What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Detroit?

Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Detroit

How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Detroit you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 24h 40m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 26h 25m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to Detroit are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Detroit?

There are 2 operators available for flights from South Africa to Detroit as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Detroit?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Detroit.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Detroit may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Detroit. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:10 pm - 6:10 pmJNB-DTW

30h 00m1 stop

8:05 pm - 10:50 amDTW-JNB

31h 45m1 stop

$917Turkish Airlines

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sáb., nov. 8 - sáb., nov. 15

9:30 pm - 4:55 pmCPT-DTW

26h 25m1 stop

2:41 pm - 7:15 pmDTW-CPT

21h 34m1 stop

$997Virgin Atlantic

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jue., nov. 6 - jue., nov. 13

10:00 pm - 4:45 pmJNB-DTW

25h 45m1 stop

4:43 pm - 8:50 amDTW-JNB

33h 07m2 stops

$1,003Delta

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sáb., nov. 8 - sáb., nov. 15

8:50 pm - 4:45 pmCPT-DTW

26h 55m2 stops

7:15 am - 4:10 pmDTW-CPT

25h 55m2 stops

$1,009United Airlines

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jue., nov. 6 - jue., nov. 13

7:40 pm - 3:07 pmJNB-DTW

26h 27m2 stops

2:00 pm - 10:05 pmDTW-JNB

25h 05m2 stops

$1,033KLM

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sáb., nov. 8 - sáb., nov. 15

9:30 pm - 9:42 pmCPT-DTW

31h 12m1 stop

8:15 pm - 1:25 pmDTW-CPT

34h 10m2 stops

$1,046Multiple Airlines

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10:00 pm - 11:09 pmJNB-DTW

32h 09m2 stops

8:15 pm - 8:35 amDTW-JNB

29h 20m1 stop

$1,062Delta

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mar., dic. 16 - dom., ene. 11

7:40 pm - 1:45 pmJNB-DTW

25h 05m1 stop

4:15 pm - 10:05 pmDTW-JNB

22h 50m1 stop

$1,072Multiple Airlines

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mar., dic. 16 - dom., ene. 11

8:50 pm - 4:57 pmCPT-DTW

27h 07m2 stops

2:35 pm - 6:00 pmDTW-CPT

20h 25m2 stops

$1,114United Airlines

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vie., nov. 7 - vie., nov. 14

7:40 pm - 1:45 pmJNB-DTW

25h 05m1 stop

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20h 40m1 stop

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Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Detroit

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on South Africa to Detroit flight tickets

Turkish Airlines

Nov 8

JNB7:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m

1 stop

DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 15

DTW8:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$917

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 11

CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl

31h 55m

1 stop

DTW7:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mar 15

DTW9:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 45m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

$1,051

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 11

CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl

31h 55m

1 stop

DTW7:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mar 15

DTW9:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 45m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

$1,052

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Delta flights from South Africa to Detroit

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Delta

Nov 8

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 45m

1 stop

DTW4:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 15

DTW4:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 07m

2 stops

JNB8:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,003

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Delta

Dec 16

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 09m

2 stops

DTW11:09 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 11

DTW8:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,062

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Delta

Dec 16

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 09m

2 stops

DTW11:09 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 11

DTW8:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

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JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 11/8

7:10 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 11/15

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

$917

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

jue. 11/6

9:30 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 11/13

2:41 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 34m

$997

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 11/8

10:00 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop25h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 11/15

4:43 pm-8:50 am

2 stops33h 07m

$1,003

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

jue. 11/6

8:50 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 11/13

7:15 am-4:10 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$1,009

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 11/8

7:40 pm-3:07 pm

2 stops26h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 11/15

2:00 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$1,033

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

vie. 11/7

9:30 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop31h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 11/14

8:15 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops34h 10m

$1,046

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 12/16

10:00 pm-11:09 pm

2 stops32h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 1/11

8:15 pm-8:35 am

1 stop29h 20m

$1,062

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 12/16

7:40 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop25h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 1/11

4:15 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$1,072

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

vie. 11/7

8:50 pm-4:57 pm

2 stops27h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 11/14

2:35 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops20h 25m

$1,114

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 12/18

7:40 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop25h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 12/30

6:25 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$1,136

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

The cheapest month to fly to Detroit from South Africa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $969, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Detroit in February, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Detroit during November average around $998.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from South Africa is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $984. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from South Africa to Detroit for around $1,761.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Detroit?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Detroit from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Detroit for around $1,135 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Detroit from South Africa for as low as $846 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Detroit flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Detroit flight.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Detroit?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Detroit are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Detroit?
There are 2 operators available for flights from South Africa to Detroit as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Detroit?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Detroit may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Detroit. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Detroit

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $960	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,973 reviews		Search Delta flights
Air France	PriceFrom $1,040	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,465 reviews		Search Air France flights

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