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13578R 12754R
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Tue, 25 Mar JNB - DTW
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13673R 12814R
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15236R 14649R
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16577R 15574R
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16722R 15710R
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Currency and cost comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket
25% Trains are 25% more expensive in Detroit than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg 30R
Detroit 37,38R
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
82% The average meal is 82% more expensive in Detroit than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg 205R
Detroit 373,77R
Exchange rate
1 ZAR = 0.06 USD
1 USD = 18.75 ZAR
Last checked on 06 February 2025
Distance: 13612 kms
Johannesburg airports
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) How far from city centre: 1 kms
Lanseria Intl Apt (HLA) How far from city centre: 48 kms
Detroit airports

Useful Information for Flights from Johannesburg to Detroit

Planning a trip from Johannesburg to Detroit? Booking flights to Detroit from Johannesburg is easy with eDreams. Consider the time difference when booking your flights to Detroit from Johannesburg. Johannesburg is 7 hours ahead of Detroit. Remember to account for Daylight Savings Time, which may affect the actual time difference between Johannesburg and Detroit. For the best deals on flights from Johannesburg to Detroit, be sure to check our website.

Best Time to Fly to Detroit

Detroit experiences all four seasons. Summers are warm and humid, with average temperatures in the low 20s. Winters are cold and snowy, with average temperatures below freezing. Spring and autumn offer milder temperatures and fewer crowds, making them ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities. Book your flights to Detroit from Johannesburg with eDreams and find the best deals!

Summers: Low 20s °C. Winters: Below freezing. Spring/Autumn: Milder.

Johannesburg Airports

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Airport Information

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

Johannesburg's primary airport, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is the largest and busiest airport in Africa, handling millions of passengers annually. Located 23km east of Johannesburg city centre in Kempton Park, it serves as a hub for domestic and international flights to Detroit from Johannesburg, as well as other destinations. O.R. Tambo offers a wide range of amenities and services for travellers.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is a privately owned airport situated approximately 35km from Johannesburg city centre. While smaller than O.R. Tambo, Lanseria offers a more convenient and less congested travel experience for some flights to Detroit from Johannesburg. It primarily serves domestic routes and a select number of regional destinations.

Main Airlines for This Route

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Detroit Airports

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Airport Information

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

DTW is the main airport serving Detroit and is located in Romulus, Michigan. It offers a wide range of facilities, including restaurants, shops, and car hire services. {Brand} offers car rental at DTW.

To reach the city centre from DTW, you have several options:

Detroit Willow Run Airport (YIP)

This airport mainly focuses on cargo and general aviation. If you’re flying to Detroit from Johannesburg, it’s less likely you’ll arrive here, as DTW offers better connections for passenger flights.

Other Airports

While Bishop International Airport (FNT) and Capital Region International Airport (LAN) are relatively close to Detroit, they might not be the most convenient options for flights to Detroit from Johannesburg, as DTW offers better connectivity and facilities.

What to Do and See in Detroit

Planning your flights to Detroit from Johannesburg? Get ready for an amazing trip! Detroit is a city full of history, culture, and excitement. Whether you're interested in music, art, or history, there's something for everyone in Detroit.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Johannesburg to Detroit

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to United States. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from Johannesburg to Detroit, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Johannesburg to Detroit is R12500. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Detroit more expensive than Johannesburg to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Detroit costs about $ 46.72 ZAR, 134% more expensive than Johannesburg, with a fare of $ 20.00 ZAR, while train tickets cost 25% more at Detroit: $ 37.38 ZAR versus $ 30.00 ZAR at Johannesburg. If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 373.77 ZAR in Detroit, 82% more than the 205.00 ZAR in Johannesburg. The price of the coffee is around 128% more expensive in Detroit, with an average of 88.12 ZAR , while in Johannesburg the coffee costs 38.72 ZAR.
How long does the flight from Johannesburg to Detroit take?
Flight length from Johannesburg to Detroit is around 21:23 hours on average, at an average distance of 15 796 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How is the weather in Detroit compared to Johannesburg?
While in Johannesburg the temperatures can reach an average of 31.84 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 6.0 mm ,Detroit's temperatures can go up to 31.85 ºC during the hot season, with 12.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -16.05 ºC in Detroit, compared to the -0.43 ºC average degrees reported in Johannesburg. During the winter period, Johannesburg can register 0.9 mm precipitation, while Detroit have an average of 3.0 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Johannesburg and Detroit?
The main route from Johannesburg to Detroit is: OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Detroit Metro (DTW). The following airlines fly this route: Turkish Airlines.

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