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Cheapest return flight
R16 594
Typical prices: R17 175-R20 879
Turkish Airlines
Fri 26/10Thu 1/11
CPT - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R11 895
Typical prices: R13 161-R18 837
Turkish Airlines
Mon 22/10
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 840 (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

Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 1
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 19:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 45m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:05 - 23:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R16 594Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 1
Delta Logo
20:50 - 14:52CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 02m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Newark
Delta Logo
8:55 - 18:35DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 40m2 stops New York LaGuardia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 077Delta
Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 1
Delta Logo
20:50 - 19:57CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
29h 07m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
Delta Logo
16:25 - 18:35DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 077Delta
Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 22
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 05m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:05 - 23:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R17 393Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:25 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
30h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:05 - 12:05DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R20 076Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 23:59CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
40h 09m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:45 - 14:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 25m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R23 158Ethiopian Air
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 16:27CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 37m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
19:09 - 18:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 51m1 stop Newark
R25 174United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 16:27CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 37m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
18:26 - 18:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 34m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
R25 174United Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
KLM Logo
23:00 - 18:53CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 53m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
KLM Logo
22:30 - 21:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R156 906KLM
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 21
KLM Logo
18:25 - 17:19CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
28h 54m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
21:20 - 5:50DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 30m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
R196 325KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Detroit flights

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Detroit typically range from R17 175 to R20 879. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R16 594 on Turkish 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 916 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?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Detroit. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

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 660 return.
•March (R23 041) and August (R22 208) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% 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

R11 895
Beat the crowds with an average 77% drop in traveller numbers.
One-way flight 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • 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.

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Detroit takes 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.

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

    Return flights from Cape Town to Detroit range from R17 175 to R20 879, with an average of R18 916 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 175 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Detroit are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R12 118, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 R514 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • 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 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) – 57% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Cape Town to Detroit. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at R16 727 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at R21 608, a difference of R4 881.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 24m 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.

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 and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average R16 727, about R4 881 less than Monday fares (23% 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 660 return in that month – typically R6 381 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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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