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$628+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to OR Tambo (JNB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — JNB
may. 12 — may. 191
lun. 5/12
lun. 5/19
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,566
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$628
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,076
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on mayo 7, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/116:00 amDTW - JNB
2 stops44h 20mEtihad Airways
dom. 9/219:50 amJNB - DTW
2 stops43h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,140
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/119:00 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
dom. 9/215:55 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,217
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/119:00 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 35mMultiple Airlines
dom. 9/2112:20 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,427
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 5/96:00 amDTW - JNB
2 stops28h 10mQatar Airways
dom. 5/118:25 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops56h 43mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,474
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 6/67:31 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops31h 54mAmerican Airlines
dom. 6/229:15 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops29h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,643
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/15:30 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop19h 05mUnited Airlines
jue. 11/207:35 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops26h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,644
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/2011:10 amDTW - JNB
2 stops40h 10mSWISS
mar. 7/297:35 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops27h 38mSWISS
Deal found 5/7$1,841
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/163:45 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 20mLufthansa
mié. 12/3110:40 amJNB - DTW
2 stops34h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 5/5$1,903
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/204:20 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops36h 00mWestJet
vie. 5/238:40 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops48h 18mWestJet
Deal found 5/6$2,631

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 5/19

8:30 pm-10:00 am

3 stops31h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 5/22

8:25 pm-10:11 pm

2 stops31h 46m

$1,566

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 6/6

7:31 pm-9:25 am

2 stops31h 54m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 6/22

9:15 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$1,643

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 7/5

9:00 pm-10:35 am

1 stop31h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 7/15

5:50 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$1,664

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 7/5

12:06 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops46h 04m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 7/15

1:55 pm-11:12 pm

2 stops39h 17m

$1,716

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 6/16

7:30 am-8:20 am

2 stops42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 6/30

9:50 am-10:17 pm

2 stops42h 27m

$1,833

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 7/20

11:10 am-9:20 am

2 stops40h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 7/29

7:35 pm-5:13 pm

2 stops27h 38m

$1,841

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 6/6

9:24 am-5:45 pm

2 stops26h 21m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 6/22

7:00 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$1,848

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 5/20

4:20 pm-10:20 am

2 stops36h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 5/23

8:40 pm-2:58 pm

2 stops48h 18m

$2,631

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 5/11

6:38 am-10:35 am

2 stops45h 57m

$628

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 6/8

4:03 pm-9:35 am

2 stops35h 32m

$883

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to OR Tambo in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated mayo 7, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to OR Tambo. Reviews last updated mayo 7, 2025.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,590 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,590 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,590 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,567 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,590 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,205 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,590 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,710 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,590 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,796 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,590 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Detroit airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 17.3 mi journey to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from Detroit’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,643 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, starting at $1,664 and $1,716 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 11% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $883. Users have also found prices from $975 and $3,191 on Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to OR Tambo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Detroit to OR Tambo

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to OR Tambo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated mayo 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,096Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$1,414Average$1,814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,569Average$1,865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,826Average$2,165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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