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$892+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DTW
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) to Detroit (DTW). 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 November 20, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1011:55 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/309:10 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,067
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/811:55 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop25h 10mDelta
Mon 12/309:10 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop29h 15mDelta
Deal found 11/20$1,068
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/99:15 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops32h 41mBritish Airways
Mon 12/306:11 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops30h 19mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,108
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1011:55 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop23h 10mKLM
Tue 12/316:25 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop20h 35mKLM
Deal found 11/20$1,115
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/256:40 pmPLZ - DTW
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/24:27 pmDTW - PLZ
2 stops32h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,166
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1110:40 amJNB - DTW
2 stops34h 15mLufthansa
Tue 12/313:45 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 11/20$1,245
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/157:30 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops43h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 1/510:15 amDTW - JNB
2 stops42h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/18$1,364
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/237:40 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop25h 10mAir France
Sun 12/228:35 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops53h 50mAir France
Deal found 11/19$1,424
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/117:05 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sat 12/288:10 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,891
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/2010:00 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops29h 24mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/2611:00 amDTW - JNB
2 stops24h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$2,174
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Mon 11/2512:40 pmPLZ - DTW
2 stops29h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/22:34 pmDTW - PLZ
2 stops38h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$2,287
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/161:25 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops37h 53mEmirates
Tue 1/72:24 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops37h 01mEmirates
Deal found 11/19$2,666

Find flights from South Africa to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Detroit 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/10

11:55 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/30

9:10 pm-9:25 am

1 stop29h 15m

$1,067

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/8

11:55 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop25h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/30

9:10 pm-9:25 am

1 stop29h 15m

$1,068

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/9

9:15 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops32h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/30

6:11 pm-7:30 am

2 stops30h 19m

$1,108

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/10

11:55 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/31

6:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$1,115

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/11

10:40 am-1:55 pm

2 stops34h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/31

3:45 pm-7:05 am

2 stops32h 20m

$1,245

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/15

7:30 pm-7:45 am

2 stops43h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/5

10:15 am-11:30 am

2 stops42h 15m

$1,364

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/11

7:05 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/28

8:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 40m

$1,891

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/20

7:40 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/26

9:10 pm-9:30 am

1 stop29h 20m

$1,931

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/20

10:00 pm-8:24 pm

2 stops29h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/26

11:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$2,174

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/16

1:25 pm-8:18 pm

2 stops37h 53m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/7

2:24 pm-10:25 am

2 stops37h 01m

$2,666

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Detroit

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa to Detroit including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from South Africa to Detroit, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines and Turkish Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,831 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
663 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Detroit. 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 into for flights to Detroit from South Africa?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 17.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South Africa to Detroit.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $892 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from $1,022 and Ethiopian Air from $1,062 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County or Port Elizabeth - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the most popular route from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Detroit?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Detroit 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 South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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 2 airlines flying from South Africa to Detroit

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Detroit. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$930Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$984Average$1,291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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