What is the cheapest airline that flies from Michigan to South Africa?

Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Michigan to South Africa

What airlines fly to South Africa?

Delta, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Michigan according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from Michigan to South Africa?

The flight from Michigan to South Africa depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Flint (a popular airport in Michigan) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 21h 35m on average. If you fly from Detroit (another popular airport in Michigan) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 24h 05m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Michigan to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Michigan to South Africa were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Michigan to South Africa?

As of July 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Michigan to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan to South Africa?

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 Michigan to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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11:45 pm - 11:50 amORD-CPT

29h 05m1 stop

4:35 pm - 10:00 pmCPT-ORD

36h 25m1 stop

$952Turkish Airlines

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lun., sep. 8 - mar., sep. 16

7:30 am - 3:55 amORD-JNB

36h 25m2 stops

5:00 pm - 5:36 pmJNB-ORD

32h 36m2 stops

$952Kenya Airways

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mié., nov. 5 - mar., nov. 11

7:00 am - 12:25 amORD-JNB

34h 25m2 stops

1:25 am - 5:22 pmJNB-ORD

46h 57m2 stops

$953

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lun., sep. 15 - sáb., oct. 4

6:28 pm - 3:50 pmORD-JNB

38h 22m2 stops

5:00 pm - 12:10 pmJNB-ORD

26h 10m2 stops

$959

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sáb., sep. 13 - dom., sep. 28

10:15 am - 2:35 pmORD-CPT

21h 20m1 stop

1:50 pm - 8:15 amCPT-ORD

25h 25m2 stops

$970Ethiopian Air

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mié., ago. 20 - sáb., sep. 13

10:15 am - 1:05 pmORD-JNB

19h 50m1 stop

8:20 am - 8:15 amJNB-ORD

30h 55m2 stops

$978Ethiopian Air

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lun., sep. 15 - dom., oct. 5

7:20 pm - 9:35 amORD-JNB

31h 15m1 stop

3:10 am - 3:05 pmJNB-ORD

42h 55m2 stops

$1,039Qatar Airways

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mié., sep. 17 - dom., sep. 28

9:45 pm - 12:10 pmORD-CPT

30h 25m1 stop

8:35 pm - 1:50 pmCPT-ORD

25h 15m1 stop

$1,096British Airways

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mié., nov. 12 - mié., nov. 26

9:45 pm - 8:05 amORD-CPT

26h 20m1 stop

10:10 pm - 1:50 pmCPT-ORD

23h 40m1 stop

$1,097British Airways

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vie., nov. 7 - lun., nov. 17

7:56 pm - 3:55 amDTW-JNB

49h 59m2 stops

1:45 pm - 9:43 pmJNB-DTW

38h 58m2 stops

$1,386Qatar Airways

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sáb., nov. 1 - jue., nov. 20

Kenya Airways flights from Michigan to South Africa

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Michigan to South Africa flight tickets

Kenya Airways

Nov 5

ORD7:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

36h 25m

2 stops

JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 11

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 36m

2 stops

ORD5:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$952

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Kenya Airways

Sep 17

ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

44h 55m

2 stops

JNB10:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 30

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 16m

2 stops

ORD12:16 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,016

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Kenya Airways

Nov 17

ORD7:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

24h 20m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 3

JNB1:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

48h 01m

2 stops

ORD5:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,074

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Ethiopian Air flights from Michigan to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Aug 20

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

Sep 13

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

25h 25m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$970

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Ethiopian Air

Sep 15

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 50m

1 stop

JNB1:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 5

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 55m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$978

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Ethiopian Air

Sep 14

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 50m

1 stop

JNB1:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 28

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 45m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$986

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ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/8

11:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop29h 05m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 9/16

4:35 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop36h 25m

$952

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/5

7:30 am-3:55 am

2 stops36h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 11/11

5:00 pm-5:36 pm

2 stops32h 36m

$952

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/15

7:00 am-12:25 am

2 stops34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 10/4

1:25 am-5:22 pm

2 stops46h 57m

$953

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 9/13

6:28 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops38h 22m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 9/28

5:00 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$959

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 8/20

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 9/13

1:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 25m

$970

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/15

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 10/5

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

$978

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 9/17

7:20 pm-9:35 am

1 stop31h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 9/28

3:10 am-3:05 pm

2 stops42h 55m

$1,039

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/12

9:45 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop30h 25m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 11/26

8:35 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 15m

$1,096

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 11/7

9:45 pm-8:05 am

1 stop26h 20m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 11/17

10:10 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$1,097

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 11/1

7:56 pm-3:55 am

2 stops49h 59m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 11/20

1:45 pm-9:43 pm

2 stops38h 58m

$1,386

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Michigan to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Michigan to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,303. The month of March is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Michigan averaging around $1,482.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,580. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to South Africa on Saturday is $2,040.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,377. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around $2,011.

Can stopping save me money on Michigan to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 40% on your flight if you consider stops on a Michigan to South Africa flight.

Cheap Michigan to South Africa flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Michigan to South Africa

Best Price Found	$560
Fastest flight time	18h 00m
Direct flights	None
Airports in South Africa	2 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Michigan in the past 72 hours is $560. The best round-trip flight deal from Michigan to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $952.

The fastest flight from Michigan to South Africa takes 18h 00m

There are no direct flights from Michigan to South Africa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago Midway Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.

There are 2 airports near South Africa: Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Michigan to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Michigan to South Africa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Michigan to South Africa?
As of July 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Michigan to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan to South Africa?
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 Michigan to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Michigan to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,024	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,933 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,177	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,364	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,531	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,383 reviews	Search KLM flights

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