JNB - DTW

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Cheapest return fare
R16 731
Typical prices: R15 073-R17 461
Turkish Airlines
Thu 12/11Mon 16/11
JNB - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R12 784
Typical prices: R19 401-R31 853
Turkish Airlines
Wed 16/9
JNB - DTW • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from R16 731 (return)
Best reviews • 7,8 score
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There are currently no direct flights between OR Tambo and Detroit. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg R29 062 (return)
Shortest trip • 22h 35m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 13% price drop
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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 return 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 return flight deals from OR Tambo to Detroit

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 18:00
JNB
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DTW
30h 10m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:05 - 11:00
DTW
-
JNB
31h 55m
1 stop
R16 731Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 18:00
JNB
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DTW
30h 10m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:05 - 11:00
DTW
-
JNB
31h 55m
1 stop
R16 747Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 18:00
JNB
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DTW
30h 10m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:05 - 11:00
DTW
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JNB
31h 55m
1 stop
R16 764Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 18:00
JNB
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DTW
30h 10m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:05 - 11:00
DTW
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JNB
31h 55m
1 stop
R16 880Turkish Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Fri, Oct 16
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 18:05
JNB
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DTW
26h 05m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:25 - 18:30
DTW
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JNB
26h 05m
2 stops
R17 792United Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Oct 12
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 9:38
JNB
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DTW
41h 38m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:15 - 18:30
DTW
-
JNB
25h 15m
1 stop
R17 842United Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Oct 12
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 9:38
JNB
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DTW
41h 38m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
14:48 - 18:30
DTW
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JNB
21h 42m
2 stops
R17 858United Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Fri, Oct 16
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 23:35
JNB
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DTW
31h 35m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
14:57 - 18:30
DTW
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JNB
21h 33m
1 stop
R17 975United Airlines
Sat, Jul 18 - Wed, Jul 29
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:15 - 14:15
JNB
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DTW
24h 00m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
18:09 - 19:40
DTW
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JNB
19h 31m
1 stop
R18 422Virgin Atlantic
Sat, Jul 18 - Wed, Jul 29
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:15 - 22:04
JNB
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DTW
31h 49m
2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
16:50 - 19:40
DTW
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JNB
20h 50m
1 stop
R18 472Virgin Atlantic
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KAYAK's insights & trends for OR Tambo to Detroit flights

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

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport departing in November.

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 March, where tickets cost R16 814 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R23 347 and R22 601 respectively.

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Low seasonDecember
Cheapest flightR12 784
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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When to book flights from OR Tambo to Detroit

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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 R12 784 for a one-way ticket and R16 731 for a return.

  • 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?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam 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, KLM or Virgin Atlantic?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Johannesburg to Detroit are KLM and Virgin Atlantic. With an average price for the route of R16 870 and an overall rating of 7,8, KLM is the most popular choice. Virgin Atlantic is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R18 183 and an overall rating of 7,5.

  • 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 travellers 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 return ticket. You could then fly to Detroit with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline.

  • 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 flying from OR Tambo 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.
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7,8
KLMOverall score based on 1530 reviews
7,3Food
7,2Entertainment
7,8Boarding
8,4Crew
7,7Comfort
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The flight was 45 mins late leaving, we sat without a/c for some of this, 2nd Meal was a slice of pizza. Movies were good.

8,0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2026
LHR - AMS
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The flight was 45 mins late leaving, we sat without a/c for some of this, 2nd Meal was a slice of pizza. Movies were good.

As per usual when you Hit the UK it's a slow process through customs Not as efficient at Thailand for sure

There were no charge points for phones on the economy seats. The seats were comfortable overall. Food was okay.. flight was on time

The crew were unprofessional with a racist element. I was physically abused as well from one of the crew members

Crew is not the cheerful type. very slow meal service (this is their style as have flown this many times)

I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

Flight was on time, staff are friendly and helpful onboard.

Terrible last row seats many seats available but no offer to move to better seat

Delay on my previous leg, had to run to catch my flight. But that happens. Overall ok.

At the airport, terrible, I do not want to even remember it. It was too humiliating for a business class passenger.

Lounge was top notch h with great variety of food and drinks. Cabin crew were great. Smooth flight.

Seating and zone. The minor I went with didn’t even seat close to me

My seat 3G did not go down fully and the buttons were not working properly

Food has been disappointing in both legs of flight to india

Great staff great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Great staff, great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Food was the worst I’ve had on a VA flight. Normally it’s a lot better

I was my pleasure to fly virgin on my birthday for my first solo trip ever 🫶🏼

These are one of the older seat arrangements facing away from the windows! Not particularly convenient sets. No storage spaces. NO COAT HANGING HOOKS. Inconvenient business class seat compared to any other airlines of similar class. Staff are excellent! Extremely professional, friendly. Food is good too.

Overall, flight was excellent but check in was very slow for Premium Economy. Economy queue was shorter but we weren't allowed to use it.

Awful. Delayed flights, missed connection to Toronto. Hotel vouchers were for already booked hotels x3. Giant waste of my time

Horrible I am at almost 2,000,000 miles on United. This was probably the worst flight ever. An hour and a half before takeoff I get a message that they’re changing the plane and I no longer have a seat in Polaris business Supposedly, there was a problem with the plane, but then there was no other plane Finally, they decided to bring a plane from Newark to Washington Dulles Of course the original flight was at 10:45 PM so by the time the plane got there it was 12:30 AM. It had not been cleaned. It had not been catered. They don’t really have people available to do those things when it’s not pre-programmed at 1 o’clock in the morning. The crew had to be changed And the new plane held 28 fewer people than the scheduled plane There is no way you can hate United Airlines enough The people at the gate were actually just fine, but it was management who was completely useless And did they send extra help to the people at the gate? Did they send supervisors? Of course not. Just don’t take United find somebody else or buy a boat

Great experience. Boarding was fast, staff were very nice and funny, everything at the seat worked well.

Boarding was great, and the crew were very friendly. The seats must have been a bit on the older side and you could feel some of the seat components through the padding. Also, the plugs did not work on the row's entertainment screen or charging ports. Checked bag was transferred for connecting flight, and we appreciated how early we had the connecting gate information.

Flight attendants were great. Food mediocre. Bamboo utensils not Great especially if you have to cut something. Seating a bit crowded.

Lost one piece of luggage even though I checked in 2.5 hours before the flight

The crew was the worst ive ever had in my life flying with United Airlines, letting another person move my bag without asking and then the staff saying would the floor be better after I kept begging saying dont move my bag it has fragile things inside. This incident truly makes me they favor other customers more and I dont want to worry about being on the tail end. Especially if they dont listen any input, no care for what I asked but accommodated those who are reckless and disturb others more...

For the expense of first class, the seats could have been nicer and higher tier snacks would have been nice.

The boarding process on the departure from LA was rather slow even though I was in Group 1. For first class, I was not expecting to have to pay for Wi-fi but I did and then the wi-fi was spotty. The entree was surprisingly good and so that was a pleasant surprise. However, once I got to Houston, it was terrible. Unfortunately there was bad weather but the constant gate changes for my connecting flight was difficult to manage due to having to navigate back and forth between different terminals.

United has been holding my money for a cancel on another ticket they wouldn’t let me fly for going on 5 months. Terrible service I wouldn’t choose to buy tickets or fly with united again. Very bad experience generally dishonorable and poor service .

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