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

Lufthansa is the most popular carrier operating from Detroit to Johannesburg

What airlines fly to Johannesburg?

Delta, Turkish Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Detroit to Johannesburg refresh daily.

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The number of operators available for flights from Detroit to Johannesburg is 3 as of July 2026.

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.

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7:30 am - 8:20 am

DTW

JNB

42h 50m

2 stops

9:45 am - 4:32 pm

JNB

DTW

36h 47m

2 stops

$1,249Etihad Airways

Sat, Aug 29 - Mon, Sep 14

5:30 pm - 8:20 am

DTW

JNB

32h 50m

2 stops

9:50 am - 3:50 pm

JNB

DTW

37h 00m

2 stops

$1,270Etihad Airways

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3

8:10 am - 8:20 am

DTW

JNB

41h 10m

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9:50 am - 10:20 pm

JNB

DTW

43h 30m

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$1,293Etihad Airways

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 10

8:10 am - 8:20 am

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JNB

41h 10m

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9:50 am - 3:50 pm

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DTW

37h 00m

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$1,353Etihad Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Fri, Nov 13

6:00 am - 3:50 pm

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JNB

27h 50m

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5:00 pm - 3:50 pm

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28h 50m

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$1,360Multiple Airlines

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6:00 am - 1:25 pm

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JNB

25h 25m

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2:30 pm - 2:23 pm

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DTW

29h 53m

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$1,382Ethiopian Air

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 27

2:48 pm - 1:25 pm

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JNB

40h 37m

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2:30 pm - 2:23 pm

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DTW

30h 53m

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$1,390Ethiopian Air

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6:05 am - 3:50 pm

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27h 45m

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5:00 pm - 4:32 pm

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29h 32m

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$1,399Multiple Airlines

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6:05 am - 3:50 pm

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27h 45m

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29h 32m

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$1,403Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

5:25 am - 8:10 pm

DTW

JNB

32h 45m

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2:30 pm - 2:11 pm

JNB

DTW

29h 41m

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$1,460Ethiopian Air

Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Sep 6

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Oct 13

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 25m

2 stops

JNB1:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 27

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 53m

3 stops

DTW2:23 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,382

Ethiopian Air

Oct 20

DTW2:48 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

40h 37m

2 stops

JNB1:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 3

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 53m

3 stops

DTW2:23 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,390

Ethiopian Air

Aug 19

DTW5:25 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 45m

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JNB8:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 6

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 41m

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DTW2:11 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,460

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Oct 13

DTW8:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 25m

1 stop

JNB10:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 27

JNB1:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 30m

2 stops

DTW7:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,491

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Nov 1

DTW9:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

30h 55m

1 stop

JNB11:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 10

JNB6:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 10m

1 stop

DTW6:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,527

Turkish Airlines

Oct 13

DTW8:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 25m

1 stop

JNB10:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 27

JNB6:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 10m

1 stop

DTW7:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,534

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Sat 8/29

7:30 am-8:20 am

2 stops42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/14

9:45 am-4:32 pm

2 stops36h 47m

$1,249

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/20

5:30 pm-8:20 am

2 stops32h 50m

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Tue 11/3

9:50 am-3:50 pm

2 stops37h 00m

$1,270

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DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/1

8:10 am-8:20 am

2 stops41h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/10

9:50 am-10:20 pm

2 stops43h 30m

$1,293

DetroitJohannesburg

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DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/5

8:10 am-8:20 am

2 stops41h 10m

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2 stops37h 00m

$1,353

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/13

6:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops27h 50m

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Tue 10/27

5:00 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$1,360

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DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/13

6:00 am-1:25 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/27

2:30 pm-2:23 pm

3 stops29h 53m

$1,382

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/20

2:48 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops40h 37m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/3

2:30 pm-2:23 pm

3 stops30h 53m

$1,390

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

6:05 am-3:50 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

5:00 pm-4:32 pm

2 stops29h 32m

$1,399

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

6:05 am-3:50 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

5:00 pm-4:32 pm

2 stops29h 32m

$1,403

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/19

5:25 am-8:10 pm

2 stops32h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/6

2:30 pm-2:11 pm

3 stops29h 41m

$1,460

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg from Detroit is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $132, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around $1,044.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to Johannesburg

How far is Detroit to Johannesburg by plane?
Detroit and Johannesburg are 8452.4 mi apart from one another. 22h 50m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Johannesburg?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Johannesburg refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Johannesburg?
The number of operators available for flights from Detroit to Johannesburg is 3 as of July 2026.
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.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,044	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,440 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,550	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,953 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,937	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,450 reviews	Search Delta flights

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