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Cheapest return flight
R17 603
Typical prices: R16 557-R20 663
United Airlines
Wed 31/10Wed 7/11
CPT - DTW • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R10 894
Typical prices: R12 509-R16 449
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/12
CPT - DTW • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Detroit. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 12% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg R16 460 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 19h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Detroit (CPT-DTT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Detroit

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 23:22CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
32h 32m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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14:45 - 16:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 25m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 603United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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20:50 - 0:44CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
33h 54m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
14:45 - 16:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 25m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 603United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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20:50 - 19:56CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
29h 06m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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7:26 - 16:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 44m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 603United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 4
Delta Logo
0:30 - 8:27CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
37h 57m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:20 - 18:35DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R18 125Delta
Wed, Dec 16 - Fri, Jan 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 45m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:05 - 14:35DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
59h 30m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 271Turkish Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 19:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 45m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:05 - 12:05DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R18 564Turkish Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
0:30 - 20:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Chicago O'Hare Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:15 - 6:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
R19 020Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Fri, Jan 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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20:05 - 12:05DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R19 020Turkish Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 6
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 13:28CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
29h 38m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:13 - 14:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 57m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R21 088Ethiopian Air
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
Air France Logo
8:30 - 14:42CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
36h 12m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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21:25 - 6:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R21 674Air France
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Detroit flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Detroit with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Detroit?

Return flights from Cape Town to Detroit start at R17 603. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R16 557 to R20 663. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R17 603 on United Airlines.

What is the cheapest Cape Town to Detroit flight route?

There's little price difference between Cape Town to Detroit routes. They average around R18 416 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Detroit?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Detroit and is 12% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Detroit?

•February and December are the cheapest months to fly from Cape Town to Detroit at R16 284 return.
•September (R24 313) and March (R22 521) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Cape Town to Detroit flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

R10 894
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 32% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (15% more expensive on average)
Flights from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Detroit

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Detroit based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Detroit flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Detroit?

    Flights from Cape Town to Detroit usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Detroit?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Detroit.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Detroit pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Detroit most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 53% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 5% of one-stop connections

    Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Detroit?

    On the Cape Town to Detroit route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 18%. Saturday is the cheapest day at R16 350 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R19 867 – a R3 517 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Detroit?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Detroit takes 0h 00m, covering 21 462 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Detroit?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Detroit changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R17 603 to R44 098. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Detroit looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Detroit are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R31 795, which is 112% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Detroit?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 45m, compared to 19h 53m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 22h 49m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Detroit?

    Detroit is 6 hours behind Cape Town (Eastern Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R503 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Detroit flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Detroit range from R16 557 to R20 663, with an average of R18 416 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 557 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Detroit flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average R16 350 – about R3 517 less than Wednesday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Detroit trip for February. Fares historically average R16 284 return in that month – typically R8 028 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
    - The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport

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