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Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
R17 305
Typical prices: R16 853-R21 033
Turkish Airlines
Wed 14/11Thu 22/11
CPT - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R11 835
Typical prices: R12 733-R16 743
Turkish Airlines
Mon 22/10
CPT - DTW • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. 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 755 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 19h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Detroit (CPT-DTW)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Detroit

Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 22
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0:55 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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20:05 - 23:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R17 305Turkish Airlines
Wed, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 24
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17:15 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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21:05 - 12:05DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R18 184Turkish Airlines
Tue, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 24
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0:55 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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21:05 - 14:35DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
59h 30m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 913Turkish Airlines
Wed, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 24
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14:00 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
35h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
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21:05 - 14:35DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
59h 30m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 841Turkish 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
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20:05 - 12:05DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R19 974Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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18:55 - 23:16CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
35h 21m2 stops London Heathrow Philadelphia
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16:25 - 12:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
R24 731British Airways
Wed, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 24
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14:00 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
35h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
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17:05 - 6:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 20m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Milan Malpensa Paris Charles de Gaulle
R33 069Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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15:20 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
33h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
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20:05 - 13:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 55m3 stops Istanbul Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R33 964Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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18:10 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
30h 50m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Cairo Istanbul
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16:05 - 7:40DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 35m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Vienna Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R46 280Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Return flights from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport typically range from R16 853 to R21 033. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R17 305 on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

•February and December are the cheapest months to fly from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at R16 576 return.
•September (R24 748) and March (R22 924) 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

R11 835
Beat the crowds with an average 79% 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 00m, covering 21 492 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from R16 853 to R21 033, with an average of R18 745 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 853 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 305 to R46 280. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R12 056, which is 21% 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 R512 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flights from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at R16 642 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R20 223, a difference of R3 580.

    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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average R16 642, about R3 580 less than Wednesday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for February. Fares historically average R16 576 return in that month – typically R8 172 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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