What airlines fly to South Africa?

Turkish Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Detroit according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Detroit to South Africa refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to South Africa?

The number of operators available for flights from Detroit to South Africa is 3 as of April 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to South Africa?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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6:00 am - 8:20 am

DTW

JNB

44h 20m

2 stops

9:50 am - 10:20 pm

JNB

DTW

42h 30m

2 stops

$1,259Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 26

8:50 pm - 11:50 am

DTW

CPT

33h 00m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:45 pm

CPT

DTW

32h 10m

1 stop

$1,283Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Oct 8

8:00 am - 8:20 am

DTW

JNB

42h 20m

2 stops

9:50 am - 11:55 pm

JNB

DTW

44h 05m

2 stops

$1,285Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28

9:53 am - 8:20 am

DTW

JNB

40h 27m

2 stops

9:50 am - 5:19 pm

JNB

DTW

37h 29m

2 stops

$1,286Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

8:50 pm - 11:50 am

DTW

CPT

33h 00m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:45 pm

CPT

DTW

32h 10m

1 stop

$1,320Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28

6:10 am - 10:30 am

DTW

JNB

46h 20m

2 stops

7:50 pm - 11:59 pm

JNB

DTW

34h 09m

2 stops

$1,336Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 12 - Tue, May 26

8:50 pm - 10:30 am

DTW

JNB

31h 40m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 6:45 pm

JNB

DTW

30h 45m

1 stop

$1,344Turkish Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

8:50 pm - 10:30 am

DTW

JNB

31h 40m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 6:45 pm

JNB

DTW

30h 45m

1 stop

$1,405Turkish Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

6:07 am - 12:55 pm

DTW

CPT

48h 48m

2 stops

7:30 pm - 11:56 pm

CPT

DTW

34h 26m

2 stops

$1,501Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 29 - Mon, May 11

6:18 am - 10:15 am

DTW

CPT

45h 57m

2 stops

1:15 pm - 10:41 pm

CPT

DTW

39h 26m

2 stops

$1,514Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Oct 8

Turkish Airlines flights from Detroit to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

Sep 9

DTW8:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 00m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

Oct 8

CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

DTW6:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,283

Turkish Airlines

Aug 31

DTW8:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 40m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 9

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 45m

1 stop

DTW6:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,344

Turkish Airlines

Aug 31

DTW8:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 40m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 9

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 45m

1 stop

DTW6:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,405

Qatar Airways flights from Detroit to South Africa

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Qatar Airways

Sep 20

DTW3:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 20m

2 stops

JNB9:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 26

JNB2:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 47m

2 stops

DTW4:32 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,480

Qatar Airways

Apr 15

DTW1:33 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 27m

2 stops

JNB4:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 21

JNB7:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

33h 59m

2 stops

DTW11:49 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,491

Qatar Airways

Apr 29

DTW6:07 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

48h 48m

2 stops

CPT12:55 pmCape Town Intl

May 11

CPT7:30 pmCape Town Intl

34h 26m

2 stops

DTW11:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,501

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DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/9

6:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops44h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/26

9:50 am-10:20 pm

2 stops42h 30m

$1,259

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/9

8:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/8

4:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,283

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/24

8:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops42h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/28

9:50 am-11:55 pm

2 stops44h 05m

$1,285

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

9:53 am-8:20 am

2 stops40h 27m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

9:50 am-5:19 pm

2 stops37h 29m

$1,286

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/21

8:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/28

4:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,320

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/12

6:10 am-10:30 am

2 stops46h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/26

7:50 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops34h 09m

$1,336

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DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

8:50 pm-10:30 am

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

6:00 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,344

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

8:50 pm-10:30 am

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

6:00 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,405

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/29

6:07 am-12:55 pm

2 stops48h 48m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/11

7:30 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops34h 26m

$1,501

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/9

6:18 am-10:15 am

2 stops45h 57m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/8

1:15 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops39h 26m

$1,514

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,224. The month of October is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around $1,339.

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You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 12m
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The fastest flight from Detroit to South Africa takes 20h 12m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Detroit to South Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to South Africa?
The number of operators available for flights from Detroit to South Africa is 3 as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to South Africa?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to South Africa

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Detroit to South Africa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,044	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,306 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,177	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,581 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,521	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,407 reviews	Search Delta flights

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