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

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

What airlines fly to South America?

Spirit Airlines, Delta and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South America from Detroit according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South America. Keep in mind that there are 7 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 January 2026, 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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6:00 am - 10:35 pm

DTW

LIM

16h 35m2 stops

11:33 pm - 1:30 pm

LIM

DTW

13h 57m2 stops

$271Spirit Airlines

mar, feb 3 - mar, feb 10

5:30 am - 10:35 pm

DTW

LIM

17h 05m1 stop

11:33 pm - 1:30 pm

LIM

DTW

13h 57m2 stops

$283Spirit Airlines

mar, feb 3 - mar, feb 10

5:30 am - 10:35 pm

DTW

LIM

17h 05m1 stop

11:33 pm - 10:05 am

LIM

DTW

10h 32m1 stop

$298Spirit Airlines

mar, feb 3 - mar, feb 10

2:35 pm - 1:10 pm

DTW

CTG

22h 35m2 stops

2:21 pm - 11:59 pm

CTG

DTW

9h 38m1 stop

$300Spirit Airlines

gio, feb 26 - mer, mar 4

12:36 pm - 10:15 pm

DTW

MDE

9h 39m1 stop

11:30 am - 9:39 pm

MDE

DTW

10h 09m1 stop

$362Multiple Airlines

dom, feb 22 - sab, feb 28

10:54 am - 2:07 pm

DTW

BOG

27h 13m1 stop

3:06 pm - 1:30 pm

BOG

DTW

22h 24m2 stops

$363Multiple Airlines

gio, gen 29 - gio, feb 5

6:15 pm - 12:05 pm

DTW

GIG

15h 50m1 stop

9:00 pm - 5:35 pm

GIG

DTW

22h 35m1 stop

$728Air Canada

gio, gen 22 - mer, feb 4

6:15 pm - 2:30 pm

DTW

SDU

18h 15m2 stops

11:20 am - 5:35 pm

SDU

DTW

32h 15m2 stops

$744Air Canada

gio, gen 22 - mer, feb 4

12:15 pm - 10:45 am

DTW

SDU

20h 30m2 stops

8:25 pm - 11:57 pm

SDU

DTW

29h 32m2 stops

$776GOL

mer, gen 14 - lun, gen 26

6:00 pm - 7:35 pm

DTW

SDU

24h 35m2 stops

6:00 am - 11:59 pm

SDU

DTW

18h 59m2 stops

$882GOL

ven, mar 13 - sab, apr 4

Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to South America

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Spirit Airlines

Feb 3

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

16h 35m

2 stops

LIM10:35 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Feb 10

LIM11:33 pmLima J Chavez Intl

13h 57m

2 stops

DTW1:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$271

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Spirit Airlines

Feb 3

DTW5:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

17h 05m

1 stop

LIM10:35 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Feb 10

LIM11:33 pmLima J Chavez Intl

13h 57m

2 stops

DTW1:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$283

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Spirit Airlines

Feb 3

DTW5:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

17h 05m

1 stop

LIM10:35 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Feb 10

LIM11:33 pmLima J Chavez Intl

10h 32m

1 stop

DTW10:05 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$298

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Air Canada flights from Detroit to South America

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Air Canada

Jan 11

DTW6:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 30m

2 stops

CTG3:45 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

Jan 19

CTG4:45 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

24h 50m

2 stops

DTW5:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$697

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Air Canada

Jan 11

DTW6:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 30m

2 stops

CTG3:45 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

Jan 19

CTG4:45 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

24h 50m

2 stops

DTW5:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$706

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Air Canada

Jan 22

DTW6:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

15h 50m

1 stop

GIG12:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Feb 4

GIG9:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 35m

1 stop

DTW5:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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DetroitLima

DTW - LIM

DTWLIM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar 2/3

6:00 am-10:35 pm

2 stops16h 35m

Lima J Chavez Intl

mar 2/10

11:33 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops13h 57m

$271

DetroitLima

DTW - LIM

DTWLIM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar 2/3

5:30 am-10:35 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Lima J Chavez Intl

mar 2/10

11:33 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops13h 57m

$283

DetroitLima

DTW - LIM

DTWLIM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar 2/3

5:30 am-10:35 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Lima J Chavez Intl

mar 2/10

11:33 pm-10:05 am

1 stop10h 32m

$298

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

gio 2/26

2:35 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

mer 3/4

2:21 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$300

DetroitMedellín

DTW - MDE

DTWMDE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom 2/22

12:36 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

sab 2/28

11:30 am-9:39 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$362

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

gio 1/29

10:54 am-2:07 pm

1 stop27h 13m

Bogotá El Dorado

gio 2/5

3:06 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops22h 24m

$363

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

gio 1/22

6:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mer 2/4

9:00 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$728

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

gio 1/22

6:15 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops18h 15m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

mer 2/4

11:20 am-5:35 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$744

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mer 1/14

12:15 pm-10:45 am

2 stops20h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

lun 1/26

8:25 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops29h 32m

$776

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven 3/13

6:00 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

sab 4/4

6:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops18h 59m

$882

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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.

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 25m
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The fastest flight from Detroit to South America takes 7h 25m

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 January 2026, 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 8,257 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $385	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,075 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $527	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,023 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $585	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,574 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $652	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,899 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $699	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,566 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $923	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,129 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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