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 44% 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.

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

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

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 April 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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5:42 pm - 12:26 pm

DTW

CTG

19h 44m

1 stop

1:31 pm - 11:53 pm

CTG

DTW

9h 22m

1 stop

$367Spirit Airlines

Sun, May 10 - Thu, May 14

6:00 am - 12:26 pm

DTW

CTG

7h 26m

1 stop

1:31 pm - 7:52 am

CTG

DTW

17h 21m

2 stops

$368Spirit Airlines

Mon, May 11 - Fri, May 15

5:42 pm - 12:26 pm

DTW

CTG

19h 44m

1 stop

1:31 pm - 7:52 am

CTG

DTW

17h 21m

2 stops

$373Multiple Airlines

Sun, May 10 - Thu, May 14

6:00 am - 12:26 pm

DTW

CTG

7h 26m

1 stop

1:31 pm - 11:53 pm

CTG

DTW

9h 22m

1 stop

$374Spirit Airlines

Mon, May 11 - Fri, May 15

8:12 pm - 9:27 pm

DTW

CTG

26h 15m

2 stops

1:31 pm - 7:52 am

CTG

DTW

17h 21m

2 stops

$409Multiple Airlines

Mon, May 11 - Fri, May 15

6:57 pm - 11:00 pm

DTW

GIG

27h 03m

2 stops

11:05 pm - 11:56 pm

GIG

DTW

25h 51m

2 stops

$746GOL

Tue, Jun 16 - Wed, Jun 24

6:57 pm - 12:25 pm

DTW

SDU

40h 28m

2 stops

6:05 am - 11:56 pm

SDU

DTW

18h 51m

2 stops

$756GOL

Thu, Jun 4 - Thu, Jun 11

10:05 am - 2:30 pm

DTW

EZE

27h 25m

2 stops

4:35 pm - 9:29 pm

EZE

DTW

29h 54m

2 stops

$976Air Canada

Tue, Oct 6 - Mon, Oct 19

10:05 am - 2:30 pm

DTW

EZE

51h 25m

3 stops

4:35 pm - 9:29 pm

EZE

DTW

29h 54m

2 stops

$979Air Canada

Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 23

2:55 pm - 2:30 pm

DTW

EZE

22h 35m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 9:29 pm

EZE

DTW

29h 54m

2 stops

$1,023Azul

Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 21

Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to South America

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Spirit Airlines

May 10

DTW5:42 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

19h 44m

1 stop

CTG12:26 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

May 14

CTG1:31 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

9h 22m

1 stop

DTW11:53 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$367

Spirit Airlines

May 11

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 26m

1 stop

CTG12:26 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

May 15

CTG1:31 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

17h 21m

2 stops

DTW7:52 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$368

Spirit Airlines

May 11

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 26m

1 stop

CTG12:26 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

May 15

CTG1:31 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

9h 22m

1 stop

DTW11:53 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$374

Air Canada flights from Detroit to South America

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Air Canada

May 3

DTW6:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

10h 15m

1 stop

BOG4:05 amBogotá El Dorado

May 18

BOG9:00 amBogotá El Dorado

24h 08m

1 stop

DTW10:08 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$605

Air Canada

May 3

DTW10:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

18h 50m

2 stops

BOG4:05 amBogotá El Dorado

May 18

BOG9:00 amBogotá El Dorado

28h 13m

1 stop

DTW2:13 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$608

Air Canada

Apr 24

DTW6:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

10h 50m

1 stop

BOG4:05 amBogotá El Dorado

May 9

BOG9:00 amBogotá El Dorado

11h 25m

1 stop

DTW9:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$622

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DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/10

5:42 pm-12:26 pm

1 stop19h 44m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Thu 5/14

1:31 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$367

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/11

6:00 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 5/15

1:31 pm-7:52 am

2 stops17h 21m

$368

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/10

5:42 pm-12:26 pm

1 stop19h 44m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Thu 5/14

1:31 pm-7:52 am

2 stops17h 21m

$373

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DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/11

6:00 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 5/15

1:31 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$374

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/11

8:12 pm-9:27 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 5/15

1:31 pm-7:52 am

2 stops17h 21m

$409

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/16

6:57 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops27h 03m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/24

11:05 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops25h 51m

$746

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/4

6:57 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops40h 28m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 6/11

6:05 am-11:56 pm

2 stops18h 51m

$756

DetroitBuenos Aires

DTW - EZE

DTWEZE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/6

10:05 am-2:30 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Mon 10/19

4:35 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops29h 54m

$976

DetroitBuenos Aires

DTW - EZE

DTWEZE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/14

10:05 am-2:30 pm

3 stops51h 25m

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Wed 9/23

4:35 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops29h 54m

$979

DetroitBuenos Aires

DTW - EZE

DTWEZE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/15

2:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Mon 9/21

4:35 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops29h 54m

$1,023

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South America?

In general, March 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 $436. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to South America from Detroit during September instead. Flights to South America in September, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $524.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit 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 $840 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 $454 on momondo.

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

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

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Fastest flight time	7h 26m
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The fastest flight from Detroit to South America takes 7h 26m

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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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to South America

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 April 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 $271	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,633 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $417	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,659 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $563	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,438 reviews	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $650	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,580 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $730	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,911 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $773	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,957 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,078	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,635 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Detroit to South America flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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