What airlines fly to South Africa?

Delta, Turkish Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 39% 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 November 2025.

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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8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,027Turkish Airlines

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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9

9:00 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 50m1 stop

4:40 pm - 6:50 pmCPT-DTW

32h 10m1 stop

$1,114Turkish Airlines

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Fri, Apr 10 - Tue, Apr 14

5:03 pm - 10:25 amDTW-JNB

34h 22m2 stops

10:00 pm - 10:30 pmJNB-DTW

31h 30m2 stops

$1,235American Airlines

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Fri, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 20

8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

3:20 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

33h 50m2 stops

$1,271Multiple Airlines

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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9

4:03 pm - 8:05 amDTW-CPT

33h 02m2 stops

6:55 pm - 7:26 pmCPT-DTW

31h 31m2 stops

$1,295American Airlines

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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9

10:28 am - 8:20 amDTW-JNB

38h 52m3 stops

7:10 pm - 6:10 pmJNB-DTW

30h 00m1 stop

$1,295Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Dec 3 - Tue, Jan 13

5:12 pm - 10:00 amDTW-JNB

34h 48m2 stops

8:40 pm - 10:45 pmJNB-DTW

32h 05m2 stops

$1,482Qatar Airways

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Sat, Apr 4 - Sun, Apr 19

5:43 pm - 10:55 amDTW-DUR

34h 12m3 stops

12:25 pm - 10:51 pmDUR-DTW

40h 26m3 stops

$1,537Qatar Airways

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Sat, Feb 28 - Sun, Mar 8

6:00 pm - 6:40 amDTW-JNB

30h 40m2 stops

7:00 pm - 1:50 pmJNB-DTW

24h 50m1 stop

$1,683Lufthansa

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Sat, Apr 4 - Sun, Apr 19

4:15 pm - 1:55 pmDTW-DUR

38h 40m2 stops

3:20 pm - 2:55 pmDUR-DTW

29h 35m2 stops

$1,811Lufthansa

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Sun, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 9

American Airlines flights from Detroit to South Africa

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American Airlines

Jan 16

DTW5:03 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 22m

2 stops

JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 20

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 30m

2 stops

DTW10:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,235

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American Airlines

Dec 2

DTW4:03 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 02m

2 stops

CPT8:05 amCape Town Intl

Dec 9

CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl

31h 31m

2 stops

DTW7:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,295

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American Airlines

Apr 5

DTW7:22 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 38m

2 stops

JNB7:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 19

JNB9:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 46m

2 stops

DTW9:01 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,335

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Qatar Airways flights from Detroit to South Africa

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Qatar Airways

Apr 4

DTW5:12 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 48m

2 stops

JNB10:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 19

JNB8:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 05m

2 stops

DTW10:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,482

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Qatar Airways

Feb 28

DTW5:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 12m

3 stops

DUR10:55 amDurban King Shaka Intl

Mar 8

DUR12:25 pmDurban King Shaka Intl

40h 26m

3 stops

DTW10:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,537

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Qatar Airways

Mar 1

DTW1:08 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 47m

3 stops

DUR10:55 amDurban King Shaka Intl

Mar 9

DUR12:25 pmDurban King Shaka Intl

34h 28m

3 stops

DTW4:53 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,602

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DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/2

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/9

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,027

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/10

9:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/14

4:40 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,114

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

5:03 pm-10:25 am

2 stops34h 22m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/20

10:00 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops31h 30m

$1,235

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/2

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/9

3:20 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$1,271

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/2

4:03 pm-8:05 am

2 stops33h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/9

6:55 pm-7:26 pm

2 stops31h 31m

$1,295

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/3

10:28 am-8:20 am

3 stops38h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/13

7:10 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$1,295

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/4

5:12 pm-10:00 am

2 stops34h 48m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/19

8:40 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,482

DetroitDurban

DTW - DUR

DTWDUR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/28

5:43 pm-10:55 am

3 stops34h 12m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 3/8

12:25 pm-10:51 pm

3 stops40h 26m

$1,537

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/4

6:00 pm-6:40 am

2 stops30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/19

7:00 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$1,683

DetroitDurban

DTW - DUR

DTWDUR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/1

4:15 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops38h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 3/9

3:20 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops29h 35m

$1,811

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, October 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 $1,321. The month of March is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around $1,365.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,580. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to South Africa on Saturday is $2,040.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,377. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around $2,011.

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You could potentially save up to 33% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to South Africa flight.

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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 November 2025.
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 $1,039	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,040 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,177	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,997 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,521	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,001 reviews	Search Delta flights

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