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Cheap flights from South Africa to Michigan from R8 898

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DTW
Apr 4 — Apr 111
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 5 March 2026.

Wed 15/48:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/3R13 658
Wed 24/613:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 21/710:15
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/2R13 724
Wed 15/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 22/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/3R14 003
Mon 16/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 1/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/3R14 069
Thu 12/319:10
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop29h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 16/320:55
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/2R14 069
Mon 29/613:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 23/710:15
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/2R14 135
Fri 24/413:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 30/410:15
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/3R14 545
Tue 14/417:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 21/420:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/2R14 578
Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/3R14 594
Wed 24/613:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 19/710:15
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/2R14 676
Wed 1/48:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 8/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/3R14 791
Wed 1/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/3R14 857

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 5 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 658

One-way from

R8 898

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 816
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 15/4-22/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 45m total
  • South Africa to Michigan
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 15/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 55m total
  • South Africa to Michigan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R9 648 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R9 346 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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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 5 March 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 22/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R13 658

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/4

13:50-8:15

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 25/4

10:15-14:35

1 stop21h 20m

R14 923

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

19:05-19:00

1 stop29h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/3

20:55-10:50

1 stop31h 55m

R15 399

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 25/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R15 940

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

20:00-18:51

1 stop28h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/9

6:00-15:20

1 stop27h 20m

R16 581

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

20:05-9:56

1 stop20h 51m

Chicago Midway

Thu 30/4

10:41-17:50

1 stop24h 09m

R16 581

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

20:25-18:34

2 stops29h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/4

20:30-8:45

2 stops29h 15m

R16 613

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

22:00-10:00

2 stops43h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

14:32-19:40

1 stop22h 08m

R16 646

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

20:25-18:52

2 stops29h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/4

15:30-8:45

2 stops34h 15m

R16 646

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

20:25-22:02

2 stops31h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 23/6

19:50-8:45

2 stops30h 55m

R16 646

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Michigan

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Michigan (average of R14 496). Flying from South Africa to Michigan in January is currently the most expensive (average of R16 548). 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.

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 5 March 2026.
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
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,7
Good
1 465 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
680 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Air France
7,4
Good
1 542 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 389 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 243 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 28h 51m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 04m. There are 13354 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.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Michigan (average of R14 496). Flying from South Africa to Michigan in January is currently the most expensive (average of R16 548). 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 6 airlines flying from South Africa to Michigan

Discover the top 6 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 5 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 175AverageR15 741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 243AverageR16 092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 676AverageR23 174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 151AverageR22 518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 233AverageR17 060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 484AverageR18 593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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