DTW - JNB

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Cheapest return flight
R22 950
Typical prices: R24 227-R37 558
Etihad Airways
Mon 5/2Fri 9/2
DTW - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R12 068
Typical prices: R14 673-R19 967
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/3
DTW - JNB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 24% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R23 257 (return)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 20h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Johannesburg (DTW-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Detroit to OR Tambo

Fri, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 9
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11:42 - 8:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 43m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 17:53JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
39h 03m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
R22 950Etihad Airways
Fri, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 9
Etihad Airways Logo
11:42 - 8:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 43m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 17:53JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
39h 03m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
R22 967Etihad Airways
Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 27
Etihad Airways Logo
11:42 - 8:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 43m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 17:53JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
39h 03m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
R23 034Etihad Airways
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:01 - 7:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 24m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Hong Kong Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 21:31JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
41h 31m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
R23 501Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:45 - 13:30DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 45m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 13:18JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
29h 48m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl
R23 601Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
Etihad Airways Logo
6:00 - 8:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
43h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 23:56JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
45h 06m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R23 618Etihad Airways
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:45 - 13:30DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 45m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 10:34JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
42h 34m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome Newark
R23 668Ethiopian Air
Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 27
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6:34 - 8:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 51m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 23:43JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
44h 53m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R23 969Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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7:01 - 7:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 24m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Hong Kong Intl
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0:20 - 18:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 40m1 stop Istanbul
R24 202Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Fri, Dec 4
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7:01 - 7:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 24m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Hong Kong Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
0:20 - 18:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 40m1 stop Istanbul
R24 319Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Return flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from R24 227 to R37 558. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R22 950 on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It's 25% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 26% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at R24 403 return.
•July (R42 813) and May (R41 478) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

R12 068
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Detroit to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 21 946 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R24 227 to R37 558, with an average of R32 129 over the past 12 months. Anything below R24 227 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R22 950 to R167 408. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R27 116, which is 78% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R496 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 47% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R24 219 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R40 760, a difference of R16 541.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 32m, compared to 20h 39m via Newark (EWR) and 22h 52m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 7 hours ahead of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R24 219, which is about R16 541 less than Sunday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for September. Fares historically average R24 403 return in that month – typically R18 410 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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