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 25h 45m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 31h 55m 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 January 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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4:35 pm - 6:45 pm

CPT

DTW

32h 10m

1 stop

8:50 pm - 11:50 am

DTW

CPT

33h 00m

1 stop

$961Turkish Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Tue, Jun 16

10:00 pm - 4:45 pm

JNB

DTW

25h 45m

1 stop

8:15 pm - 8:25 am

DTW

JNB

29h 10m

1 stop

$1,001Delta

Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10

10:00 pm - 7:20 pm

JNB

DTW

28h 20m

2 stops

4:45 pm - 8:25 am

DTW

JNB

32h 40m

2 stops

$1,006Delta

Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10

7:45 pm - 5:35 pm

JNB

DTW

28h 50m

3 stops

6:15 pm - 9:30 am

DTW

JNB

32h 15m

2 stops

$1,082Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16

4:35 pm - 6:45 pm

CPT

DTW

32h 10m

1 stop

8:50 pm - 2:35 pm

DTW

CPT

35h 45m

2 stops

$1,118Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Tue, Jun 16

8:15 pm - 11:49 pm

JNB

DTW

34h 34m

3 stops

6:15 pm - 9:30 am

DTW

JNB

32h 15m

2 stops

$1,152Air Canada

Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10

11:00 pm - 11:56 pm

JNB

DTW

31h 56m

3 stops

6:00 am - 3:55 am

DTW

JNB

38h 55m

3 stops

$1,153Ethiopian Air

Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10

11:00 pm - 11:56 pm

JNB

DTW

31h 56m

3 stops

6:00 am - 3:55 am

DTW

JNB

38h 55m

3 stops

$1,163Ethiopian Air

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16

11:15 pm - 7:23 pm

CPT

DTW

26h 08m

2 stops

2:10 pm - 9:25 pm

DTW

CPT

25h 15m

2 stops

$1,171KLM

Thu, Apr 16 - Tue, Jun 16

3:45 pm - 6:10 pm

PLZ

DTW

33h 25m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 3:05 pm

DTW

PLZ

36h 00m

2 stops

$1,374Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Detroit

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Turkish Airlines

Jan 22

JNB7:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m

1 stop

DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 26

DTW8:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$919

Turkish Airlines

Jan 22

JNB7:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m

1 stop

DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 26

DTW8:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$920

Turkish Airlines

Jan 22

JNB7:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m

1 stop

DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 26

DTW8:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$924

British Airways flights from South Africa to Detroit

Our best British Airways deals on South Africa to Detroit flight tickets

British Airways

Jan 22

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

43h 52m

2 stops

DTW10:52 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 26

DTW5:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 28m

2 stops

JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,027

British Airways

Jan 22

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 08m

2 stops

DTW9:08 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 26

DTW5:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 28m

2 stops

JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,054

British Airways

Jan 22

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 08m

2 stops

DTW9:08 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 26

DTW5:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 28m

2 stops

JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,059

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Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/16

4:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/16

8:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop33h 00m

$961

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/3

10:00 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop25h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/10

8:15 pm-8:25 am

1 stop29h 10m

$1,001

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/3

10:00 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops28h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/10

4:45 pm-8:25 am

2 stops32h 40m

$1,006

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/9

7:45 pm-5:35 pm

3 stops28h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/16

6:15 pm-9:30 am

2 stops32h 15m

$1,082

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/16

4:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/16

8:50 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,118

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/3

8:15 pm-11:49 pm

3 stops34h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/10

6:15 pm-9:30 am

2 stops32h 15m

$1,152

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/3

11:00 pm-11:56 pm

3 stops31h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/10

6:00 am-3:55 am

3 stops38h 55m

$1,153

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/9

11:00 pm-11:56 pm

3 stops31h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/16

6:00 am-3:55 am

3 stops38h 55m

$1,163

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/16

11:15 pm-7:23 pm

2 stops26h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/16

2:10 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$1,171

Port ElizabethDetroit

PLZ - DTW

PLZDTW

Port Elizabeth

Thu 1/29

3:45 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops33h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/2

8:05 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$1,374

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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 $960, 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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You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Detroit flight.

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Fastest flight time	25h 45m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Detroit takes 25h 45m

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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 January 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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Delta	PriceFrom $955	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,039 reviews		Search Delta flights
Air France	PriceFrom $1,040	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,522 reviews		Search Air France flights

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