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Cheapest return flight
R15 252
Typical prices: R16 272-R21 769
Turkish Airlines
Fri 12/10Thu 25/10
JNB - DTW • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights to Detroit

 
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Recent return flight deals to Detroit

Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:00 - 18:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
30h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:05 - 11:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R15 252Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 19:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 10m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:05 - 11:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R16 212Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 19:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 10m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:05 - 11:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R16 244Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 19:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 10m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:05 - 11:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R16 308Turkish Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Mar 8
Delta Logo
20:50 - 15:11CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:20 - 18:35DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 172Delta
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:55 - 23:53JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
16:58 - 8:20DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 22m2 stops Orlando London Heathrow
R18 005Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:20 - 18:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
28h 45m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:20 - 9:55DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R18 805Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Mon, Mar 8
KLM Logo
0:30 - 20:14CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
26h 44m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Chicago O'Hare Intl
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14:59 - 22:40DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 41m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
R18 997KLM
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 22:34JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
43h 44m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
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12:10 - 8:20DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 10m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R19 941Etihad Airways
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 22:34JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
43h 44m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
12:10 - 8:20DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 10m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R19 957Etihad Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is the cheapest route at R15 252 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

A return flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport costs R18 279 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport average R17 616, while Cape Town runs a bit higher at R18 099.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at R17 572 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at R22 086.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with an average price of R15 780 return.
  • June (R20 965) and May (R20 773) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Night flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are the cheapest at R18 197 return on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at R23 974.

What is a good deal for flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Flights under R16 272 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport R16 106
  • Durban R16 140
  • Cape Town R16 272
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When are flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport the cheapest?

Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R15 252
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (14% more expensive on average)
Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights to Detroit

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Delta operates the most flights from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at 0 per week, while Virgin Atlantic is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airports serve Detroit and the surrounding area?

    Flights to Detroit usually arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), the main airport serving the city. Nearby alternatives within 80,5 km of Detroit include Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), Windsor (YQG) and Ann Arbor (ARB). These airports are not in Detroit itself, but may be useful depending on your route, airline, and onward travel plans.

  • How far is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport city centre?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is 27,7 km from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport city centre.

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are from:
    • Johannesburg, from R15 252 return

  • How do I know if a flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is around R16 272 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Last-minute fares to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 17% above the average return fare of R18 279.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around R16 272 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November. Return fares historically average R15 780 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to R5 777 per return. Evening flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport average R18 197 compared to R23 974 for morning flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Detroit

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with 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.
7,8
KLMOverall score based on 1576 reviews
7,3Food
8,4Crew
7,2Entertainment
7,7Comfort
7,8Boarding
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The flight itself was fine, food was expired and gross, staff were mostly amazing! KLM messed up rebooking for our first two flights that got cancelled and we almost didn’t make it to Amsterdam for an additional two days

4,0 OkayJessica, Sept 2026
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The flight itself was fine, food was expired and gross, staff were mostly amazing! KLM messed up rebooking for our first two flights that got cancelled and we almost didn’t make it to Amsterdam for an additional two days

I think I previously submitted my feedback about flight lead Katherine in a different field by mistake. Please see those comments. Comments for Hyd to AMS are it was good. The flight lead and service met expectations for satisfactory high quality service but the flight lead did not stand out as exceptional as did the leads on the other two flights so I don’t remember anything specific one way or the other besides the fact I was satisfied.

Flight lead was a gentleman with silver hair and he went out of his way to shake hands and interact with each passenger seated in business class. A medical emergency took place during our flight and he handled it with perfect poise and professionalism. He was gracious and confidently competent. Just what you want from a leader,

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

Legroom not all it could be, especially when the seat in front is reclined. Otherwise it was good, food and beverage were nice.

This fight left ahead of time which meant it arrived early which was great. Staff were very professional, but as with all these Short hop Flights the food was a disappointing snack There was no entertainment on this flight, but I did not expect any

I flew premium economy and this was a good option. Although the seats didn’t recline much, I was able to get some sleep with my head propped against the window. The food was good and the entertainment was wonderful The staff were very attentive and professional

Seats were nice and comfy. Crew was polite and attentive. Business class is awesome and worth the money.

It was operated by Delta. Boarding took a long time. How difficult can it be? Overall decent trip. Liked the Salt Lake City airport. Better option than Chicago for transfers.

We left one hour late because of technical difficulties. The economy comfort seats are great for the price. The crew was mediocre, they do not provide a pleasant experience, they just deliver food and drinks and give orders, not very amicable, no service and hospitality focus.

Crew, food, boarding, deplaning. See my comments on the KLM section.

The temperature on the flight was unbearably hot and they were unable to serve waters and did t make any adjustments. This impacted us both when leaving, we pushed away from the gate but didn’t taxi for takeoff for awhile then arrived ‘early’ yet were stuck in the plane for longer than we should have been.

The crew performed the absolute minimum. The plane ran out of toilet paper and there was 2 hours of flight left of an 8 hours international flight. The food was a average

Delayed, then set on termac before taking off for 45 minutes. After landing had to sit on termac for another 30-40 minutes. Total disaster of a flight

Delta was great because the flight was almost 5 hours so I had access to tons of movies news, etc. so it helped past the time by no other plane WestJet did not have movies so Delta was the best

The flights were on time; all went as expected which is a big positive! No delays! There was no food or drink service in any legs, which I understand due to the short flight time.

They announced a mechanical issue prior to boarding Said it was fixed, we boarded Waited Then learned it was not fixed Had to deplane and go to new gate Bought wifi on plane and it never worked

Delta off boarded and boarded the aircraft quickly. Clean cabin and great gate and onboard service.

WiFi was not working. Flight was delayed in Paris as luggage needed to be removed from the plane that didn’t match a passenger on board. Upon arrival in Detroit the plane couldn’t get to the gate as the pilot turned onto a runway with construction in progress . We waited to be towed back onto the runway. We were almost an hour late causing many passengers to miss their connecting flights.

Internet connectivity still seems to be touchy on these flights, making it difficult to rely on it for getting work done.

Bussing in a major flight is idiotic. Cabin was too warm. Food was bland and felt old

Crew attendants attention to the travelers. Good food. I always fly with Turkish Airlines

Tv didn’t work and left the gate late but everything else was perfect.

Again poor use of old aircraft and old business class seats that show there age.

Service and food were very good, I liked it a lot. I liked the little gifts we all got , but I don’t think I’d fly on Turkish airlines to go to New York from Istanbul or from New York to Instanbul anymore. Flight is way too long.

We liked the comfort and seats. The crew was not very friendly nor did they check on us to see if we needed anything. Had to ask for water several times

Very small and cramped aisles and seats. Food was poor but the fresh hot roll and hummus was good. No cans of soda given but they had small bottles of water. Crew was nice and pleasant and kept bathroom clean.

In sharp contrast to the modern glitzy airport, boarding facilities were primitive. Passengers had to board buses and walk up steep stairs in bitter cold with carry-on baggages. I found no reason why aerobridge was not provided.

I have been flying Turkish Airlines for the last 5 years it’s always great service, on time , excellent food, only one thing wasn’t reliable is their on board WiFi most of the time it doesn’t work.

I could not check in online 24 hours before the flight. Very inconvenient. Flight was delayed.

Flight delayed, last seat on the plane, no arrival Gate available due to the plane departing late

Really old place. Not as clean as it should be, tray tables needed better cleaning. The items, trays and some other items need to b6 engineered. Anything task you or crew may do is incredibly load, seriously engineer for quiet smooth, easy. Just opening and closing the tray table is actually dangerous and can easily injure a finger. I'm sure it happens as it happened to me! First time I used United and likely will be the last!

Not enough veg food available for passengers. I actually did not get the veg food and was told it was over, and I starved the entire flight duration.

Crew was dismissive. Snacks and refills not offered. Poor business class experience. Bed not comfortable compared to Emirates or BA.

We were Polaris passengers and found the service poor. The food was ok but the flight attendants were not attentive and rushed the service.

Plane was was better than th YVR to ORD flight but was a fraction of the distance. Fly your better planes on longer distance flights.

In this flight we had selected seating for our family in the middle of the plane in a 2x2 format. The airline changed them to the very back row of the plane and split them to 3x1. Why pay for seats that allow seat selection if the airline will just move them to the worst seats in the plane?

The flight was canceled. Got rebooked to Chicago and when we arrived our luggage where to there. They were going to our original destination the day after. They would not deliver them to our house. We had to go pick them up.

Upgrade planes to have larger overhead bins, especially on this popular route and first class. Easy flight to Chicago, good service in first class. Can't wait for seatback entertainment to be brought back. I like the free wifi and messaging with T-Mobile. Although, the tray tables are not big enough to work even on a small laptop - so why is it called "business" class? Flight attendant said that the flight was too short to even serve water. I've flown that route several times, and that is the first time I ever heard that. No chargers in the seats. Rough landing.

Pilots were great on take off and landing. Flight attendant were very kind. The only problem was take off was later than the scheduling.

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

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

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

The staff was not very polite but the flight was very very nice and comfortable and the entertainment was great

My ticket was for Premium Economy and all the seats were taken, I was placed in Economy class and I’m looking for a refund.

Unfortunately delayed 2 hrs due to faulty tyre.. which had to be changed, but better safe than sorry.

Lots of legroom on the flight. No interaction from the staff at all on the plane. They only attended to the First Class passengers. There was no entertainment. Security I was body scanned even though I hadn't set off an alarm, my father-in-law in his 80s, was stopped and subjected to a through body search, told that they would have to place their hands in intimate places. There were several border guards present, and as we walked off we could hear the TWA officer talk about the procedure as if he was training. My father-in-law was a little upset about the whole process. A kind explanation would have been more acceptable, and it felt dehumanizing to him.

Needed a 6 hour lay over in Atlanta. How can this be avoided ?

Security area in terminal 3 needs to be made much nicer. Less claustrophobic and use of glass and big ceilings wouldhelp

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