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$664 Find Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Detroit

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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Detroit (JNB-DTW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Johannesburg to Detroit that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Detroit

Sun, Sep 7 - Sat, Sep 20
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9:55 pm - 8:29 pmJNB-DTW
28h 34m1 stop
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6:15 pm - 7:40 pmDTW-JNB
19h 25m1 stop
$952Virgin Atlantic
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Sun, Sep 7 - Sat, Sep 20
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9:50 am - 6:55 pmJNB-DTW
39h 05m2 stops
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9:12 am - 8:20 amDTW-JNB
41h 08m2 stops
Sun, Sep 7 - Sat, Sep 20
United Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 6:50 pmJNB-DTW
27h 30m2 stops
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7:00 am - 5:45 pmDTW-JNB
28h 45m1 stop
$997United Airlines
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Mon, Aug 25 - Fri, Sep 19
United Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 10:22 pmJNB-DTW
31h 02m2 stops
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11:00 am - 5:45 pmDTW-JNB
24h 45m2 stops
$1,006United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 9:40 pmJNB-DTW
42h 50m2 stops
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10:28 am - 8:20 amDTW-JNB
38h 52m2 stops
$1,131Etihad Airways
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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 9:40 pmJNB-DTW
42h 50m2 stops
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10:28 am - 8:20 amDTW-JNB
38h 52m2 stops
$1,138Etihad Airways
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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
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7:10 pm - 6:10 pmJNB-DTW
30h 00m1 stop
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8:05 pm - 10:50 amDTW-JNB
31h 45m1 stop
$1,367Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:10 pm - 6:10 pmJNB-DTW
30h 00m1 stop
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8:05 pm - 10:50 amDTW-JNB
31h 45m1 stop
$1,375Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 7:01 pmJNB-DTW
28h 31m2 stops
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4:15 pm - 10:05 pmDTW-JNB
22h 50m1 stop
$1,800Delta
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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 7:01 pmJNB-DTW
28h 31m2 stops
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8:15 pm - 8:40 amDTW-JNB
29h 25m1 stop
$1,804Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Johannesburg to Detroit flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Johannesburg to Detroit to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg to Detroit?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Detroit on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from Johannesburg to Detroit. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Monday and avoiding Saturdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is February, where tickets cost $888 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,321 and $1,304 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$664
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Johannesburg to Detroit

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg to Detroit based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Johannesburg to Detroit flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport was $664 for a one-way ticket and $952 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Johannesburg and Detroit?

    A passport is required to fly from Johannesburg to Detroit.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Johannesburg to Detroit?

    On your way to Detroit, you’ll fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo. You’ll be landing at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Johannesburg to Detroit?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to Detroit?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Johannesburg and Detroit, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Johannesburg to Detroit, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Johannesburg to Detroit are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,190 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,290 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg to Detroit?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Johannesburg to Detroit.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Johannesburg to Detroit?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Detroit from Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Johannesburg to Detroit?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Detroit with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline. Booking your flights between Johannesburg and DTW can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Johannesburg to Detroit?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Detroit from Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Johannesburg to Detroit

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Johannesburg to Detroit. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Johannesburg to Detroit? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 7982 reviews
7.9Comfort
7.9Entertainment
8.5Crew
7.3Food
8.2Boarding
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On this flight I felt the food offering was not as complete as on previous flights. The tomato salad was a bit off and there was nothing additional such a bread or butter. The breakfast was only one option, so you either ate what they had or ate nothing. The crew was efficient, but most seemed frustrated throughout the flight. The flight arrived early and was obstacle-free, so I’m overall quite happy, but the shine in the rest of the experience just wasn’t there.

8.0 ExcellentJeanne, Aug 2025MSY - JFK
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On this flight I felt the food offering was not as complete as on previous flights. The tomato salad was a bit off and there was nothing additional such a bread or butter. The breakfast was only one option, so you either ate what they had or ate nothing. The crew was efficient, but most seemed frustrated throughout the flight. The flight arrived early and was obstacle-free, so I’m overall quite happy, but the shine in the rest of the experience just wasn’t there.

Our seats were comfortable with adequate room to stretch out and recline. The food was tasty and served it just the right intervals. Our flight attendant was extra attentive and friendly. Flight arrived early. And the most turbulence. Overall that’s good and experience for an 11 hour flight as can be hoped for

The seats got pretty uncomfortable pretty fast. The armrests are bigger than on other planes, so I had less room in the actual seat. My butt hurt by the end of the flight. :/ comfort was the primary issue. The crew were fantastic!

I believe that a four-hour trip should have a meal. Delta had none.

Great flight with Delta! Boarding was quick and easy, the amenities were solid, and the plane was in great shape. The flight attendants had a fun, lively energy while staying professional. All in all, a smooth trip — even managed to catch up on some rest. Thanks, Delta!

My experience on any Delta flight is always overshadowed by the time Delta removed me from a flight for no apparent reason.

There was no problems, just a little uncomfortable with seats that do not lay back a little

Delta is my preferred airline. I've traveled with them for years. On time in most cases, good communication, easy to use app. Most planes are pretty nice. I was on a CRJ 700/900 however, which was pretty badly aged inside and needed a refresh. No infotainment, unreliable wifi, best to download before boarding or bring a book. Food choices are really just snacks on this flight, nice variety but about what you'd expect. Great staff and prompt in departure and early arrival too. Overall quite satisfied.

A little bumpy ride . No food was being provided due the the turbulence. That was ok it was a short flight to my standards.

Boarding in Amsterdam is always chaotic. KLM/ Delta has not streamlined or made it efficient as it was boarding in Detroit . The food was mediocre The crew was unfriendly and more focused on getting things done quickly rather than service with a smile .

I don't understand the concept of paying to get your personal luggage onboard and then asked to check it in.... either sell the space or don't, its a hassle to carry those all through the airport just to make a check in at the last minute.

The food was great and the service and attitude was amazing!!

It was a great experience. The only thing I would have changed was that the bathrooms were never cleaned and they got very dirty.

Old airplanes small seats expensive tickets, not as expected overall and not comfortable according to the price

It was an OK flight with below mediocre service by their flight attendants

Wasted a lot of time trying to find the CDG lounge - it was not next to the connecting flight gate like the Air France staff said.

My experience was good overall, the quality of the food really decreased! There used to be a choice between meat and fish now it’s between chicken and pasta! In the choices of entertainment meditation has been added which is very good. Soft chair workout to improve blood circulation and avoid phlebitis should be added.

The only reason the overall rating wasn't "excellent" was due to problems in claiming luggage. The bags are delivered to the main area (Cinta 35) for domestic passengers, but to a DIFFERENT ROOM for international arrivees. After waiting 30 minutes, someone (who didn't appear to be from Air France or the airport) told us to go to another area. There we found our bags, which appeared to have been awaiting us for a while. We had to go through a bag check before leaving the airport. If we had been alerted to this possibility, or better yet, been to go directly to Cinta 34, we could have eliminated quite a bit of waiting.

Much better than the major US Carriers especially in Biz Class.

I wish that the meal included a vegetable or even a salad instead of couscous! Why serve chicken with rice AND couscous? Service was good overall though a bit lacking in friendliness. Usually on air france I've been offered a glass of champagne before dinner, wine with dinner, and a digestif after dinner. We were only offered wine this time!

For both flights I requested a gluten free meal, they didn’t have one nor were there other options.

Plane was crowded and even when we hit altitude, the plane was hot, not enough air flow.

Flight attendant in first class gave poor service (like he didn't want to be there) and food was awful. We sat waiting for gate upon arrival over 45 mins.

The experience was great, the crew was very polite and hospitable. I will definitely make if my go to airlines.

Inoperable monitor left no entert for 9 hours. Crew was not helpful Food was awful.

Stuck on tarmac for two hours plus a 5.5 hour flight. Rude flight attendant. And no meals, not even for purchase!

Excellent flight. Boarding was efficient and departure was on time. Smooth flight with on time arrival. Deplaning was also efficient.

This flight was perfect. No complaints and only the highest regard for the crew and ground staff and how they executed perfectly. I fly a lot with United and would request predictability and transparency in their operations instead of last minute changes.

This is for UA2274 from Houston to Sacramento. The flight was delayed arriving due to mechanical issues so we left about 3 hours later than scheduled. When boarding the plane the temperature inside was excessive - likely close to 100. Pilot apologized and said it was going to improve at altitude, which it did. But before that I honestly thought there might have been more delays removing passengers made ill from the heat. We were delayed leaving due to another mechanical issue. There was not water on the plane due to a panel that was not secured. They did that quickly, but the combination of mechanical issues was rather disturbing and did not reflect well on United.

1. when we went to check in, our 2 first class seats had been CANCELED and the flight was sold out. This was done without our prior knowledge. It was all we could do to restore one first class seat for my wife and I flew economy. 2, Our flight home was scheduled to leave at 10:30 pm. Due to tsunami warnings, the roads were closed and our flight status was uncertain as to whether it would leave as scheduled. It was announced that it would now leave at 11:20 pm and the roads were now open since the tsunami had come and gone. We made a mad dash to the airport and checked in. Delays were announced at 12:30 pm, 1:30 am, 2:30 am and at 3:30 am it was canceled. Since this was a flight due to natural (tsunami) causes, there was no compensation. We were told to return at 1:00 pm the next day and our baggage would be kept on the plane since the same plane was going to leave at 1:00 pm. We had to return to our hotel for the rest of the night. The same plane did not leave at 1:00 pm and our baggage was gone! All in all, it was a miserable performance by UA. Information was hard to obtain and no one knew what was going on and what was going to happen. Hundreds of passengers slept on the floor, chairs, etc. No food and no water was made available to the passengers. It was a situation where UA could care less what was going on. As a one million mile flyer, I had not experienced anything like this before and it was hugely disappointing!

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