What airlines fly to South America?

Delta, Spirit Airlines and American 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.

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

Spirit Airlines, Copa Airlines, and American Airlines 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 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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5:15 am - 12:50 pm

DTW

BOG

7h 35m1 stop

1:45 pm - 11:41 pm

BOG

DTW

9h 56m1 stop

$287Spirit Airlines

Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 28

5:30 am - 1:10 pm

DTW

CTG

7h 40m1 stop

2:21 pm - 10:44 pm

CTG

DTW

8h 23m1 stop

$289Spirit Airlines

Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10

3:14 pm - 1:55 pm

DTW

MDE

22h 41m1 stop

2:50 pm - 2:21 pm

MDE

DTW

23h 31m1 stop

$294Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 4

7:14 pm - 1:15 pm

DTW

CTG

18h 01m2 stops

2:21 pm - 1:11 pm

CTG

DTW

22h 50m1 stop

$300Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 26 - Wed, Feb 4

6:36 pm - 12:50 pm

DTW

BOG

18h 14m2 stops

3:06 pm - 12:33 pm

BOG

DTW

21h 27m2 stops

$300Spirit Airlines

Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 18

5:15 am - 12:50 pm

DTW

BOG

7h 35m1 stop

1:45 pm - 11:41 pm

BOG

DTW

9h 56m1 stop

$301Spirit Airlines

Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27

5:56 pm - 4:50 pm

DTW

GIG

21h 54m2 stops

6:05 am - 10:45 pm

GIG

DTW

17h 40m2 stops

$797GOL

Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 16

5:56 pm - 12:35 pm

DTW

SDU

17h 39m2 stops

6:00 am - 10:45 pm

SDU

DTW

17h 45m2 stops

$802GOL

Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 16

6:15 pm - 12:05 pm

DTW

GIG

15h 50m1 stop

9:00 pm - 5:35 pm

GIG

DTW

22h 35m1 stop

$844Air Canada

Thu, Feb 26 - Fri, Mar 6

6:15 pm - 4:40 pm

DTW

SDU

21h 25m2 stops

1:45 pm - 5:33 pm

SDU

DTW

28h 48m2 stops

$866Air Canada

Sun, Mar 29 - Wed, Apr 8

Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to South America

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

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

$287

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Spirit Airlines

Feb 4

DTW6:36 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

18h 14m

2 stops

BOG12:50 pmBogotá El Dorado

Feb 18

BOG3:06 pmBogotá El Dorado

21h 27m

2 stops

DTW12:33 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$300

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Spirit Airlines

Jan 20

DTW5:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 35m

1 stop

BOG12:50 pmBogotá El Dorado

Jan 27

BOG1:45 pmBogotá El Dorado

9h 56m

1 stop

DTW11:41 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$301

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GOL flights from Detroit to South America

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GOL

Mar 21

DTW5:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

18h 50m

2 stops

GRU1:25 pmSao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mar 30

GRU9:55 pmSao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

27h 04m

2 stops

DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$730

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GOL

Mar 21

DTW5:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

18h 50m

2 stops

GRU1:25 pmSao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mar 30

GRU6:00 amSao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

18h 59m

2 stops

DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$752

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GOL

May 9

DTW5:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 54m

2 stops

GIG4:50 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 16

GIG6:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

17h 40m

2 stops

DTW10:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$797

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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

$287

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/3

5:30 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 2/10

2:21 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$289

DetroitMedellín

DTW - MDE

DTWMDE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/1

3:14 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop22h 41m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 2/4

2:50 pm-2:21 pm

1 stop23h 31m

$294

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/26

7:14 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops18h 01m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Wed 2/4

2:21 pm-1:11 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$300

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/4

6:36 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops18h 14m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 2/18

3:06 pm-12:33 pm

2 stops21h 27m

$300

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

5:15 am-12:50 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 1/27

1:45 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$301

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/9

5:56 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops21h 54m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 5/16

6:05 am-10:45 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$797

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/9

5:56 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops17h 39m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 5/16

6:00 am-10:45 pm

2 stops17h 45m

$802

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/26

6:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/6

9:00 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$844

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/29

6:15 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 4/8

1:45 pm-5:33 pm

2 stops28h 48m

$866

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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 10m
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The fastest flight from Detroit to South America takes 7h 10m

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 8,196 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 8,013 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $585	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,551 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $652	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,894 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $699	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,557 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $923	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,106 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
GOL	PriceFrom $969	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,132 reviews	Search GOL flights

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