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 41% 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?

JetBlue, Air Canada, and GOL 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 June 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.

$117 Cheap Flights from Detroit to South America in 2026

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6:00 am - 11:35 am

DTW

CTG

6h 35m

1 stop

12:35 pm - 9:45 pm

CTG

DTW

8h 10m

1 stop

$286JetBlue

Sun, Aug 16 - Thu, Aug 27

6:00 am - 12:32 pm

DTW

CTG

7h 32m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 10:59 pm

CTG

DTW

8h 24m

1 stop

$295American Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

7:37 pm - 12:35 pm

DTW

CTG

17h 58m

2 stops

1:35 pm - 10:57 pm

CTG

DTW

8h 22m

1 stop

$300American Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Fri, Sep 18

10:18 am - 9:25 pm

DTW

MDE

12h 07m

1 stop

9:50 pm - 12:55 pm

MDE

DTW

14h 05m

2 stops

$415Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26

10:18 am - 9:25 pm

DTW

MDE

12h 07m

1 stop

1:00 pm - 12:55 pm

MDE

DTW

22h 55m

1 stop

$433Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26

6:20 pm - 10:45 am

DTW

LIM

16h 25m

2 stops

8:00 am - 5:40 pm

LIM

DTW

33h 40m

2 stops

$582Air Canada

Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 30

6:20 pm - 3:15 am

DTW

LIM

32h 55m

2 stops

8:00 am - 5:40 pm

LIM

DTW

33h 40m

2 stops

$585Air Canada

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 30

12:20 pm - 7:15 pm

DTW

BOG

7h 55m

1 stop

11:00 am - 9:56 pm

BOG

DTW

9h 56m

1 stop

$605LATAM Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15

9:25 am - 8:10 pm

DTW

BOG

11h 45m

2 stops

2:55 pm - 12:54 am

BOG

DTW

8h 59m

1 stop

$610Delta

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15

7:50 pm - 9:55 pm

DTW

LIM

26h 05m

2 stops

12:15 am - 11:04 am

LIM

DTW

10h 49m

1 stop

$699LATAM Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14

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Air Canada flights from Detroit to South America

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Air Canada

Nov 15

DTW6:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

16h 25m

2 stops

LIM10:45 amLima J Chavez Intl

Nov 30

LIM8:00 amLima J Chavez Intl

33h 40m

2 stops

DTW5:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$582

Air Canada

Nov 19

DTW6:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 55m

2 stops

LIM3:15 amLima J Chavez Intl

Nov 30

LIM8:00 amLima J Chavez Intl

33h 40m

2 stops

DTW5:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$585

Air Canada

Nov 23

DTW3:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13h 25m

1 stop

BOG5:20 amBogotá El Dorado

Nov 27

BOG9:00 amBogotá El Dorado

30h 12m

1 stop

DTW3:12 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$617

LATAM Airlines flights from Detroit to South America

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LATAM Airlines

Sep 1

DTW12:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 55m

1 stop

BOG7:15 pmBogotá El Dorado

Sep 15

BOG11:00 amBogotá El Dorado

9h 56m

1 stop

DTW9:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$605

LATAM Airlines

Aug 5

DTW7:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

18h 55m

1 stop

BOG1:40 pmBogotá El Dorado

Aug 12

BOG2:55 pmBogotá El Dorado

18h 15m

1 stop

DTW10:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$614

LATAM Airlines

Jul 2

DTW7:25 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 50m

1 stop

CTG1:15 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

Jul 6

CTG5:25 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

29h 17m

2 stops

DTW11:42 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,050

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DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/16

6:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop6h 35m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Thu 8/27

12:35 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$286

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/1

6:00 am-12:32 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 9/8

1:35 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$295

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/10

7:37 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops17h 58m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 9/18

1:35 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$300

DetroitMedellín

DTW - MDE

DTWMDE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/19

10:18 am-9:25 pm

1 stop12h 07m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 8/26

9:50 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops14h 05m

$415

DetroitMedellín

DTW - MDE

DTWMDE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/19

10:18 am-9:25 pm

1 stop12h 07m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 8/26

1:00 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$433

DetroitLima

DTW - LIM

DTWLIM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/15

6:20 pm-10:45 am

2 stops16h 25m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 11/30

8:00 am-5:40 pm

2 stops33h 40m

$582

DetroitLima

DTW - LIM

DTWLIM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/19

6:20 pm-3:15 am

2 stops32h 55m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 11/30

8:00 am-5:40 pm

2 stops33h 40m

$585

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/1

12:20 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 9/15

11:00 am-9:56 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$605

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/1

9:25 am-8:10 pm

2 stops11h 45m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 9/15

2:55 pm-12:54 am

1 stop8h 59m

$610

DetroitLima

DTW - LIM

DTWLIM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/11

7:50 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 11/14

12:15 am-11:04 am

1 stop10h 49m

$699

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South America?

In general, October 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 $105. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to South America from Detroit during November instead. Flights to South America in November, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $159.

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 $818 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 $417 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	6h 30m
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The fastest flight from Detroit to South America takes 6h 30m

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 June 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 $235	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,452 reviews	Search Delta flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $421	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,013 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $452	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,778 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $650	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,569 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $681	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,267 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $730	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,941 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,119	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,895 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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Can I find flights from Detroit to South America with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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

How can momondo help me find flights from Detroit to South America?

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