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

Turkish Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Detroit to South Africa

What airlines fly to South Africa?

United Airlines, Delta and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Detroit according to our data. United Airlines 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.

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 January 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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8:05 pm - 10:50 am

DTW

JNB

31h 45m

1 stop

7:05 pm - 6:10 pm

JNB

DTW

30h 05m

1 stop

$1,078Turkish Airlines

Thu, Feb 19 - Wed, Mar 4

8:50 pm - 11:50 am

DTW

CPT

33h 00m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:45 pm

CPT

DTW

32h 10m

1 stop

$1,091Turkish Airlines

Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 27

6:00 am - 3:55 am

DTW

JNB

38h 55m

3 stops

11:00 pm - 11:59 pm

JNB

DTW

31h 59m

3 stops

$1,205Ethiopian Air

Sun, Feb 22 - Thu, Feb 26

6:00 am - 3:55 am

DTW

JNB

38h 55m

3 stops

11:00 pm - 11:59 pm

JNB

DTW

31h 59m

3 stops

$1,214Ethiopian Air

Sun, Feb 22 - Thu, Feb 26

8:50 pm - 2:00 pm

DTW

DUR

35h 10m

2 stops

1:00 pm - 6:45 pm

DUR

DTW

35h 45m

2 stops

$1,372Multiple Airlines

Sun, Apr 12 - Sat, Apr 25

9:05 pm - 2:35 pm

DTW

CPT

35h 30m

2 stops

5:15 pm - 7:10 pm

CPT

DTW

31h 55m

1 stop

$1,384Multiple Airlines

Thu, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 19

8:24 am - 11:30 am

DTW

CPT

45h 06m

2 stops

1:00 pm - 10:04 pm

CPT

DTW

39h 04m

2 stops

$1,516Qatar Airways

Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 27

2:40 pm - 3:05 pm

DTW

CPT

18h 25m

1 stop

8:50 pm - 10:54 am

CPT

DTW

20h 04m

1 stop

$1,555United Airlines

Thu, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 19

7:31 am - 3:05 pm

DTW

CPT

25h 34m

2 stops

8:50 pm - 8:10 pm

CPT

DTW

29h 20m

2 stops

$1,559United Airlines

Thu, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 19

6:00 pm - 10:55 am

DTW

DUR

34h 55m

3 stops

12:25 pm - 9:13 pm

DUR

DTW

38h 48m

3 stops

$1,606Qatar Airways

Thu, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 19

American Airlines flights from Detroit to South Africa

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American Airlines

Mar 15

DTW3:37 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 58m

2 stops

JNB7:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 22

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 14m

2 stops

DTW7:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,239

American Airlines

May 2

DTW4:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 35m

2 stops

JNB9:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 17

JNB9:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 54m

2 stops

DTW7:09 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,240

American Airlines

May 10

DTW1:13 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 47m

2 stops

JNB7:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 10

JNB7:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 50m

2 stops

DTW8:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,243

British Airways flights from Detroit to South Africa

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British Airways

Mar 11

DTW3:37 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

36h 48m

2 stops

JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 28

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 33m

2 stops

DTW11:33 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,250

British Airways

Apr 6

DTW5:29 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 56m

2 stops

JNB9:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 19

JNB9:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 44m

2 stops

DTW4:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,274

British Airways

Mar 18

DTW1:02 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

39h 23m

2 stops

JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 5

JNB9:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 43m

2 stops

DTW5:58 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,397

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DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/19

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/4

7:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$1,078

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/13

8:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/27

4:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,091

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/22

6:00 am-3:55 am

3 stops38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/26

11:00 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops31h 59m

$1,205

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/22

6:00 am-3:55 am

3 stops38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/26

11:00 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops31h 59m

$1,214

DetroitDurban

DTW - DUR

DTWDUR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/12

8:50 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops35h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 4/25

1:00 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,372

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/12

9:05 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/19

5:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,384

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/13

8:24 am-11:30 am

2 stops45h 06m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/27

1:00 pm-10:04 pm

2 stops39h 04m

$1,516

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/12

2:40 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/19

8:50 pm-10:54 am

1 stop20h 04m

$1,555

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/12

7:31 am-3:05 pm

2 stops25h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/19

8:50 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$1,559

DetroitDurban

DTW - DUR

DTWDUR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/12

6:00 pm-10:55 am

3 stops34h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 3/19

12:25 pm-9:13 pm

3 stops38h 48m

$1,606

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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 $1,339. The month of January is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around $1,392.

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You could potentially save up to 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	18h 11m
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The fastest flight from Detroit to South Africa takes 18h 11m

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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 January 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 4,209 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,177	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,209 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,521	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,125 reviews	Search Delta flights

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