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

Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air 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.

R12 774 Cheap Flights from Detroit to South Africa in 2026

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8:10 - 8:20

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JNB

41h 10m

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9:50 - 15:50

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37h 00m

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R21 069Etihad Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 13

6:00 - 8:15

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44h 15m

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9:45 - 22:26

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42h 41m

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R21 350Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Oct 5

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37h 00m

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R21 730Etihad Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 5

17:30 - 8:15

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56h 45m

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9:45 - 23:56

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44h 11m

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R21 830Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 30

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9:50 - 15:50

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37h 00m

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R22 044Etihad Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 13

12:20 - 8:20

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37h 00m

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9:50 - 23:56

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45h 06m

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R22 144Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 30

6:00 - 15:50

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27h 50m

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17:00 - 16:32

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29h 32m

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R22 276Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 11

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27h 50m

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17:00 - 15:50

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28h 50m

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R22 524Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 26

6:00 - 15:50

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27h 50m

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17:00 - 16:32

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29h 32m

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R23 119Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Oct 11

6:00 - 15:50

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27h 50m

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17:00 - 16:32

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29h 32m

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R23 135Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Mon, Oct 12

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Etihad Airways flights from Detroit to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Oct 20

DTW17:30Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 50m

2 stops

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 17

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 00m

2 stops

DTW15:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R20 970

Etihad Airways

Nov 2

DTW8:10Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

41h 10m

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 13

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 00m

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DTW15:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R21 069

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Sept 10

DTW6:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

44h 15m

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JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 5

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 41m

2 stops

DTW22:26Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R21 350

Qatar Airways flights from Detroit to South Africa

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Sept 28

DTW10:21Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 39m

2 stops

JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 14

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 11m

2 stops

DTW20:06Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R23 185

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Aug 31

DTW13:01Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 59m

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JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 9

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 29m

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DTW23:34Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R23 201

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Aug 26

DTW16:08Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 02m

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JNB9:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 2

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 38m

2 stops

DTW21:33Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R23 631

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17:30-8:15

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R21 830

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12:20-8:20

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R22 144

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17:00-16:32

2 stops29h 32m

R22 276

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/10

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Mon 26/10

17:00-15:50

2 stops28h 50m

R22 524

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 27/9

6:00-15:50

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

17:00-16:32

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R23 119

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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6:00-15:50

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Mon 12/10

17:00-16:32

2 stops29h 32m

R23 135

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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 R23 333, 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 April to fly from Detroit, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R24 292.

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You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	25h 20m
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The fastest flight from Detroit to South Africa takes 25h 20m

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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Frequently asked questions about flying 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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Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to South Africa from Detroit with this policy.

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