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Cheap flights from Detroit to Johannesburg from $1,173

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Turkish Airlines Logo
8:05 pm - 10:50 amDTW-JNB
31h 45m1 stop
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7:10 pm - 6:10 pmJNB-DTW
30h 00m1 stop
$1,173Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 20
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6:35 am - 8:20 amDTW-JNB
42h 45m2 stops
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9:50 am - 6:05 pmJNB-DTW
39h 15m2 stops
$1,202Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 27
American Airlines Logo
3:57 pm - 7:35 amDTW-JNB
32h 38m2 stops
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10:00 pm - 7:30 pmJNB-DTW
28h 30m2 stops
$1,235American Airlines
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Mon, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 27
American Airlines Logo
4:03 pm - 7:35 amDTW-JNB
32h 32m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 9:51 pmJNB-DTW
30h 51m2 stops
$1,260American Airlines
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Wed, Nov 26 - Mon, Dec 1
Qatar Airways Logo
11:37 am - 8:40 amDTW-JNB
38h 03m2 stops
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12:45 pm - 7:41 pmJNB-DTW
37h 56m2 stops
$1,407Qatar Airways
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Thu, Dec 4 - Wed, Jan 14
Qatar Airways Logo
6:00 am - 3:35 pmDTW-JNB
26h 35m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
1:45 pm - 9:11 pmJNB-DTW
38h 26m2 stops
$1,558Qatar Airways
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Sun, Nov 16 - Sat, Nov 22
Air Canada Logo
11:40 am - 9:30 amDTW-JNB
38h 50m3 stops
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8:15 pm - 11:57 pmJNB-DTW
34h 42m3 stops
$1,650Air Canada
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Sun, Feb 22 - Sun, Mar 1
Air Canada Logo
12:10 pm - 10:30 amDTW-JNB
39h 20m3 stops
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7:45 pm - 10:10 pmJNB-DTW
33h 25m3 stops
$1,800Air Canada
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Thu, Dec 4 - Wed, Jan 14
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4:05 pm - 9:30 amDTW-JNB
34h 25m1 stop
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11:40 am - 1:55 pmJNB-DTW
33h 15m2 stops
$2,029Lufthansa
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Mon, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 27
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2:19 pm - 7:05 amDTW-JNB
33h 46m2 stops
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7:45 pm - 1:55 pmJNB-DTW
25h 10m1 stop
$2,146Lufthansa
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Fri, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 20

Qatar Airways flights from Detroit to Johannesburg

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Detroit to Johannesburg flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Dec 4
DTW11:37 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
38h 03m
2 stops
JNB8:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Jan 14
JNB12:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
37h 56m
2 stops
DTW7:41 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,407
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Qatar Airways
Nov 16
DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
26h 35m
2 stops
JNB3:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 22
JNB1:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
38h 26m
2 stops
DTW9:11 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,558
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Qatar Airways
Nov 6
DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
50h 35m
2 stops
JNB3:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 8
JNB8:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
53h 22m
2 stops
DTW6:42 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,687
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United Airlines flights from Detroit to Johannesburg

Our best United Airlines deals on Detroit to Johannesburg flight tickets
United Airlines
Nov 16
DTW9:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
26h 20m
2 stops
JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 19
JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
31h 43m
2 stops
DTW11:08 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$2,286
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United Airlines
Nov 16
DTW2:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 30m
2 stops
JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 19
JNB7:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
25h 25m
1 stop
DTW2:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$2,321
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United Airlines
Nov 16
DTW4:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
43h 20m
2 stops
JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 19
JNB7:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
48h 26m
3 stops
DTW1:11 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$5,052
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Johannesburg that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2025.
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DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/20

7:10 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$1,173

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/8

6:35 am-8:20 am

2 stops42h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/27

9:50 am-6:05 pm

2 stops39h 15m

$1,202

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/8

3:57 pm-7:35 am

2 stops32h 38m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/27

10:00 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$1,235

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/26

4:03 pm-7:35 am

2 stops32h 32m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

10:00 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops30h 51m

$1,260

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/4

11:37 am-8:40 am

2 stops38h 03m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/14

12:45 pm-7:41 pm

2 stops37h 56m

$1,407

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/16

6:00 am-3:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/22

1:45 pm-9:11 pm

2 stops38h 26m

$1,558

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/22

11:40 am-9:30 am

3 stops38h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/1

8:15 pm-11:57 pm

3 stops34h 42m

$1,650

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/4

12:10 pm-10:30 am

3 stops39h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/14

7:45 pm-10:10 pm

3 stops33h 25m

$1,800

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/8

4:05 pm-9:30 am

1 stop34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/27

11:40 am-1:55 pm

2 stops33h 15m

$2,029

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

2:19 pm-7:05 am

2 stops33h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/20

7:45 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$2,146

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg from Detroit is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,321, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around $1,365.

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

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg from Detroit. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $1,554. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Johannesburg on Saturday is $2,040.

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 $1,386. 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 $2,043.

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  • How far is Detroit to Johannesburg by plane?

    Detroit and Johannesburg are 8452.4 mi apart from one another. 21h 30m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to Johannesburg.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Johannesburg

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,096Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,035 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,177Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,001 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,553Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,004 reviews
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