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$716+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Johannesburg

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 8/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — JNB
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Wed 6/17
Wed 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Johannesburg

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 18, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Wed 9/95:30 pm
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops56h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/269:50 am
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops60h 42m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/13$1,294
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/86:00 am
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/169:50 am
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops43h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,316
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/316:00 am
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/99:50 am
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops53h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,321
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/226:00 am
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/319:50 am
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops42h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,322
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Mon 8/311:06 pm
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops32h 54m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/98:55 pm
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops31h 59m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/17$1,403
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Mon 11/91:46 pm
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops35h 54m
Qatar Airways
Fri 11/208:10 pm
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops31h 03m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/13$1,419
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Sat 6/136:00 am
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops40h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/208:55 pm
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops57h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,424
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Wed 8/191:06 pm
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops32h 54m
Qatar Airways
Sun 9/68:55 pm
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops30h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/16$1,450
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/201:46 pm
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops35h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/299:50 am
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops41h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,455
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Sat 11/216:00 am
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops24h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 12/12:30 pm
JNB
-
DTW
3 stops35h 21m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/14$1,474

Find flight deals from Detroit to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 18, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,294
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$716
(FlightHub)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,539
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Johannesburg that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

7:30 am-8:20 am

2 stops42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

9:50 am-9:06 am

2 stops53h 16m

$1,321

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/22

6:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops44h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/31

9:50 am-8:20 pm

2 stops40h 30m

$1,322

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/9

1:46 pm-8:20 am

2 stops35h 34m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/21

9:50 am-11:49 pm

2 stops44h 59m

$1,456

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/31

9:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/4

7:05 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$1,604

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/8

6:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops44h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/12

9:50 am-4:32 pm

2 stops36h 42m

$1,728

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/31

7:50 pm-4:00 am

2 stops50h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/9

12:40 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops37h 40m

$1,907
Quickest round-trip

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/8

2:56 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop21h 34m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/12

7:00 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$2,072

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/30

4:48 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop19h 42m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/29

7:00 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops28h 00m

$2,192
Cheapest one-way

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/22

6:00 am-4:00 am

2 stops40h 00m

$716

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/22

6:10 pm-4:15 am

3 stops52h 05m

$921

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Johannesburg?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Johannesburg (average of $94). Flying from Detroit to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,441). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated May 18, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines from Detroit to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,373 reviews

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,May 2026

DEN - IST

The seat assignments that were booked well in advance and paid extra for were all changed and incorrect. This includes the bassinet we requested at time of booking being unavailable and the row we selected not being in the bassinet aisle.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,373 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,373 reviews

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,May 2026

DEN - IST

The seat assignments that were booked well in advance and paid extra for were all changed and incorrect. This includes the bassinet we requested at time of booking being unavailable and the row we selected not being in the bassinet aisle.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg from Detroit, you will be flying from All airports, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit All airports (DTT) is located 0.6 mi from the center of Detroit. There are 0 flights from All airports to Johannesburg per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to Johannesburg round-trip?

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines ($1,044), United Airlines ($1,550), and Delta ($1,871) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit to Johannesburg. Turkish Airlines is priced at 38% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Johannesburg 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 to Johannesburg?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Johannesburg (average of $94). Flying from Detroit to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,441). 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 3 airlines flying from Detroit to Johannesburg

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Johannesburg. 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 May 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,044Average$1,331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,550Average$1,800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,871Average$2,454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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