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Cheapest return flight
R16 771
Typical prices: R16 286-R20 325
Turkish Airlines
Mon 22/10Mon 29/10
CPT - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R41 855
Typical prices: R12 304-R16 180
Multiple Airlines
Tue 20/11
CPT - DTW • 2 stops
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 191 (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

Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 18:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
32h 15m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:05 - 23:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R16 771Turkish Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Mar 8
Delta Logo
20:50 - 15:11CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:20 - 18:35DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 187Delta
Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Mar 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:20 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 40m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:05 - 14:35DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
58h 30m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 196Turkish Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Mon, Mar 8
KLM Logo
0:30 - 20:14CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
26h 44m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Chicago O'Hare Intl
KLM Logo
14:59 - 22:40DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 41m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
R19 013KLM
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:00 - 18:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
34h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:05 - 23:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R19 510Turkish Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:15 - 18:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:35 - 6:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R22 665Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Mar 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:00 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
35h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:05 - 10:40DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 35m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Vienna Intl Zurich
R30 866Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 - 18:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
41h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:20 - 6:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 05m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main Paris Charles de Gaulle
R32 100Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Mar 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:50 - 17:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
34h 35m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Cairo Amman Queen Alia Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:05 - 7:40DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 35m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Vienna Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R33 589Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:10 - 18:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
33h 40m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Istanbul
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:20 - 6:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 05m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main Paris Charles de Gaulle
R37 594Multiple Airlines
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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 R16 771. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R16 286 to R20 325. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R16 771 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 114 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 018 return.
  • September (R23 915) and March (R22 153) 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

R16 771
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 082 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R19 542 – a R3 460 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 R16 771 to R37 594. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x 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 R46 988, which is 218% 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 R494 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 286 to R20 325, with an average of R18 114 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 286 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 082 – about R3 460 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 018 return in that month – typically R7 897 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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