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Cheap flights from South Africa to Michigan from R8 854

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DTW
Jan 16 — Jan 231
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 17 December 2025.

Thu 25/1222:00JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 24/18:54ORD - JNB
2 stops25h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12R15 680
Sat 27/1221:55JNB - ORD
1 stop29h 04mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 22/114:50ORD - JNB
1 stop20h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 15/12R15 831
Fri 26/1219:45JNB - ORD
1 stop23h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 23/114:27ORD - JNB
1 stop20h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12R15 948
Wed 24/1219:45JNB - ORD
2 stops44h 02mUnited Airlines
Mon 19/114:00ORD - JNB
2 stops20h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12R16 049
Thu 25/1222:00JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 20/116:05ORD - JNB
1 stop33h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12R16 082
Fri 26/1219:45JNB - ORD
1 stop23h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 27/118:25ORD - JNB
1 stop31h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12R16 283
Sat 27/128:20JNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Thu 22/19:45ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R16 367
Thu 25/1220:15JNB - ORD
2 stops47h 03mAir Canada
Mon 19/115:35ORD - JNB
2 stops58h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 15/12R16 451
Thu 25/1220:15JNB - ORD
2 stops47h 03mAir Canada
Thu 22/118:28ORD - JNB
2 stops52h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 15/12R16 585
Thu 25/1220:15JNB - ORD
2 stops47h 03mAir Canada
Wed 21/112:50ORD - JNB
2 stops36h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 15/12R16 887
Wed 24/1219:45JNB - ORD
1 stop23h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 21/116:15ORD - JNB
1 stop18h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12R16 904
Wed 24/1219:45JNB - ORD
2 stops51h 25mAir Canada
Sat 24/17:15ORD - JNB
2 stops43h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 15/12R16 938

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 17 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 399

One-way from

R10 246

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 900
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 2/2-18/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 55m total
  • South Africa to Michigan
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2/2
  • 2/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 47m total
  • South Africa to Michigan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R35 186 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 788 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 17 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

Tue 24/3

19:10-19:25

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

11:25-10:35

1 stop40h 10m

R14 422

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

17:55-9:40

1 stop22h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/5

11:25-10:35

1 stop40h 10m

R14 422

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

9:50-19:36

2 stops41h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/2

6:04-8:20

2 stops42h 16m

R15 378

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:10-18:25

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

12:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

R15 411

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

21:30-17:15

1 stop26h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 28/1

16:19-19:15

1 stop19h 56m

R15 546

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/5

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R15 579

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

19:50-10:47

1 stop21h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/6

21:35-15:20

2 stops58h 45m

R15 680

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

14:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R15 730

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

14:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/2

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

R15 931

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:35-14:00

2 stops26h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

16:19-7:35

2 stops32h 16m

R16 602

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Deals found on 17/12

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Michigan (average of R14 472). Flying from South Africa to Michigan in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 854). 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 17 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 17 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
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

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
1 430 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

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
675 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

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
1 506 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

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
9 094 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

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
7 582 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

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 Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Virgin Atlantic fly from South Africa to Michigan in about 26h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 01m. 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.

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

    R11 089 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 353 and R16 227, 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 472). Flying from South Africa to Michigan in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 854). 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 17 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 298AverageR14 971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 571AverageR16 957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 807AverageR23 167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR16 256AverageR17 379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 497AverageR20 681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 499AverageR23 003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR16 793AverageR18 467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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