What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to Johannesburg?

Turkish Airlines, American Airlines, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to Johannesburg

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Johannesburg?

Prices for flights from Detroit to Johannesburg refresh daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Johannesburg?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Johannesburg.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Johannesburg can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Johannesburg. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

R9 966 Cheap Flights from Detroit to Johannesburg in 2025/26

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Johannesburg?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R29 640 to R42 201. The lowest price recently found on this route was R20 207.

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6:00 - 3:55DTW-JNB

38h 55m3 stops

23:00 - 23:56JNB-DTW

31h 56m3 stops

R20 207Ethiopian Air

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Sun, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 27

21:00 - 10:35DTW-JNB

31h 35m1 stop

18:00 - 18:50JNB-DTW

30h 50m1 stop

R20 241Turkish Airlines

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Fri, Apr 10 - Wed, Apr 15

21:05 - 10:50DTW-JNB

31h 45m1 stop

17:55 - 18:50JNB-DTW

30h 55m1 stop

R20 568Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Mar 25 - Sat, Apr 25

20:05 - 10:50DTW-JNB

31h 45m1 stop

19:10 - 18:10JNB-DTW

30h 00m1 stop

R20 963Turkish Airlines

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Sun, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 27

20:05 - 10:50DTW-JNB

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R21 083Turkish Airlines

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19:22 - 10:25DTW-JNB

33h 03m2 stops

22:00 - 19:47JNB-DTW

27h 47m2 stops

R21 203American Airlines

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Wed, Mar 11 - Sat, Mar 21

18:45 - 10:25DTW-JNB

32h 40m2 stops

22:00 - 22:34JNB-DTW

31h 34m2 stops

R21 221American Airlines

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Mon, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 27

20:55 - 10:35DTW-JNB

31h 40m1 stop

18:00 - 18:50JNB-DTW

30h 50m1 stop

R21 324Turkish Airlines

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Wed, May 13 - Fri, Jun 12

15:36 - 7:00DTW-JNB

33h 24m2 stops

21:15 - 20:30JNB-DTW

29h 15m2 stops

R21 633American Airlines

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17:57 - 7:35DTW-JNB

30h 38m2 stops

22:00 - 22:34JNB-DTW

31h 34m2 stops

R21 650American Airlines

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Ethiopian Air flights from Detroit to Johannesburg

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 11

DTW6:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 55m

3 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 27

JNB23:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 56m

3 stops

DTW23:56Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R20 207

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 6

DTW6:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 55m

3 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 27

JNB23:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 56m

3 stops

DTW23:56Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R22 887

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 9

DTW6:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 55m

3 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 12

JNB23:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 56m

3 stops

DTW23:56Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R23 884

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American Airlines flights from Detroit to Johannesburg

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American Airlines

Mar 11

DTW19:22Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 03m

2 stops

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 21

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 47m

2 stops

DTW19:47Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R21 203

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American Airlines

Dec 8

DTW18:45Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 40m

2 stops

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 27

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 34m

2 stops

DTW22:34Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R21 221

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American Airlines

Apr 10

DTW15:36Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 24m

2 stops

JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 15

JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 15m

2 stops

DTW20:30Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R21 633

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DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/1

6:00-3:55

3 stops38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

23:00-23:56

3 stops31h 56m

R20 207

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/4

21:00-10:35

1 stop31h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

18:00-18:50

1 stop30h 50m

R20 241

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 25/3

21:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

17:55-18:50

1 stop30h 55m

R20 568

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/1

20:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

19:10-18:10

1 stop30h 00m

R20 963

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 26/1

20:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

19:05-18:10

1 stop30h 05m

R21 083

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/3

19:22-10:25

2 stops33h 03m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

22:00-19:47

2 stops27h 47m

R21 203

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/12

18:45-10:25

2 stops32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/12

22:00-22:34

2 stops31h 34m

R21 221

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 13/5

20:55-10:35

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

18:00-18:50

1 stop30h 50m

R21 324

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/4

15:36-7:00

2 stops33h 24m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

21:15-20:30

2 stops29h 15m

R21 633

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/12

17:57-7:35

2 stops30h 38m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/12

22:00-22:34

2 stops31h 34m

R21 650

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Johannesburg?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Johannesburg. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R22 698. The month of April is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around R24 966.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit to Johannesburg is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as R21 212. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Detroit because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R32 432.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Detroit to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as R21 382. Flying to Johannesburg in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is in the afternoon when prices are around R33 283.

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How far is Detroit to Johannesburg by plane?
Johannesburg is 13602,7 km away from Detroit. By plane, this route typically takes 26h 35m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Johannesburg?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Johannesburg refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Johannesburg?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Johannesburg.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Johannesburg can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Johannesburg. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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