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Cheapest return flight
R17 538
Typical prices: R17 088-R20 774
Air France
Wed 21/11Wed 28/11
CPT - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R23 538
Typical prices: R13 095-R18 743
Delta
Sun 18/2
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 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
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18:15 - 6:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R17 538Air France
2 days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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8:30 - 13:42CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
36h 12m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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13:34 - 22:40DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 06m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
R18 035Multiple 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
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14:45 - 16:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 25m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R19 975United Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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20:50 - 11:53CPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 03m1 stop Newark
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6:15 - 16:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R19 975United 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 781United 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 887KLM
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
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20:40 - 22:40DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R23 887Multiple 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
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20:55 - 23:20DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R24 301Turkish Airlines
14 hours ago
Fri, Apr 23 - Wed, Apr 28
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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 334Turkish 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 500Turkish Airlines
3+ days 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 R17 088 to R20 774. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R17 538 on Air France.

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 576 return.
•March (R22 925) and August (R22 096) 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

R17 538
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 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 R17 088 to R20 774, with an average of R18 820 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 088 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 538 to R37 794. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R49 043, 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 R506 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 643 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at R21 500, a difference of R4 857.

    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 643, which is about R4 857 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 576 return in that month – typically R6 349 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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