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Cheapest return flight
R17 586
Typical prices: R17 135-R20 831
Air France
Wed 21/11Wed 28/11
CPT - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R23 603
Typical prices: R13 131-R18 794
Delta
Sun 18/2
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 801 (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, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
Air France Logo
8:30 - 13:42CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
36h 12m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
18:15 - 6:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R17 586Air France
2 days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 - 13:42CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
36h 12m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:34 - 22:40DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 06m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
R18 085Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 11:53CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 03m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
6:15 - 16:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R20 029United Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 23:44CPT  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
R20 029United Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 15:27CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 37m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:15 - 16:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R21 841United Airlines
2 days ago
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Dec 9
KLM Logo
18:25 - 15:29CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
28h 04m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
20:40 - 5:45DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R23 952KLM
3+ days ago
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Dec 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 - 13:42CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
36h 12m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:40 - 22:40DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R23 952Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Apr 23 - Wed, Apr 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:15 - 18:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 35m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:55 - 23:20DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R24 368Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Fri, Apr 23 - Wed, Apr 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:15 - 18:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 35m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:55 - 23:20DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R24 401Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Apr 23 - Wed, Apr 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:15 - 18:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 35m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:55 - 23:20DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R24 567Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
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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 135 to R20 831. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R17 586 on Air France.

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 872 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 622 return.
•March (R22 988) and August (R22 157) 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

R17 586
Beat the crowds with an average 87% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 157% increase in travellers.
Round-trip 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 135 to R20 831, with an average of R18 872 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 135 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 586 to R37 898. 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 R49 177, which is 202% above 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 R508 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 688 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at R21 559, a difference of R4 870.

    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 688, which is about R4 870 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 622 return in that month – typically R6 366 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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