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$862+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Detroit (DTT)

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Jan 26 — Feb 21
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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 January 21, 2025.

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Fri 3/217:05 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sat 3/298:55 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/21$862
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sun 3/2310:10 amJNB - DTW
2 stops43h 20mLufthansa
Mon 3/314:00 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop34h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 1/21$925
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 1/248:50 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops23h 38mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/1211:30 amDTW - CPT
2 stops23h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$947
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 1/249:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop20h 40mDelta
Wed 11/129:20 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop26h 10mDelta
Deal found 1/21$954
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 1/2511:20 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop23h 52mKLM
Tue 11/114:15 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop22h 40mKLM
Deal found 1/21$957
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 3/316:50 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops34h 27mDelta
Mon 9/19:20 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop28h 50mDelta
Deal found 1/21$964
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 3/219:15 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops26h 16mBritish Airways
Sat 3/296:13 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops33h 12mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,078
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Fri 3/217:40 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/293:15 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,220
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 2/229:30 amCPT - DTW
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/105:57 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops45h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,372
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 2/229:30 amCPT - DTW
2 stops35h 25mLufthansa
Tue 3/114:45 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop36h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 1/21$1,378

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/21

7:05 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/29

8:55 pm-10:35 am

1 stop31h 40m

$862

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/23

10:10 am-11:30 pm

2 stops43h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/31

4:00 pm-8:35 am

1 stop34h 35m

$925

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/31

6:50 pm-11:17 pm

2 stops34h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/1

9:20 pm-8:10 am

1 stop28h 50m

$964

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/13

11:15 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops28h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/15

12:25 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops26h 30m

$1,075

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/21

9:15 pm-5:31 pm

2 stops26h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/29

6:13 pm-9:25 am

2 stops33h 12m

$1,078

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/23

11:59 pm-4:09 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/11

7:25 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$1,181

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/21

7:40 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop30h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/29

3:15 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$1,220

Port ElizabethDetroit

PLZ - DTW

PLZDTW

Port Elizabeth

Sun 6/8

3:45 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops28h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/22

4:00 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops41h 05m

$1,238

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/21

8:50 pm-10:14 am

1 stop20h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/10

2:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$1,278

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/22

9:30 am-1:55 pm

2 stops35h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/10

5:57 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops45h 58m

$1,372

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Detroit

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from South Africa to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit 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 when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit, 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 January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and Lufthansa from South Africa to Detroit by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,931 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,111 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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 All airports (DTT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Africa to Detroit. It is only a 0.6 mi journey from All airports (DTT) to Detroit’s city center.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Detroit?

    Most travelers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, Cape Town Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County or Port Elizabeth - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County when deciding on the best route from South Africa to Detroit.

  • 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?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from South Africa to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$940Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$984Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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