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

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to South Africa

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

Prices for flights from Detroit to South Africa refresh daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit 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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to South Africa.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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20:05 - 10:50DTW-JNB

31h 45m1 stop

17:55 - 18:50JNB-DTW

30h 55m1 stop

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Mon, Feb 9 - Tue, Apr 7

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11:20 - 10:55DTW-DUR

40h 35m3 stops

12:25 - 23:57DUR-DTW

42h 32m3 stops

R29 858Qatar Airways

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Turkish Airlines flights from Detroit to South Africa

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Feb 9

DTW20:05Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 7

JNB17:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 55m

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DTW18:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Feb 2

DTW20:05Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 45m

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JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 26

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m

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Jan 14

DTW20:05Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 28

JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 05m

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DTW18:10Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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American Airlines

Feb 15

DTW17:24Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 01m

2 stops

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 25

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 33m

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May 6

DTW15:36Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 24m

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May 10

JNB19:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Jan 14

DTW16:01Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 24m

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Jan 28

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 30m

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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20:05-11:50

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Cape Town Intl

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17:34-8:20

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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17:24-10:25

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DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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19:17-7:00

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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2 stops25h 58m

R21 035

DetroitCape Town

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DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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7:00-10:50

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Cape Town Intl

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12:25-23:57

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Detroit is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around R22 500, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in October, then you should wait until April to fly from Detroit, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R24 748.

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You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to South Africa flight.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Detroit to South Africa refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit 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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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