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$584+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Michigan

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 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DTW
Apr 18 — Apr 251
Sat 4/18
Sat 4/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Michigan

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 March 19, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/179:45 am
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 4/202:00 pm
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/16$862
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/39:45 am
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/12:00 pm
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/16$867
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/139:45 am
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 5/302:00 pm
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/17$870
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/229:45 am
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 5/42:00 pm
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/16$884
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/89:50 am
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 6/189:10 pm
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/16$890
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/249:45 am
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/292:00 pm
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/16$904
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/127:10 pm
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/168:20 pm
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/14$908
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/291:50 pm
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 5/610:15 am
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/15$922
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/179:45 am
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 4/238:31 am
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops40h 44m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/19$932
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/154:35 pm
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 8/1911:25 am
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop41h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/15$942
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/225:50 pm
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/269:20 pm
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$962
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/129:50 am
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/161:10 pm
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/15$963

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 March 19, 2026.

Round-trip from

$862
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$584
(Travelwings)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,268
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Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Michigan that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/29

2:30 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/6

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$1,015

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/13

8:25 pm-8:14 pm

2 stops30h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/30

7:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops31h 20m

$1,121

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/3

8:05 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop33h 23m

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/10

9:23 am-9:25 pm

2 stops29h 02m

$1,128

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/3

8:05 pm-11:02 am

1 stop20h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/10

8:30 am-9:25 pm

2 stops30h 55m

$1,129

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/3

8:05 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

11:09 am-9:25 pm

2 stops27h 16m

$1,129

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/3

4:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/17

8:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 40m

$1,130

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/13

3:25 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops55h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/4

9:10 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops56h 50m

$1,173

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/7

11:15 pm-6:02 pm

2 stops25h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/24

7:05 am-7:00 pm

2 stops28h 55m

$1,211

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/28

6:25 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/4

11:26 am-9:25 pm

2 stops26h 59m

$1,216

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/8

1:15 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop32h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/11

4:27 pm-11:30 am

2 stops36h 03m

$1,221

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Michigan (average of $883). Flying from South Africa to Michigan in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,008). 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 March 19, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and Air France from South Africa to Michigan to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,296 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,296 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,296 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,547 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,296 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Michigan in 24h 05m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Delta, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from South Africa to Michigan is about 8513 mi. This flight may include one or multiple 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 vacation 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 $883). Flying from South Africa to Michigan in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,008). 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 2 airlines flying from South Africa to Michigan

Discover the top 2 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$970Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$1,040Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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