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

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates 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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20:18 - 15:50

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37h 32m

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1:15 - 23:59

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52h 44m

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R18 180Multiple Airlines

Sat, May 2 - Mon, May 11

20:50 - 10:30

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31h 40m

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18:00 - 18:45

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30h 45m

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R18 596Turkish Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

20:50 - 10:30

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31h 40m

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18:00 - 18:45

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30h 45m

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R19 012Turkish Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

20:50 - 10:30

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31h 40m

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30h 45m

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R19 262Turkish Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

12:33 - 8:50

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14:45 - 23:25

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38h 40m

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R19 295Qatar Airways

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

20:50 - 10:30

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31h 40m

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17:50 - 18:45

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30h 55m

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R19 312Turkish Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5

13:33 - 15:50

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44h 17m

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14:45 - 21:14

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36h 29m

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R19 329Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22

15:10 - 15:20

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42h 10m

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20:55 - 21:06

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30h 11m

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R19 478Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 11

20:50 - 10:30

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31h 40m

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17:50 - 18:45

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30h 55m

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R19 528Turkish Airlines

Sat, May 2 - Tue, May 12

16:00 - 16:20

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42h 20m

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15:20 - 13:55

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28h 35m

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R34 861Lufthansa

Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, Apr 30

Turkish Airlines flights from Detroit to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

Aug 31

DTW20:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 40m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 9

JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 45m

1 stop

DTW18:45Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R18 596

Turkish Airlines

Aug 31

DTW20:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 40m

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JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 9

JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 45m

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DTW18:45Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R19 012

Turkish Airlines

Aug 31

DTW20:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 40m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 9

JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 45m

1 stop

DTW18:45Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R19 262

Qatar Airways flights from Detroit to South Africa

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Qatar Airways

Apr 21

DTW12:33Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 17m

2 stops

JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 28

JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 40m

2 stops

DTW23:25Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R19 295

Qatar Airways

Apr 15

DTW13:33Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

44h 17m

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JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 22

JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 29m

2 stops

DTW21:14Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R19 329

Qatar Airways

Mar 11

DTW10:30Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 25m

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JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 18

JNB20:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 01m

2 stops

DTW0:31Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R19 778

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20:50-10:30

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12:33-8:50

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14:45-21:14

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R19 329

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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15:10-15:20

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2 stops30h 11m

R19 478

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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R19 528

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16:00-16:20

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Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 30/4

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2 stops28h 35m

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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 March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R20 377, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in March, then you should wait until October to fly from Detroit, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R22 292.

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You could potentially save up to 16% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	24h 35m
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The fastest flight from Detroit to South Africa takes 24h 35m

There are no direct flights from Detroit to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Detroit to South Africa.

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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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