Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is six hours ahead of Detroit, where Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to get on your DTW to Johannesburg flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from DTW to Johannesburg. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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DTW is about 29 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near DTW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport's on-time performance, 75.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Johannesburg
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg flight is Rs219,636. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs366,399. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from DTW to Johannesburg. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg ticket.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to the centre of Johannesburg takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from DTW to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. After your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Following your DTW to Johannesburg flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to HLA. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HLA can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Plan your trip to Johannesburg during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DTW to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Johannesburg to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've seen Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
If you want to check out another major stop in South Africa, head for Bloemfontein, roughly 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are key reasons to visit.