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$580+ Cheap flights from Michigan to South Africa

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 11/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — JNB
Nov 30 — Dec 71
Sun 11/30
Sun 12/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated October 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$925
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$580
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,321
From Michigan to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Michigan to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2025.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/911:50 amORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/237:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/29$925
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/19:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/72:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/30$967
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/59:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/112:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/29$968
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2811:50 amORD - CPT
1 stop40h 00mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/55:15 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/29$969
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2811:50 amORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/57:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/30$969
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 12/111:50 amORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/77:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/30$971
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/2811:50 amORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/147:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/30$976
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/101:35 amJNB - ORD
2 stops48h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$986
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/411:50 amORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/177:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/29$991
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/311:50 amORD - CPT
1 stop40h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 12/85:15 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/30$994
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/2611:50 amORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/127:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/30$994
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/49:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/172:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/31$996

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to South Africa that are best for you.

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

11:50 am-10:50 am

1 stop39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/31

7:10 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$967

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/17

2:30 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$996

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

7:30 am-3:50 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

5:00 pm-5:37 pm

2 stops31h 37m

$1,025

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

8:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/24

2:00 pm-10:05 am

2 stops28h 05m

$1,067

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

12:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop40h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/19

5:15 pm-11:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

$1,073

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

8:20 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

7:05 pm-11:05 am

1 stop23h 00m

$1,073

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/10

7:10 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$1,089

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

8:20 am-7:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

$1,104

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/13

8:20 am-7:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

$1,112

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

11:50 am-10:50 am

1 stop39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/13

7:10 pm-10:05 am

1 stop22h 55m

$1,124

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Michigan to South Africa

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to South Africa (average of $979). Flying from Michigan to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,535). 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 MI to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Michigan to South Africa in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Michigan to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Michigan to South Africa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Michigan to South Africa flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Michigan to South Africa. 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 Michigan to South Africa?

    Airlines like Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and Kenya Airways fly from Michigan to South Africa in about 24h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 40m. The distance from Michigan to South Africa is about 8704 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $660 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $809 and $826, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Michigan to South Africa 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 Michigan to South Africa?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to South Africa (average of $979). Flying from Michigan to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,535). 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 5 airlines flying from Michigan to South Africa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Michigan to South Africa. 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 October 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$952Average$1,705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,024Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,153Average$1,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,462Average$1,945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,482Average$1,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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