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$1,115+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Johannesburg

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — JNB
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The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Johannesburg are usually found in March or January, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 février 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,118
(American Airlines)

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July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,542
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Johannesburg
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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 février 20, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 9/179:00 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
ven. 9/195:55 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,115
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/255:39 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops33h 41mAmerican Airlines
mar. 3/49:15 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops32h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,118
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/16:05 amDTW - JNB
2 stops52h 05mQatar Airways
mar. 6/38:40 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops30h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,324
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/251:40 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops42h 55mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 3/67:05 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,412
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/156:00 amDTW - JNB
2 stops44h 35mEtihad Airways
mer. 9/249:55 amJNB - DTW
2 stops43h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/19$1,440
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 3/84:49 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop18h 46mUnited Airlines
dim. 3/1610:00 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops31h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,553
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 4/64:00 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop34h 35mLufthansa
dim. 4/137:00 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop25h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 2/20$1,595
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 4/911:03 amDTW - JNB
2 stops38h 37mCathay Pacific
sam. 4/1911:20 amJNB - DTW
2 stops39h 43mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/20$1,775
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 4/46:10 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop19h 30mDelta
jeu. 4/179:55 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop28h 12mDelta
Deal found 2/19$2,199
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 12/193:50 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 15mAir Canada
dim. 1/410:10 amJNB - DTW
2 stops59h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$2,335
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 11/53:49 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 41mBritish Airways
mer. 11/197:45 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops31h 46mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$2,638

Find flights from Detroit to Johannesburg within your budget

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 février 20, 2025.

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DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mer. 3/5

6:15 pm-10:20 am

2 stops33h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 3/17

7:25 pm-8:58 pm

2 stops31h 33m

$1,118

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mer. 3/5

8:10 pm-10:45 am

1 stop31h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 3/17

7:05 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop30h 10m

$1,147

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 4/1

6:05 am-4:10 pm

2 stops52h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 6/3

8:40 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops30h 40m

$1,324

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sam. 3/8

4:49 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop18h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dim. 3/16

10:00 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops31h 30m

$1,553

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 4/1

9:00 pm-10:35 am

1 stop31h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 6/3

1:55 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops37h 25m

$1,575

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dim. 4/6

4:00 pm-8:35 am

1 stop34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dim. 4/13

7:00 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$1,595

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mer. 4/9

11:03 am-7:40 am

2 stops38h 37m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sam. 4/19

11:20 am-9:03 pm

2 stops39h 43m

$1,775

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven. 4/4

6:10 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jeu. 4/17

9:55 pm-8:07 pm

1 stop28h 12m

$2,199

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 4/7

5:55 pm-7:00 am

2 stops55h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ven. 4/11

9:15 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops32h 12m

$10,822

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Deals found on 2/20

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Johannesburg

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 59 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated février 20, 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 by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, 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 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 février 20, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
820 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,613 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,832 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 17.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Detroit to Johannesburg. 4 airlines have flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Johannesburg on a regular basis. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Johannesburg should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day.

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

    Currently priced at $1,118, American Airlines will fly you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,147 and $1,324, respectively. American Airlines is 41% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg

Discover the top 4 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 février 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,096Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$1,414Average$1,914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,569Average$1,927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,777Average$2,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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