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$1,180+ 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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — JNB
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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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 April 17, 2025.

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$1,295
(British Airways)

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Average price

$1,926
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 April 17, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 11/16:20 amDTW - JNB
2 stops44h 15mEtihad Airways
Thu 11/2010:00 amJNB - DTW
2 stops45h 31mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/17$1,180
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 11/19:10 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/207:05 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,234
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1611:17 amDTW - JNB
2 stops37h 43mBritish Airways
Tue 5/279:15 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops26h 03mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,295
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Sat 4/1910:36 amDTW - JNB
2 stops41h 24mQatar Airways
Mon 4/211:55 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops39h 22mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/15$1,517
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/179:00 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/289:50 amJNB - DTW
2 stops43h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,552
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Sat 5/34:00 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop34h 35mLufthansa
Thu 5/157:00 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop25h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 4/16$1,601
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 8/15:32 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop18h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/303:05 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops24h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,682
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/172:05 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops37h 15mSWISS
Thu 5/297:35 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops27h 13mSWISS
Deal found 4/16$2,058
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/189:20 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop29h 10mAir France
Tue 5/276:50 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop23h 50mAir France
Deal found 4/16$2,361

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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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/16

11:17 am-7:00 am

2 stops37h 43m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/27

9:15 pm-5:18 pm

2 stops26h 03m

$1,295

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/15

9:00 pm-10:35 am

1 stop31h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/22

5:50 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$1,523

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/17

9:00 pm-10:35 am

1 stop31h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/28

9:50 am-11:02 pm

2 stops43h 12m

$1,552

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/15

6:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops28h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/22

1:55 pm-12:29 am

2 stops40h 34m

$1,559

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/3

4:00 pm-8:35 am

1 stop34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/15

7:00 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$1,601

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/1

5:32 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop18h 13m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/30

3:05 pm-9:57 am

2 stops24h 52m

$1,682

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/17

2:05 pm-9:20 am

2 stops37h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/29

7:35 pm-4:48 pm

2 stops27h 13m

$2,058

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/18

9:20 pm-8:30 am

1 stop29h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/27

6:50 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$2,361

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Deals found on 4/16

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Johannesburg

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

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 April 17, 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 April 17, 2025.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SGN - CDG

Staff attentive, would have liked a covering on the seats for sleeping (as Vietnam airways did - and others) ‘duvet’ cover very light- needed but heavier. Food not great, scallop did not smell right, chicken over cooked.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SGN - CDG

Staff attentive, would have liked a covering on the seats for sleeping (as Vietnam airways did - and others) ‘duvet’ cover very light- needed but heavier. Food not great, scallop did not smell right, chicken over cooked.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,580 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SGN - CDG

Staff attentive, would have liked a covering on the seats for sleeping (as Vietnam airways did - and others) ‘duvet’ cover very light- needed but heavier. Food not great, scallop did not smell right, chicken over cooked.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,554 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SGN - CDG

Staff attentive, would have liked a covering on the seats for sleeping (as Vietnam airways did - and others) ‘duvet’ cover very light- needed but heavier. Food not great, scallop did not smell right, chicken over cooked.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SGN - CDG

Staff attentive, would have liked a covering on the seats for sleeping (as Vietnam airways did - and others) ‘duvet’ cover very light- needed but heavier. Food not great, scallop did not smell right, chicken over cooked.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,769 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SGN - CDG

Staff attentive, would have liked a covering on the seats for sleeping (as Vietnam airways did - and others) ‘duvet’ cover very light- needed but heavier. Food not great, scallop did not smell right, chicken over cooked.

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 $1,295, British Airways will fly you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg and back. In addition to British Airways, 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 $1,523 and $1,559, respectively. British Airways is 32% 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?

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  • 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,096Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$1,414Average$1,814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,569Average$1,875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,826Average$2,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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