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$838+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to South Africa

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DTT — JNB
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to South Africa (ZA0). 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 December 22, 2024.

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$1,080
(oojo)

One-way from

$838
(oojo)
From Detroit (DTT) to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sat 12/216:00 amDTW - JNB
2 stops45h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/287:05 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$2,950
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/258:10 pmDTW - DUR
2 stops34h 20mTurkish Airlines
Fri 1/34:05 pmDUR - DTW
2 stops33h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/21$3,106
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sat 12/214:15 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop22h 45mDelta
Sat 12/287:40 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/20$3,516
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/253:55 pmDTW - DUR
3 stops35h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 1/111:55 amDUR - DTW
3 stops39h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/21$3,656
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/253:45 pmDTW - DUR
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/14:05 pmDUR - DTW
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$3,739
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Mon 12/302:21 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops37h 34mLufthansa
Sat 1/49:30 amCPT - DTW
2 stops35h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 12/22$4,353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/215:45 amDTW - CPT
1 stop27h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/38:50 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop20h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$4,477
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/218:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop32h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 1/35:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/21$4,505
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/306:17 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop17h 43mDelta
Sat 1/411:59 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop25h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/22$4,747
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/254:40 pmDTW - DUR
2 stops65h 30mEmirates
Fri 1/37:10 pmDUR - DTW
3 stops54h 08mEmirates
Deal found 12/21$20,155

Find flights from Detroit to South Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to South Africa 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 December 22, 2024.

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DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/20

8:10 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop32h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/27

5:15 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$1,129

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/1

8:55 pm-10:35 am

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/3

5:50 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop31h 10m

$1,137

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/21

8:10 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops40h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/28

5:15 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$1,223

DetroitDurban

DTW - DUR

DTWDUR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/17

9:10 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops34h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 3/30

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops34h 15m

$1,226

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/1

5:24 pm-9:50 am

2 stops34h 26m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/3

8:15 pm-10:32 pm

2 stops32h 17m

$1,261

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/28

3:41 pm-7:40 am

2 stops56h 59m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/11

7:10 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$1,518

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/20

8:40 pm-6:10 am

1 stop26h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/27

11:20 pm-4:12 pm

1 stop23h 52m

$1,531

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/7

4:06 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 54m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/23

11:55 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$1,532

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/9

5:23 pm-7:00 am

2 stops31h 37m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/18

9:10 pm-5:22 pm

2 stops26h 12m

$1,567

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/27

7:00 am-9:30 pm

2 stops31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/7

8:05 am-12:59 pm

1 stop35h 54m

$1,592

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to South Africa

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Detroit to South Africa 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 DTT to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Detroit to South Africa as you normally would.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

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

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

Temperature in South Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, 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 South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated December 22, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Lufthansa, Qatar Airways and American Airlines from Detroit to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,342 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,789 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air France
7.4
Good
1,501 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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

    Detroit All airports (DTT), located 0.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Detroit to South Africa.

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

    $838 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Air France, with prices starting from $1,048 and $2,286, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Detroit to South Africa are Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Cape Town Intl and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Durban King Shaka Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Detroit to South Africa 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 South Africa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to South Africa. 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,024Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$1,414Average$1,954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,555Average$2,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,714Average$1,956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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