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 31% 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, Air Canada, and United 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 November 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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9:20 am - 2:07 pmDTW-BOG

28h 47m1 stop

3:06 pm - 11:59 pmBOG-DTW

8h 53m1 stop

$310Spirit Airlines

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Fri, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 9

7:00 am - 12:50 pmDTW-BOG

29h 50m1 stop

3:06 pm - 10:05 amBOG-DTW

18h 59m1 stop

$313Spirit Airlines

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Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 28

7:00 am - 12:50 pmDTW-BOG

29h 50m1 stop

1:45 pm - 11:41 pmBOG-DTW

9h 56m1 stop

$317Spirit Airlines

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Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 28

6:36 pm - 12:50 pmDTW-BOG

18h 14m2 stops

3:06 pm - 1:06 pmBOG-DTW

22h 00m2 stops

$321Spirit Airlines

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Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 28

6:36 pm - 12:50 pmDTW-BOG

18h 14m2 stops

3:06 pm - 1:06 pmBOG-DTW

22h 00m2 stops

$322Spirit Airlines

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Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 28

6:36 pm - 12:50 pmDTW-BOG

18h 14m2 stops

1:45 pm - 11:41 pmBOG-DTW

9h 56m1 stop

$323Spirit Airlines

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Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 28

11:50 am - 12:50 pmDTW-BOG

25h 00m1 stop

1:45 pm - 11:41 pmBOG-DTW

9h 56m1 stop

$331Multiple Airlines

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Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 28

5:56 pm - 12:50 pmDTW-GIG

17h 54m2 stops

6:05 am - 10:40 pmGIG-DTW

17h 35m2 stops

$707GOL

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Fri, May 8 - Sat, May 23

5:56 pm - 10:45 amDTW-GIG

15h 49m2 stops

6:05 am - 10:40 pmGIG-DTW

17h 35m2 stops

$755GOL

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Thu, May 7 - Sat, May 23

12:15 pm - 11:00 amDTW-CGH

20h 45m2 stops

6:30 am - 10:45 pmCGH-DTW

17h 15m2 stops

$961GOL

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Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to South America

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

Spirit Airlines

Feb 6

DTW9:20 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 47m

1 stop

BOG2:07 pmBogotá El Dorado

Feb 9

BOG3:06 pmBogotá El Dorado

8h 53m

1 stop

DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$310

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Spirit Airlines

Jan 20

DTW7:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 50m

1 stop

BOG12:50 pmBogotá El Dorado

Jan 28

BOG3:06 pmBogotá El Dorado

18h 59m

1 stop

DTW10:05 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$313

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Spirit Airlines

Jan 20

DTW5:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

18h 59m

1 stop

BOG12:50 pmBogotá El Dorado

Jan 28

BOG1:45 pmBogotá El Dorado

9h 56m

1 stop

DTW11:41 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$317

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Copa Airlines

Dec 1

DTW9:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 55m

2 stops

BOG10:10 amBogotá El Dorado

Dec 6

BOG6:08 pmBogotá El Dorado

15h 54m

2 stops

DTW10:02 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$544

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Copa Airlines

Feb 28

DTW7:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 17m

2 stops

GIG8:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 4

GIG10:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25h 54m

2 stops

DTW10:04 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$833

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Copa Airlines

Nov 28

DTW9:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

20h 45m

2 stops

GIG8:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Dec 4

GIG1:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

34h 32m

2 stops

DTW10:02 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$885

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DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/6

9:20 am-2:07 pm

1 stop28h 47m

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 2/9

3:06 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$310

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

7:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 1/28

3:06 pm-10:05 am

1 stop18h 59m

$313

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

7:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 1/28

1:45 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$317

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

6:36 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops18h 14m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 1/28

3:06 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$321

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

6:36 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops18h 14m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 1/28

3:06 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$322

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

6:36 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops18h 14m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 1/28

1:45 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$323

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

11:50 am-12:50 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 1/28

1:45 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$331

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/8

5:56 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops17h 54m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 5/23

6:05 am-10:40 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$707

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/7

5:56 pm-10:45 am

2 stops15h 49m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 5/23

6:05 am-10:40 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$755

DetroitSao Paulo

DTW - CGH

DTWCGH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/10

12:15 pm-11:00 am

2 stops20h 45m

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Tue 4/7

6:30 am-10:45 pm

2 stops17h 15m

$961

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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 $622.

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 $979 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 $658 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 16% 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 November 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 8,158 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $385	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,038 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $527	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,998 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $550	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,046 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $585	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,476 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $652	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,886 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $699	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,569 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights

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