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Cheap flights from South Africa to Michigan from R9 978

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DTW
Jan 22 — Jan 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Michigan

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Michigan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Michigan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 December 2025.

Fri 26/1222:00JNB - ORD
2 stops31h 31mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/114:27ORD - JNB
1 stop20h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/12R15 594
Fri 26/1221:55JNB - MDW
1 stop32h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/117:31MDW - JNB
2 stops31h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12R16 563
Sun 28/1222:00JNB - DTW
1 stop21h 11mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/15:30DTW - JNB
2 stops30h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/12R16 764
Wed 24/1221:55JNB - ORD
2 stops46h 59mDelta
Mon 29/1218:30ORD - JNB
2 stops40h 30mDelta
Deal found 21/12R16 898
Fri 26/1221:55JNB - ORD
1 stop31h 19mDelta
Wed 14/116:25ORD - JNB
1 stop21h 40mDelta
Deal found 22/12R17 065
Thu 25/1222:00JNB - ORD
1 stop28h 45mBritish Airways
Tue 30/1220:20ORD - JNB
2 stops30h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 21/12R18 235
Sun 28/1222:00JNB - DTW
1 stop21h 11mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/114:19DTW - JNB
2 stops21h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/12R18 602
Sun 28/1219:35JNB - ORD
1 stop26h 15mBritish Airways
Tue 30/1220:20ORD - JNB
2 stops30h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 21/12R18 619
Thu 25/1222:00JNB - ORD
1 stop28h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 29/1216:41ORD - JNB
2 stops30h 54mBritish Airways
Deal found 21/12R18 953
Sat 27/1219:35JNB - ORD
1 stop27h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 29/1218:30ORD - JNB
1 stop29h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 21/12R19 338
Mon 29/1223:59JNB - DTW
1 stop22h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/116:15DTW - JNB
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/12R20 608
Sun 28/1221:55JNB - DTW
1 stop29h 35mDelta
Fri 2/120:43DTW - JNB
1 stop39h 17mDelta
Deal found 21/12R20 675

Find flight deals from South Africa to Michigan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Michigan flight deals. Data was last updated 23 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 391

One-way from

R9 978

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 836
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 16/4-11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 71h 30m total
  • South Africa to Michigan
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 19/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 50m total
  • South Africa to Michigan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R34 840 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 744 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Michigan that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Michigan that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Michigan

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/2

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

R15 260

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

19:10-18:10

1 stop30h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 26/1

20:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

R15 327

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:05-10:05

1 stop23h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/2

20:20-10:50

1 stop30h 30m

R15 577

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

22:00-17:06

2 stops27h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/2

13:02-18:35

2 stops21h 33m

R15 594

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

20:50-10:53

1 stop22h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/2

8:50-16:10

1 stop23h 20m

R15 594

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

21:30-18:49

1 stop29h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/2

9:48-19:15

1 stop25h 27m

R15 744

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

21:30-18:52

1 stop28h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 13/2

20:20-19:15

1 stop39h 55m

R15 811

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

19:45-12:10

1 stop23h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 29/3

13:00-18:30

2 stops22h 30m

R15 878

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

22:00-19:15

2 stops29h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/2

16:30-10:25

2 stops33h 55m

R16 497

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

21:30-22:22

1 stop32h 52m

Chicago Midway

Thu 12/2

10:49-22:50

2 stops28h 01m

R16 563

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Michigan

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Michigan from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Michigan

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Michigan?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Michigan (average of R14 424). Flying from South Africa to Michigan in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 797). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to MI?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Michigan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Michigan in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Michigan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Michigan. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Michigan. Reviews last updated 23 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andAir France from South Africa to Michigan. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
677 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air France
7,4
Good
1 513 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 105 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 605 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Michigan. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Michigan?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines, and United Airlines fly from South Africa to Michigan in about 27h 06m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 14m. There are 14008 km between South Africa and Michigan. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Michigan one-way?

    R11 052 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Virgin Atlantic, with prices starting from R11 315 and R16 173, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Michigan that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Michigan flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Michigan?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Michigan.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Michigan?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Michigan by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Michigan?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Michigan (average of R14 424). Flying from South Africa to Michigan in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 797). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Michigan

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Michigan. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 250AverageR14 921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 519AverageR16 887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 754AverageR23 103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR16 201AverageR17 532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 442AverageR20 612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 444AverageR22 926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR16 737AverageR18 406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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