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

JetBlue, American Airlines, and Aeromexico are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to South America

What airlines fly to South America?

Delta, American Airlines and LATAM 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 40% 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 July 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.

$152 Cheap Flights from Detroit to South America in 2026

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6:00 am - 12:35 pm

DTW

CTG

7h 35m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 10:57 pm

CTG

DTW

8h 22m

1 stop

$357American Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

4:30 pm - 12:35 pm

DTW

CTG

21h 05m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 11:08 pm

CTG

DTW

8h 33m

1 stop

$358American Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Sep 2

6:00 am - 11:35 am

DTW

CTG

6h 35m

1 stop

12:35 pm - 9:45 pm

CTG

DTW

8h 10m

1 stop

$368JetBlue

Tue, Aug 18 - Sat, Sep 5

6:00 am - 11:35 am

DTW

CTG

6h 35m

1 stop

12:35 pm - 9:45 pm

CTG

DTW

8h 10m

1 stop

$369JetBlue

Sun, Aug 16 - Thu, Sep 3

5:30 pm - 6:15 am

DTW

BOG

13h 45m

1 stop

11:55 pm - 3:05 pm

BOG

DTW

14h 10m

1 stop

$539Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 12

5:30 pm - 6:15 am

DTW

BOG

13h 45m

1 stop

11:55 pm - 3:05 pm

BOG

DTW

14h 10m

1 stop

$561Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 12

6:00 am - 10:45 am

DTW

GIG

26h 45m

2 stops

6:05 am - 10:55 pm

GIG

DTW

18h 50m

2 stops

$782GOL

Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 11

6:00 am - 12:50 pm

DTW

GIG

28h 50m

2 stops

6:05 am - 10:55 pm

GIG

DTW

18h 50m

2 stops

$874GOL

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

2:00 pm - 2:00 pm

DTW

GIG

23h 00m

2 stops

9:00 pm - 5:40 pm

GIG

DTW

22h 40m

1 stop

$926Air Canada

Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Nov 15

6:20 pm - 6:50 am

DTW

SCL

34h 30m

2 stops

8:25 am - 5:40 pm

SCL

DTW

35h 15m

2 stops

$958Air Canada

Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8

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United Airlines flights from Detroit to South America

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United Airlines

Aug 12

DTW6:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14h 05m

1 stop

BOG7:20 pmBogotá El Dorado

Aug 27

BOG8:30 amBogotá El Dorado

13h 00m

1 stop

DTW10:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$605

United Airlines

Aug 11

DTW2:07 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

15h 47m

2 stops

BOG4:54 amBogotá El Dorado

Aug 18

BOG8:30 amBogotá El Dorado

13h 00m

1 stop

DTW10:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$610

United Airlines

Aug 13

DTW6:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23h 39m

1 stop

BOG4:54 amBogotá El Dorado

Aug 25

BOG8:30 amBogotá El Dorado

13h 00m

1 stop

DTW10:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$616

LATAM Airlines flights from Detroit to South America

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

LATAM Airlines

Aug 24

DTW7:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

18h 55m

1 stop

BOG1:40 pmBogotá El Dorado

Aug 31

BOG8:40 amBogotá El Dorado

31h 06m

1 stop

DTW4:46 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$604

LATAM Airlines

Aug 11

DTW7:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

18h 55m

1 stop

BOG1:40 pmBogotá El Dorado

Aug 26

BOG10:35 amBogotá El Dorado

9h 27m

1 stop

DTW9:02 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$614

LATAM Airlines

Nov 23

DTW6:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 55m

1 stop

BOG2:25 pmBogotá El Dorado

Dec 8

BOG10:35 amBogotá El Dorado

9h 56m

1 stop

DTW8:31 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$678

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DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/9

6:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Wed 9/16

1:35 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$357

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/17

4:30 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Wed 9/2

1:35 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$358

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DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

6:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop6h 35m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sat 9/5

12:35 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$368

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/16

6:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop6h 35m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Thu 9/3

12:35 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$369

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/2

5:30 pm-6:15 am

1 stop13h 45m

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 10/12

11:55 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$539

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/2

5:30 pm-6:15 am

1 stop13h 45m

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 10/12

11:55 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$561

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/3

6:00 am-10:45 am

2 stops26h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 11/11

6:05 am-10:55 pm

2 stops18h 50m

$782

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/4

6:00 am-12:50 pm

2 stops28h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 11/11

6:05 am-10:55 pm

2 stops18h 50m

$874

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/23

2:00 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/15

9:00 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$926

DetroitSantiago

DTW - SCL

DTWSCL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/2

6:20 pm-6:50 am

2 stops34h 30m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 12/8

8:25 am-5:40 pm

2 stops35h 15m

$958

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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, February 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 $616. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to South America from Detroit during January instead. Flights to South America in January, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $699.

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 $836 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 $529 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to South America flight.

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Fastest flight time	6h 31m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Detroit to South America takes 6h 31m

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 July 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
Delta	PriceFrom $229	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,482 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $295	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,842 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $326	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,022 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $676	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,378 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $787	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,965 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
GOL	PriceFrom $868	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,261 reviews	Search GOL flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,078	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,026 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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