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

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines 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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20:50 - 11:50

DTW

CPT

33h 00m

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16:35 - 18:45

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32h 10m

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R16 609Turkish Airlines

Wed, Apr 8 - Thu, Apr 30

20:50 - 11:50

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33h 00m

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16:35 - 18:45

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32h 10m

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R17 509Turkish Airlines

Wed, Apr 8 - Thu, Apr 30

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32h 45m

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17:15 - 19:10

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R17 557Turkish Airlines

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32h 45m

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R17 782Turkish Airlines

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18:00 - 10:55

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11:15 - 19:10

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37h 55m

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R24 567Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 24

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12:25 - 17:58

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35h 33m

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R25 484Qatar Airways

Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 24

20:05 - 13:30

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R27 381Multiple Airlines

Fri, Feb 13 - Mon, Feb 16

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R28 185Qatar Airways

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37h 55m

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R29 262Lufthansa

Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 24

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11:15 - 13:55

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32h 40m

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R115 553Lufthansa

Thu, Apr 2 - Thu, Apr 16

American Airlines flights from Detroit to South Africa

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American Airlines

Mar 16

DTW17:29Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 56m

2 stops

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 24

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 33m

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DTW23:33Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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May 11

DTW19:49Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 36m

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JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 20

JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 18m

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DTW21:33Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R19 985

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Feb 28

DTW17:23Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 12m

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JNB7:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 7

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 31m

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DTW23:31Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R20 371

Ethiopian Air flights from Detroit to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 4

DTW14:40Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

30h 15m

3 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 10

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 29m

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DTW18:59Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R19 888

Ethiopian Air

Feb 22

DTW6:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 55m

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JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 26

JNB23:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 59m

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DTW23:59Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R20 548

Ethiopian Air

Feb 22

DTW6:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 55m

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JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 26

JNB23:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 59m

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DTW23:59Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R20 789

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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 R21 528, 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 January to fly from Detroit, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R22 381.

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You could potentially save up to 53% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	22h 40m
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The fastest flight from Detroit to South Africa takes 22h 40m

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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