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

Spirit Airlines, Copa Airlines, and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to South America

What airlines fly to South America?

Delta, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South America from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South America. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to South America 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 America?

Prices for flights from Detroit to South America refresh daily.

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

As of December 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to South America.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to South America.

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

The required travel and health documents for your South America 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 America. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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8:20 pm - 1:10 pm

DTW

CTG

16h 50m1 stop

2:21 pm - 11:57 pm

CTG

DTW

9h 36m1 stop

$269Spirit Airlines

Sat, Feb 28 - Tue, Mar 3

2:35 pm - 1:10 pm

DTW

CTG

22h 35m2 stops

2:21 pm - 11:57 pm

CTG

DTW

9h 36m1 stop

$279Spirit Airlines

Sat, Feb 28 - Tue, Mar 3

5:15 am - 12:50 pm

DTW

BOG

7h 35m1 stop

1:45 pm - 11:41 pm

BOG

DTW

9h 56m1 stop

$289Spirit Airlines

Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 28

5:30 am - 2:07 pm

DTW

BOG

8h 37m1 stop

3:06 pm - 12:24 pm

BOG

DTW

21h 18m2 stops

$290Spirit Airlines

Wed, Feb 11 - Tue, Feb 17

8:00 am - 12:42 am

DTW

MDE

17h 42m1 stop

2:10 pm - 9:25 am

MDE

DTW

18h 15m1 stop

$290Spirit Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5

9:19 am - 1:10 pm

DTW

CTG

27h 51m1 stop

2:21 pm - 11:57 pm

CTG

DTW

9h 36m1 stop

$293Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 4

9:02 am - 1:10 pm

DTW

CTG

28h 08m1 stop

2:21 pm - 11:57 pm

CTG

DTW

9h 36m1 stop

$305Multiple Airlines

Thu, Feb 26 - Tue, Mar 3

6:15 pm - 4:40 pm

DTW

SDU

20h 25m2 stops

1:45 pm - 5:35 pm

SDU

DTW

28h 50m2 stops

$796Air Canada

Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 12

6:00 pm - 2:10 pm

DTW

SDU

19h 10m2 stops

3:15 pm - 11:59 pm

SDU

DTW

33h 44m2 stops

$844GOL

Fri, Mar 13 - Sat, Apr 4

6:15 pm - 4:40 pm

DTW

SDU

21h 25m2 stops

1:45 pm - 5:35 pm

SDU

DTW

28h 50m2 stops

$976Air Canada

Mon, Mar 9 - Thu, Mar 12

Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to South America

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Detroit to South America flight tickets

Spirit Airlines

Feb 28

DTW8:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

16h 50m

1 stop

CTG1:10 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

Mar 3

CTG2:21 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

9h 36m

1 stop

DTW11:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$269

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Spirit Airlines

Feb 28

DTW2:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 35m

2 stops

CTG1:10 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

Mar 3

CTG2:21 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

9h 36m

1 stop

DTW11:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$279

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Spirit Airlines

Jan 20

DTW5:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 35m

1 stop

BOG12:50 pmBogotá El Dorado

Jan 28

BOG1:45 pmBogotá El Dorado

9h 56m

1 stop

DTW11:41 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$289

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Copa Airlines flights from Detroit to South America

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Copa Airlines

Dec 23

DTW7:49 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 16m

2 stops

BOG12:05 amBogotá El Dorado

Jan 12

BOG4:40 pmBogotá El Dorado

17h 28m

2 stops

DTW10:08 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$887

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Copa Airlines

Dec 21

DTW11:20 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 50m

2 stops

BOG10:10 amBogotá El Dorado

Dec 28

BOG10:00 amBogotá El Dorado

24h 06m

2 stops

DTW10:06 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$904

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Copa Airlines

Dec 29

DTW9:12 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13h 36m

2 stops

MDE10:48 pmMedellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Jan 8

MDE10:46 amMedellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

23h 22m

2 stops

DTW10:08 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$913

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DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/28

8:20 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 3/3

2:21 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$269

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/28

2:35 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 3/3

2:21 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$279

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

5:15 am-12:50 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 1/28

1:45 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$289

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/11

5:30 am-2:07 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 2/17

3:06 pm-12:24 pm

2 stops21h 18m

$290

DetroitMedellín

DTW - MDE

DTWMDE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/28

8:00 am-12:42 am

1 stop17h 42m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Tue 5/5

2:10 pm-9:25 am

1 stop18h 15m

$290

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/2

9:19 am-1:10 pm

1 stop27h 51m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Wed 3/4

2:21 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$293

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/26

9:02 am-1:10 pm

1 stop28h 08m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 3/3

2:21 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$305

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/5

6:15 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops20h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 3/12

1:45 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$796

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/13

6:00 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops19h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 4/4

3:15 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops33h 44m

$844

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

6:15 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 3/12

1:45 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$976

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit to South America

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South America?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to South America. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $524. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to South America from Detroit during August instead. Flights to South America in August, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $624.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit to South America is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $793. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Detroit to South America for around $999.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Detroit to South America flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to South America in the morning for as low as $923. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $954 on average. Flights to South America from Detroit in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South America?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South America from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South America for around $989 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South America from Detroit for as low as $671 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit to South America flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to South America flight.

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Fastest flight time	7h 20m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Detroit to South America takes 7h 20m

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to South America?
Prices for flights from Detroit to South America refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to South America?
As of December 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to South America.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to South America?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to South America.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South America?
The required travel and health documents for your South America 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 America. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to South America

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $104	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,189 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $385	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,054 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $527	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,008 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $585	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,534 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $652	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,893 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $699	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,556 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $923	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,095 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
GOL	PriceFrom $969	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,131 reviews	Search GOL flights

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