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

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, 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.

R15 432 Cheap Flights from Detroit to South Africa in 2026

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6:05 - 8:20

DTW

JNB

44h 15m

2 stops

9:50 - 19:22

JNB

DTW

40h 32m

2 stops

R21 318Etihad Airways

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Dec 1

17:30 - 8:20

DTW

JNB

56h 50m

2 stops

9:45 - 16:32

JNB

DTW

36h 47m

2 stops

R21 417Etihad Airways

Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Oct 8

12:20 - 8:20

DTW

JNB

38h 00m

2 stops

9:50 - 14:51

JNB

DTW

36h 01m

2 stops

R21 697Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 13

6:05 - 8:20

DTW

JNB

44h 15m

2 stops

9:45 - 23:59

JNB

DTW

44h 14m

2 stops

R22 604Etihad Airways

Sat, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 31

6:05 - 8:20

DTW

JNB

44h 15m

2 stops

9:45 - 23:59

JNB

DTW

44h 14m

2 stops

R22 687Etihad Airways

Sat, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 31

20:05 - 9:40

DTW

JNB

30h 35m

2 stops

13:30 - 18:00

JNB

DTW

35h 30m

2 stops

R22 786Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 26

17:30 - 0:15

DTW

JNB

48h 45m

2 stops

12:10 - 16:32

JNB

DTW

34h 22m

2 stops

R23 330Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 29

20:05 - 9:40

DTW

JNB

30h 35m

2 stops

18:50 - 18:00

JNB

DTW

30h 10m

1 stop

R23 495Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 26

12:56 - 10:35

DTW

DUR

39h 39m

3 stops

19:10 - 19:36

DUR

DTW

30h 26m

3 stops

R26 149Qatar Airways

Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29

6:40 - 10:35

DTW

DUR

45h 55m

2 stops

12:05 - 23:55

DUR

DTW

41h 50m

3 stops

R34 063Qatar Airways

Fri, Aug 14 - Fri, Aug 21

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Etihad Airways flights from Detroit to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Sept 1

DTW6:05Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

44h 15m

2 stops

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 1

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 32m

2 stops

DTW19:22Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R21 318

Etihad Airways

Sept 18

DTW17:30Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

56h 50m

2 stops

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 8

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 47m

2 stops

DTW16:32Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R21 417

Etihad Airways

Aug 22

DTW6:05Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

44h 15m

2 stops

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 31

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

44h 14m

2 stops

DTW23:59Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R22 604

Air Canada flights from Detroit to South Africa

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Air Canada

Jul 31

DTW18:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

56h 30m

2 stops

JNB9:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 9

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 20m

2 stops

DTW21:40Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R35 151

Air Canada

Jul 31

DTW18:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

56h 30m

2 stops

JNB9:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 9

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 20m

2 stops

DTW21:40Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R35 563

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/9

6:05-8:20

2 stops44h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

9:50-19:22

2 stops40h 32m

R21 318

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 18/9

17:30-8:20

2 stops56h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

9:45-16:32

2 stops36h 47m

R21 417

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 30/10

12:20-8:20

2 stops38h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

9:50-14:51

2 stops36h 01m

R21 697

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 22/8

6:05-8:20

2 stops44h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

9:45-23:59

2 stops44h 14m

R22 604

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 22/8

6:05-8:20

2 stops44h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

9:45-23:59

2 stops44h 14m

R22 687

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/1

20:05-9:40

2 stops30h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/1

13:30-18:00

2 stops35h 30m

R22 786

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/9

17:30-0:15

2 stops48h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

12:10-16:32

2 stops34h 22m

R23 330

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DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/1

20:05-9:40

2 stops30h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/1

18:50-18:00

1 stop30h 10m

R23 495

DetroitDurban

DTW - DUR

DTWDUR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 25/9

12:56-10:35

3 stops39h 39m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 29/9

19:10-19:36

3 stops30h 26m

R26 149

DetroitDurban

DTW - DUR

DTWDUR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 14/8

6:40-10:35

2 stops45h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 21/8

12:05-23:55

3 stops41h 50m

R34 063

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

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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 280, 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 236.

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

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	30h 35m
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The fastest flight from Detroit to South Africa takes 30h 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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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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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Detroit to South Africa?

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Can I find flights from Detroit to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to South Africa from Detroit with this policy.

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