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 38% 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?

Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar 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 May 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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5:30 pm - 8:20 am

DTW

JNB

56h 50m

2 stops

9:50 am - 4:32 pm

JNB

DTW

60h 42m

2 stops

$1,290Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 26

6:00 am - 4:00 am

DTW

JNB

40h 00m

2 stops

12:40 pm - 11:55 pm

JNB

DTW

41h 15m

2 stops

$1,300Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

10:23 am - 8:20 am

DTW

JNB

39h 57m

2 stops

9:50 am - 10:54 pm

JNB

DTW

43h 04m

2 stops

$1,315Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

6:00 am - 8:20 am

DTW

JNB

44h 20m

2 stops

9:50 am - 9:35 pm

JNB

DTW

41h 45m

2 stops

$1,321Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 31

6:00 am - 8:20 am

DTW

JNB

44h 20m

2 stops

9:50 am - 11:58 pm

JNB

DTW

44h 08m

2 stops

$1,322Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 31

10:23 am - 9:00 am

DTW

JNB

40h 37m

2 stops

12:40 pm - 4:32 pm

JNB

DTW

33h 52m

2 stops

$1,356Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

10:23 am - 4:00 am

DTW

JNB

35h 37m

2 stops

12:40 pm - 11:55 pm

JNB

DTW

41h 15m

2 stops

$1,362Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

8:50 pm - 1:15 pm

DTW

DUR

34h 25m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 6:45 pm

DUR

DTW

34h 00m

2 stops

$1,512Turkish Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 13

8:50 pm - 1:15 pm

DTW

DUR

34h 25m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 6:45 pm

DUR

DTW

34h 00m

2 stops

$1,561Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 14

4:00 pm - 11:30 am

DTW

HDS

37h 30m

2 stops

2:30 pm - 1:55 pm

HDS

DTW

29h 25m

2 stops

$2,748Lufthansa

Sat, Aug 1 - Mon, Aug 31

Ethiopian Air flights from Detroit to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Oct 1

DTW5:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 25m

2 stops

CPT2:10 pmCape Town Intl

Oct 14

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

29h 10m

3 stops

DTW1:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,589

Ethiopian Air

Oct 1

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 10m

2 stops

CPT2:10 pmCape Town Intl

Oct 14

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

29h 10m

3 stops

DTW1:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,608

Ethiopian Air

May 11

DTW7:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

36h 25m

2 stops

CPT2:10 pmCape Town Intl

May 18

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

39h 54m

3 stops

DTW11:44 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,617

Qatar Airways flights from Detroit to South Africa

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Qatar Airways

Sep 14

DTW3:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

36h 35m

2 stops

CPT10:15 amCape Town Intl

Sep 29

CPT7:30 pmCape Town Intl

31h 36m

2 stops

DTW9:06 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,402

Qatar Airways

Oct 1

DTW1:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 24m

2 stops

CPT10:15 amCape Town Intl

Oct 14

CPT7:30 pmCape Town Intl

33h 24m

2 stops

DTW10:54 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,421

Qatar Airways

Oct 4

DTW1:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 24m

2 stops

CPT10:15 amCape Town Intl

Oct 17

CPT7:30 pmCape Town Intl

31h 34m

2 stops

DTW9:04 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,461

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DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/9

5:30 pm-8:20 am

2 stops56h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/26

9:50 am-4:32 pm

2 stops60h 42m

$1,290

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

6:00 am-4:00 am

2 stops40h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

12:40 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops41h 15m

$1,300

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

10:23 am-8:20 am

2 stops39h 57m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

9:50 am-10:54 pm

2 stops43h 04m

$1,315

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/22

6:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops44h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/31

9:50 am-9:35 pm

2 stops41h 45m

$1,321

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/22

6:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops44h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/31

9:50 am-11:58 pm

2 stops44h 08m

$1,322

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

10:23 am-9:00 am

2 stops40h 37m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

12:40 pm-4:32 pm

2 stops33h 52m

$1,356

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

10:23 am-4:00 am

2 stops35h 37m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

12:40 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops41h 15m

$1,362

DetroitDurban

DTW - DUR

DTWDUR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

8:50 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 9/13

2:45 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops34h 00m

$1,512

DetroitDurban

DTW - DUR

DTWDUR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/2

8:50 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/14

2:45 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops34h 00m

$1,561

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DetroitHoedspruit

DTW - HDS

DTWHDS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/1

4:00 pm-11:30 am

2 stops37h 30m

Hoedspruit

Mon 8/31

2:30 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops29h 25m

$2,748

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, June 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 $94. The month of March is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around $132.

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You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	26h 10m
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The fastest flight from Detroit to South Africa takes 26h 10m

There are no direct flights from Detroit to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Detroit to South Africa.

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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 May 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 7.4 4,357 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,177	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,695 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,521	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,452 reviews	Search Delta flights

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