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 35% 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, Turkish Airlines, and Etihad Airways 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 March 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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8:50 pm - 10:30 am

DTW

JNB

31h 40m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 6:45 pm

JNB

DTW

30h 45m

1 stop

$1,116Turkish 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

$1,149Turkish 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

$1,157Turkish Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

8:50 pm - 10:30 am

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JNB

31h 40m

1 stop

5:50 pm - 6:45 pm

JNB

DTW

30h 55m

1 stop

$1,185Turkish Airlines

Mon, Apr 27 - Tue, May 19

3:10 pm - 8:20 am

DTW

JNB

35h 10m

2 stops

9:50 am - 10:54 pm

JNB

DTW

43h 04m

2 stops

$1,187Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

1:02 pm - 8:20 am

DTW

JNB

37h 18m

2 stops

9:50 am - 9:06 pm

JNB

DTW

41h 16m

2 stops

$1,188Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

12:33 pm - 4:10 pm

DTW

JNB

45h 37m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 11:25 pm

JNB

DTW

38h 40m

2 stops

$1,214Qatar Airways

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5

1:33 pm - 8:50 am

DTW

JNB

37h 17m

2 stops

8:40 pm - 11:25 pm

JNB

DTW

32h 45m

2 stops

$1,229Qatar Airways

Sat, May 2 - Tue, May 12

7:30 am - 8:15 am

DTW

JNB

42h 45m

2 stops

9:45 am - 10:55 pm

JNB

DTW

43h 10m

2 stops

$1,252Etihad Airways

Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 31

6:00 am - 8:15 am

DTW

JNB

44h 15m

2 stops

9:45 am - 10:55 pm

JNB

DTW

43h 10m

2 stops

$1,284Etihad Airways

Mon, May 11 - Sat, May 30

Turkish Airlines flights from Detroit to South Africa

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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

$1,116

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

$1,149

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

$1,157

Etihad Airways flights from Detroit to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

May 13

DTW7:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

42h 45m

2 stops

JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 31

JNB9:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

43h 10m

2 stops

DTW10:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,252

Etihad Airways

May 11

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

44h 15m

2 stops

JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 30

JNB9:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

43h 10m

2 stops

DTW10:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,284

Etihad Airways

May 14

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

44h 15m

2 stops

JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 1

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

43h 05m

2 stops

DTW10:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,312

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Mon 8/31

8:50 pm-10:30 am

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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6:00 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,116

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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

$1,149

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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

$1,157

DetroitJohannesburg

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DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/27

8:50 pm-10:30 am

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/19

5:50 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop30h 55m

$1,185

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

3:10 pm-8:20 am

2 stops35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

9:50 am-10:54 pm

2 stops43h 04m

$1,187

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

1:02 pm-8:20 am

2 stops37h 18m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

9:50 am-9:06 pm

2 stops41h 16m

$1,188

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/28

12:33 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops45h 37m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

2:45 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops38h 40m

$1,214

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/2

1:33 pm-8:50 am

2 stops37h 17m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

8:40 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$1,229

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/13

7:30 am-8:15 am

2 stops42h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/31

9:45 am-10:55 pm

2 stops43h 10m

$1,252

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/11

6:00 am-8:15 am

2 stops44h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/30

9:45 am-10:55 pm

2 stops43h 10m

$1,284

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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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Fastest flight time	27h 35m
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The fastest flight from Detroit to South Africa takes 27h 35m

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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 March 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

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,044	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,258 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,177	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,434 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,521	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,289 reviews	Search Delta flights

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