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.

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

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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10:59 pm - 10:35 pm

DTW

LIM

23h 36m

2 stops

11:30 pm - 5:09 pm

LIM

DTW

17h 39m

2 stops

$212Spirit Airlines

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25

6:09 am - 10:35 pm

DTW

LIM

16h 26m

2 stops

11:30 pm - 5:09 pm

LIM

DTW

17h 39m

2 stops

$222Spirit Airlines

Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18

5:15 am - 12:50 pm

DTW

BOG

7h 35m

1 stop

3:06 pm - 9:15 am

BOG

DTW

18h 09m

1 stop

$234Spirit Airlines

Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18

10:08 pm - 9:40 pm

DTW

MDE

23h 32m

2 stops

10:45 pm - 10:08 pm

MDE

DTW

23h 23m

3 stops

$387Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 2

2:47 pm - 9:00 am

DTW

MDE

18h 13m

1 stop

11:50 pm - 10:12 pm

MDE

DTW

22h 22m

1 stop

$392Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 2

5:35 pm - 10:45 am

DTW

VCP

16h 10m

2 stops

6:00 pm - 11:59 pm

VCP

DTW

30h 59m

2 stops

$671GOL

Sat, Mar 21 - Mon, Mar 30

5:35 pm - 1:25 pm

DTW

GRU

18h 50m

2 stops

5:50 am - 11:59 pm

GRU

DTW

19h 09m

2 stops

$672GOL

Sat, Mar 21 - Mon, Mar 30

6:15 pm - 8:10 pm

DTW

GIG

23h 55m

2 stops

8:00 pm - 5:35 pm

GIG

DTW

22h 35m

1 stop

$779Air Canada

Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 8

7:45 pm - 4:00 pm

DTW

AEP

19h 15m

2 stops

6:20 pm - 11:07 am

AEP

DTW

17h 47m

2 stops

$1,279LATAM Airlines

Fri, Apr 17 - Tue, Apr 28

2:01 pm - 10:30 am

DTW

AEP

18h 29m

2 stops

8:25 pm - 3:12 pm

AEP

DTW

19h 47m

2 stops

$1,360LATAM Airlines

Fri, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 15

Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to South America

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Spirit Airlines

Feb 18

DTW10:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23h 36m

2 stops

LIM10:35 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Feb 25

LIM11:30 pmLima J Chavez Intl

17h 39m

2 stops

DTW5:09 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$212

Spirit Airlines

Feb 11

DTW6:09 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

16h 26m

2 stops

LIM10:35 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Feb 18

LIM11:30 pmLima J Chavez Intl

17h 39m

2 stops

DTW5:09 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$222

Spirit Airlines

Feb 11

DTW5:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 35m

1 stop

BOG12:50 pmBogotá El Dorado

Feb 18

BOG3:06 pmBogotá El Dorado

18h 09m

1 stop

DTW9:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$234

United Airlines flights from Detroit to South America

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

United Airlines

Jan 23

DTW11:31 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11h 34m

1 stop

BOG11:05 pmBogotá El Dorado

Jan 26

BOG1:30 amBogotá El Dorado

12h 24m

1 stop

DTW1:54 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,017

United Airlines

Feb 26

DTW7:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

18h 57m

2 stops

SDU4:40 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mar 5

SDU1:45 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

22h 02m

2 stops

DTW9:47 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,270

United Airlines

Jan 26

DTW7:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

12h 35m

1 stop

GRU10:20 amSao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Jan 29

GRU10:15 pmSao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

17h 39m

1 stop

DTW1:54 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,662

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DetroitLima

DTW - LIM

DTWLIM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/18

10:59 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops23h 36m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 2/25

11:30 pm-5:09 pm

2 stops17h 39m

$212

DetroitLima

DTW - LIM

DTWLIM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/11

6:09 am-10:35 pm

2 stops16h 26m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 2/18

11:30 pm-5:09 pm

2 stops17h 39m

$222

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/11

5:15 am-12:50 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 2/18

3:06 pm-9:15 am

1 stop18h 09m

$234

DetroitMedellín

DTW - MDE

DTWMDE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/30

10:08 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops23h 32m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 2/2

10:45 pm-10:08 pm

3 stops23h 23m

$387

DetroitMedellín

DTW - MDE

DTWMDE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/30

2:47 pm-9:00 am

1 stop18h 13m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 2/2

11:50 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop22h 22m

$392

DetroitSao Paulo

DTW - VCP

DTWVCP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/21

5:35 pm-10:45 am

2 stops16h 10m

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Mon 3/30

6:00 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops30h 59m

$671

DetroitSao Paulo

DTW - GRU

DTWGRU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/21

5:35 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops18h 50m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 3/30

5:50 am-11:59 pm

2 stops19h 09m

$672

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

6:15 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/8

8:00 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$779

DetroitBuenos Aires

DTW - AEP

DTWAEP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/17

7:45 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops19h 15m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Tue 4/28

6:20 pm-11:07 am

2 stops17h 47m

$1,279

DetroitBuenos Aires

DTW - AEP

DTWAEP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/6

2:01 pm-10:30 am

2 stops18h 29m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Sun 3/15

8:25 pm-3:12 pm

2 stops19h 47m

$1,360

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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 $984 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 $769 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to South America flight.

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Fastest flight time	6h 44m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Detroit to South America takes 6h 44m

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 8,311 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $385	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,120 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $527	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,040 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $585	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,619 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $652	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,904 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $699	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,559 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $923	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,156 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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