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 23h 44m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 23h 48m 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.

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

Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Detroit

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 March 2026.

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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7:05 pm - 7:00 pm

JNB

DTW

29h 55m

1 stop

8:55 pm - 10:50 am

DTW

JNB

31h 55m

1 stop

$938Turkish Airlines

Wed, Mar 18 - Sun, Mar 22

8:25 pm - 2:09 pm

JNB

DTW

23h 44m

1 stop

5:45 pm - 8:45 am

DTW

JNB

33h 00m

2 stops

$1,008Delta

Mon, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 23

8:00 pm - 3:37 pm

CPT

DTW

25h 37m

2 stops

10:18 am - 3:20 pm

DTW

CPT

23h 02m

1 stop

$1,010United Airlines

Sun, Apr 26 - Mon, Sep 7

8:25 pm - 10:02 pm

JNB

DTW

31h 37m

2 stops

7:50 pm - 8:45 am

DTW

JNB

30h 55m

2 stops

$1,014Delta

Mon, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 23

8:25 pm - 7:14 pm

JNB

DTW

28h 49m

2 stops

6:30 pm - 8:45 am

DTW

JNB

32h 15m

1 stop

$1,062Delta

Thu, Apr 2 - Thu, Apr 9

9:50 am - 11:59 pm

JNB

DTW

44h 09m

2 stops

12:57 pm - 8:20 am

DTW

JNB

37h 23m

2 stops

$1,116Etihad Airways

Thu, Mar 19 - Wed, Apr 1

8:25 pm - 2:13 pm

CPT

DTW

23h 48m

1 stop

12:15 pm - 5:50 pm

DTW

CPT

23h 35m

1 stop

$1,120Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Apr 16 - Sat, Jul 4

7:45 pm - 2:55 pm

JNB

DTW

25h 10m

1 stop

2:05 pm - 6:30 pm

DTW

JNB

22h 25m

2 stops

$1,137United Airlines

Thu, Mar 19 - Wed, Apr 1

9:50 am - 10:07 pm

JNB

DTW

42h 17m

2 stops

6:00 am - 8:20 am

DTW

JNB

44h 20m

2 stops

$1,151Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 15 - Mon, Apr 20

9:55 pm - 12:56 pm

JNB

DTW

21h 01m

1 stop

2:16 pm - 7:40 pm

DTW

JNB

23h 24m

1 stop

$1,163Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 2 - Thu, Apr 9

United Airlines flights from South Africa to Detroit

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United Airlines

Apr 26

CPT8:00 pmCape Town Intl

25h 37m

2 stops

DTW3:37 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 7

DTW10:18 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23h 02m

1 stop

CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl

$1,010

United Airlines

Mar 19

JNB7:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

1 stop

DTW2:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 1

DTW2:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 25m

2 stops

JNB6:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,137

United Airlines

Apr 2

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

33h 17m

2 stops

DTW10:17 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 9

DTW1:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 45m

2 stops

JNB6:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,351

Virgin Atlantic flights from South Africa to Detroit

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Virgin Atlantic

Apr 16

CPT8:25 pmCape Town Intl

23h 48m

1 stop

DTW2:13 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jul 4

DTW12:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23h 35m

1 stop

CPT5:50 pmCape Town Intl

$1,120

Virgin Atlantic

Apr 17

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 01m

1 stop

DTW4:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 24

DTW7:47 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

17h 53m

1 stop

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,340

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JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/18

7:05 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop29h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/22

8:55 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 55m

$938

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/1

8:25 pm-2:09 pm

1 stop23h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/23

5:45 pm-8:45 am

2 stops33h 00m

$1,008

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/26

8:00 pm-3:37 pm

2 stops25h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/7

10:18 am-3:20 pm

1 stop23h 02m

$1,010

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/1

8:25 pm-10:02 pm

2 stops31h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/23

7:50 pm-8:45 am

2 stops30h 55m

$1,014

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/2

8:25 pm-7:14 pm

2 stops28h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/9

6:30 pm-8:45 am

1 stop32h 15m

$1,062

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/19

9:50 am-11:59 pm

2 stops44h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/1

12:57 pm-8:20 am

2 stops37h 23m

$1,116

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/16

8:25 pm-2:13 pm

1 stop23h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/4

12:15 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$1,120

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/19

7:45 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop25h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/1

2:05 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$1,137

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/15

9:50 am-10:07 pm

2 stops42h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/20

6:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops44h 20m

$1,151

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/2

9:55 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop21h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/9

2:16 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop23h 24m

$1,163

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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 $964, 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 $992.

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The fastest flight from South Africa to Detroit takes 23h 44m

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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 March 2026.
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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Air France	PriceFrom $1,040	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,542 reviews		Search Air France flights

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