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Cheapest return flight
R18 145
Typical prices: R16 912-R20 560
United Airlines
Mon 12/11Fri 7/12
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 583 (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

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Dec 7
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 11:02CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 12m1 stop Newark
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14:40 - 16:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 30m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R18 145United Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Dec 7
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20:50 - 11:53CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 03m1 stop Newark
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14:40 - 16:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 30m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R18 145United Airlines
1 day ago
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Dec 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:10 - 17:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
53h 30m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:16 - 7:40DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R20 163Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Dec 7
Delta Logo
0:30 - 21:18CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 48m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl
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12:45 - 18:35DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 50m2 stops Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R20 770Delta
1 day ago
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Dec 7
Delta Logo
0:30 - 22:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
28h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Boston Logan Intl
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6:25 - 18:35DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R21 016Delta
1 day ago
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Dec 8
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19:10 - 14:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
26h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:16 - 7:40DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R21 492Lufthansa
1 day ago
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Dec 10
KLM Logo
0:30 - 15:29CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 59m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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14:55 - 22:40DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 45m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
R24 133KLM
1 day ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Dec 10
KLM Logo
0:30 - 15:29CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 59m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
14:55 - 22:40DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 45m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
R24 133KLM
1 day ago
Fri, Nov 13 - Thu, Dec 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:00 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
35h 00m2 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
R35 929Turkish Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Dec 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:00 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
35h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:05 - 12:05DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R38 603Turkish Airlines
1 day ago
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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 912 to R20 560. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R18 145 on United 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 Monday is the most expensive, with prices 14% 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 406 return.
•March (R22 689) and August (R21 869) 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

R18 145
Beat the crowds with an average 87% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 157% increase in traveller numbers.
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 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 912 to R20 560, with an average of R18 627 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 912 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 R18 145 to R43 622. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 R501 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) – 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at R16 471 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at R21 278, a difference of R4 807.

    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 24m 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average R16 471, about R4 807 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for February. Fares historically average R16 406 return in that month – typically R6 283 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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