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

Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to Detroit

Which airlines fly to Detroit?

Virgin Atlantic, Air France and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit from Johannesburg according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Detroit on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Detroit were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Detroit?

There are 7 operators available for flights from Johannesburg to Detroit as of September 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Detroit.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Detroit 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 Detroit. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

R9 462 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Detroit in 2025/26

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R17 362 to R19 237. The lowest price recently found on this route was R15 504.

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19:10 - 19:10JNB-DTW

30h 00m1 stop

20:05 - 10:50DTW-JNB

31h 45m1 stop

R15 504Turkish Airlines

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Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 4

19:10 - 18:10JNB-DTW

30h 00m1 stop

20:05 - 10:50DTW-JNB

31h 45m1 stop

R15 956Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24

22:00 - 22:14JNB-DTW

30h 14m2 stops

16:25 - 19:00DTW-JNB

19h 35m1 stop

R17 345Virgin Atlantic

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Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 4

20:40 - 15:25JNB-DTW

24h 45m1 stop

21:15 - 8:40DTW-JNB

29h 25m1 stop

R17 379Delta

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23:59 - 13:10JNB-DTW

44h 11m1 stop

18:15 - 12:10DTW-JNB

34h 55m1 stop

R19 879KLM

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23:59 - 19:23JNB-DTW

26h 24m2 stops

18:15 - 12:10DTW-JNB

34h 55m1 stop

R20 053KLM

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19:45 - 15:10JNB-DTW

25h 25m1 stop

14:35 - 18:35DTW-JNB

21h 00m2 stops

R23 491United Airlines

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15:05 - 11:10JNB-DTW

26h 05m2 stops

14:35 - 18:35DTW-JNB

21h 00m2 stops

R25 279United Airlines

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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5

21:30 - 19:09JNB-DTW

28h 39m2 stops

20:15 - 8:40DTW-JNB

29h 25m1 stop

R30 349Virgin Atlantic

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Turkish Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Detroit

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 28

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m

1 stop

DTW19:10Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 4

DTW20:05Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 20

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m

1 stop

DTW18:10Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 24

DTW20:05Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 956

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 20

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m

1 stop

DTW18:10Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 24

DTW20:05Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 973

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Virgin Atlantic flights from Johannesburg to Detroit

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Virgin Atlantic

Oct 28

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 14m

2 stops

DTW22:14Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 4

DTW16:25Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

19h 35m

1 stop

JNB19:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 345

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Virgin Atlantic

Nov 20

JNB21:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 39m

2 stops

DTW19:09Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 24

DTW20:15Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 25m

1 stop

JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R30 349

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Virgin Atlantic

Nov 20

JNB21:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 39m

2 stops

DTW19:09Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 24

DTW20:15Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 25m

1 stop

JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R30 383

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Tue 28/10

19:10-19:10

1 stop30h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/11

20:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

R15 504

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JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

19:10-18:10

1 stop30h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 24/11

20:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

R15 956

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

22:00-22:14

2 stops30h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/11

16:25-19:00

1 stop19h 35m

R17 345

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/10

20:40-15:25

1 stop24h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 29/10

21:15-8:40

1 stop29h 25m

R17 379

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/10

20:40-22:20

2 stops31h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 29/10

21:15-8:40

1 stop29h 25m

R17 466

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/12

23:59-13:10

1 stop44h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 27/12

18:15-12:10

1 stop34h 55m

R19 879

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/12

23:59-19:23

2 stops26h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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18:15-12:10

1 stop34h 55m

R20 053

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/10

19:45-15:10

1 stop25h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/11

14:35-18:35

2 stops21h 00m

R23 491

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/10

15:05-11:10

2 stops26h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/11

14:35-18:35

2 stops21h 00m

R25 279

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

21:30-19:09

2 stops28h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 24/11

20:15-8:40

1 stop29h 25m

R30 349

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Detroit. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R16 824. If you are unable to visit Detroit during the month of February, then departing from Johannesburg during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R17 293.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from Johannesburg is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as R17 362. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. The most expensive day to fly to Detroit is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R24 270.

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

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Johannesburg to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as R19 534. Flying to Detroit 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 Detroit is at midday when prices are around R22 749.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Detroit?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Detroit from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Detroit for around R19 694 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Detroit from Johannesburg for as low as R14 688 on momondo.

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How far is Johannesburg to Detroit by plane?
Detroit is 13602,7 km away from Johannesburg. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 24h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Detroit?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Detroit were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Detroit?
There are 7 operators available for flights from Johannesburg to Detroit as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Detroit?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Detroit 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 Detroit. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to Detroit

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 802	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 968 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R16 365	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 8 931 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 500	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 385 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom R16 706	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 7 956 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R17 080	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 7 361 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom R17 082	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 468 reviews	Search Air France flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R17 200	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 664 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights

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