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$134+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to South America

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 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — BOG
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to South America

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Round-trip from

$278
(Expedia)

One-way from

$134
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,018
From Detroit (DTT) to South America
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to South America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to South America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:29 pmDTW - MDE
1 stop6h 52mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/66:59 pmMDE - DTW
1 stop15h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$278
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/276:43 amDTW - MDE
1 stop7h 28mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/302:22 pmMDE - DTW
1 stop18h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$283
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/79:20 pmDTW - CTG
2 stops15h 48mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/112:16 pmCTG - DTW
2 stops17h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/17$303
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/19:05 pmDTW - CTG
2 stops17h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/82:16 pmCTG - DTW
1 stop10h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/17$308
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/155:15 pmDTW - CTG
2 stops19h 53mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/202:16 pmCTG - DTW
1 stop10h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$312
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/79:20 pmDTW - CTG
2 stops15h 48mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/122:16 pmCTG - DTW
2 stops17h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$316
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/246:29 pmDTW - BOG
2 stops18h 31mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/83:05 pmBOG - DTW
1 stop9h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$317
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/116:29 pmDTW - MDE
1 stop6h 52mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/231:16 amMDE - DTW
1 stop7h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$322
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/306:29 pmDTW - MDE
1 stop30h 52mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/66:59 pmMDE - DTW
2 stops37h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$326
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/116:11 amDTW - BOG
1 stop7h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/153:05 pmBOG - DTW
1 stop18h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$327
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Sat 10/116:43 amDTW - MDE
1 stop7h 28mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/232:22 pmMDE - DTW
1 stop8h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$328
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/96:11 amDTW - MDE
1 stop8h 05mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/163:11 pmMDE - DTW
1 stop18h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$329

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

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Detroit

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South America

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/7

9:20 pm-1:08 pm

2 stops15h 48m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 11/11

2:16 pm-8:00 am

2 stops17h 44m

$305

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/7

9:20 pm-1:08 pm

2 stops15h 48m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Wed 11/12

2:16 pm-12:25 am

1 stop10h 09m

$305

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

9:05 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops17h 20m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sat 11/8

2:16 pm-12:25 am

1 stop10h 09m

$308

DetroitMedellín

DTW - MDE

DTWMDE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/27

3:05 pm-12:21 am

2 stops10h 16m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 10/29

1:16 am-9:54 am

1 stop7h 38m

$310

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/15

5:15 pm-1:08 pm

2 stops19h 53m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Thu 11/20

2:16 pm-12:25 am

1 stop10h 09m

$312

DetroitMedellín

DTW - MDE

DTWMDE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/11

6:43 am-1:11 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 10/24

2:22 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$322

DetroitMedellín

DTW - MDE

DTWMDE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/30

6:29 pm-12:21 am

1 stop30h 52m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 11/6

6:59 pm-8:00 am

2 stops37h 01m

$326

DetroitMedellín

DTW - MDE

DTWMDE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/11

6:43 am-1:11 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 10/23

2:22 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$328

DetroitBogotá

DTW - BOG

DTWBOG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/31

6:29 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops18h 31m

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 11/7

3:05 pm-10:00 am

1 stop18h 55m

$336

DetroitCartagena

DTW - CTG

DTWCTG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/30

6:43 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Thu 11/6

2:16 pm-8:00 am

2 stops17h 44m

$342

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to South America

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to South America?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to South America (average of $359). Flying from Detroit to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $664). 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 DTT to SA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to South America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Detroit to South America as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing South America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South America. 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 South America. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to South America, such as Delta, LATAM Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to South America?

    If you book a flight to South America from Detroit, you will be flying from All airports, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit All airports (DTT) is located 0.6 mi from the center of Detroit.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to South America?

    Departing from Detroit to South America will take you 15h 48m. The distance between Detroit and South America is about 2245 mi.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit to South America?

    Most travelers choose Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Lima J Chavez Intl, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl when deciding on the best route from Detroit to South America.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to South America that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to South America?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to South America?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to South America 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 Detroit to South America?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to South America (average of $359). Flying from Detroit to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $664). 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 Detroit to South America

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to South America. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$104Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$417Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$527Average$1,165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$550Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$583Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$585Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$652Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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