What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit?

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 27,8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Detroit.

Can I find cheaper flights to Detroit if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Detroit on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Detroit?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Turkish Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Detroit.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Detroit?

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Detroit. One-way flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County typically cost R1 306, while return flights cost around R21 304.

How much is a return flight to Detroit?

A return flight to Detroit will typically cost around R1 213, however they can be found for as little as R1 138.

Where does the fastest flight to Detroit depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Detroit, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (22 hours 30 minutes).

Does Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County?

Yes. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport is the closest property to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (0,0 km away from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County).

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Johannesburg to Detroit

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Thu 22/517:50JNB - DTW

1 stop31h 15mTurkish Airlines

Wed 4/621:00DTW - JNB

1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines

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Thu 22/519:35JNB - DTW

2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines

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2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 21/4R17 898

Wed 30/418:50JNB - DTW

1 stop30h 15mDelta

Wed 7/59:35DTW - JNB

1 stop28h 05mDelta

Deal found 21/4R18 684

Thu 1/518:50JNB - DTW

1 stop30h 15mAir France

Thu 8/521:20DTW - JNB

1 stop29h 10mAir France

Deal found 21/4R20 500

Thu 8/520:40JNB - DTW

1 stop24h 35mVirgin Atlantic

Tue 8/713:50DTW - JNB

2 stops38h 30mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 21/4R22 428

Wed 30/419:00JNB - DTW

2 stops27h 53mUnited Airlines

Thu 8/510:15DTW - JNB

2 stops25h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 21/4R22 990

Thu 1/519:25JNB - DTW

2 stops31h 30mBritish Airways

Tue 6/517:52DTW - JNB

2 stops31h 08mBritish Airways

Deal found 21/4R24 506

Thu 8/511:10JNB - DTW

3 stops35h 43mSWISS

Tue 8/714:10DTW - JNB

2 stops37h 10mSWISS

Deal found 21/4R26 734

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Thu 22/517:50JNB - DTW

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Thu 22/519:35JNB - DTW

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Thu 1/518:50JNB - DTW

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1 stop29h 10mAir France

Deal found 21/4R20 500

Thu 1/518:50JNB - DTW

1 stop30h 15mDelta

Thu 8/514:00DTW - JNB

2 stops23h 40mDelta

Deal found 21/4R20 556

Thu 8/520:40JNB - DTW

1 stop24h 35mVirgin Atlantic

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2 stops38h 30mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 21/4R22 428

Thu 1/519:25JNB - DTW

2 stops31h 30mBritish Airways

Tue 6/517:52DTW - JNB

2 stops31h 08mBritish Airways

Deal found 21/4R24 506

Thu 8/511:10JNB - DTW

3 stops35h 43mSWISS

Tue 8/714:10DTW - JNB

2 stops37h 10mSWISS

Deal found 21/4R26 734

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Wed 30/418:50JNB - DTW

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Wed 30/419:00JNB - DTW

2 stops27h 53mUnited Airlines

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Thu 1/518:50JNB - DTW

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Thu 1/519:25JNB - DTW

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Thu 8/520:40JNB - DTW

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2 stops38h 30mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 21/4R22 428

Thu 8/511:10JNB - DTW

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Thu 22/517:50JNB - DTW

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1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines

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Thu 22/519:35JNB - DTW

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Wed 4/611:05DTW - JNB

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Deal found 21/4R17 898

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17:50-19:05

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19:35-21:25

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11:05-9:20

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R17 898

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/5

18:50-19:05

1 stop30h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/5

21:20-8:30

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R20 500

JohannesburgDetroit

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18:50-19:05

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14:00-19:40

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R20 556

JohannesburgDetroit

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Thu 8/5

20:40-15:15

1 stop24h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/7

13:50-10:20

2 stops38h 30m

R22 428

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/5

19:25-20:55

2 stops31h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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17:52-7:00

2 stops31h 08m

R24 506

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

11:10-16:53

3 stops35h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/7

14:10-9:20

2 stops37h 10m

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When is the best time to book a flight to Detroit?

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Detroit. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Detroit?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Detroit takes 24 hours 40 minutes. Flights to Detroit from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Detroit?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Detroit are Virgin Atlantic, KLM and British Airways.

Virgin Atlantic

From R994

KLM

From R922

British Airways

From R955

United Airlines

From R943

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Detroit are Turkish Airlines, KLM and United Airlines.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit ranges from 46.0 - 79.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 79.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit when rainfall is around 46.0 mm.

Temperature in Detroit by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

See what other customers who have flown with Delta, SWISS and Air France to Detroit have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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8,0

Very Good

7 920 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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7,5

Good

1 582 reviews

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 920 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Air France

7,4

Good

1 440 reviews

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 920 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Virgin Atlantic

7,4

Good

642 reviews

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 920 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

3 773 reviews

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 920 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

FAQs about flying to Detroit

What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit?
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 27,8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Detroit.
Can I find cheaper flights to Detroit if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Detroit on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Detroit?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Turkish Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Detroit.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Detroit?
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Detroit. One-way flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County typically cost R1 306, while return flights cost around R21 304.
How much is a return flight to Detroit?
A return flight to Detroit will typically cost around R1 213, however they can be found for as little as R1 138.
Where does the fastest flight to Detroit depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Detroit, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (22 hours 30 minutes).
Does Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County?
Yes. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport is the closest property to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (0,0 km away from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County).

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Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

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Where does the fastest flight to Detroit depart from?

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