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Cheapest round-trip
$1,054
Typical prices: $1,017-$1,269
Delta
Sat 10/13Tue 10/23
CPT - DTW • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$2,569
Typical prices: $768-$1,010
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/24
CPT - DTW • 2 stops
Nonstop 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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February
Cheapest • 12% price drop
May
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg $991 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 19h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Detroit (CPT-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Detroit

Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 11
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11:15 pm - 5:15 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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9:20 pm - 10:10 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,088Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 11
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11:15 pm - 6:52 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 37m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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9:20 pm - 10:10 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,098Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 11
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7:50 pm - 11:59 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
34h 09m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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7:17 pm - 3:20 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,202United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 11
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2:25 pm - 4:33 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
32h 08m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
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6:00 am - 6:00 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$1,956Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 11
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3:10 pm - 6:50 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
33h 40m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz Istanbul
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1:55 pm - 7:25 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 30m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Milan Malpensa Frankfurt am Main
$2,600Multiple 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 round-trip flight from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport start at $1,054. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,017 to $1,269. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,054 on Delta.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, it 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

  • February and December are the cheapest months to fly from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $1,000 round-trip.
  • September ($1,493) and March ($1,383) 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

$1,054
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 32% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
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 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 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).

  • What 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.

  • 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) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 4% 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    On the Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 18%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $1,004 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,220: a $216 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Greektown Casino, Ford Field and Comerica Park. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 8,298 miles.

  • 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.

  • 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, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,054 to $2,439. 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 $2,929, which is 218% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 58m, compared with 20h 10m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 22h 53m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • 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.

  • What car rental options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Budget
    · Thrifty
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $1,017 to $1,269, with an average of $1,131 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,017 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,004 - about $216 less than Wednesday (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 $1,000 round-trip in that month - typically $493 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

Everything you need to know for your flight from Cape Town to Detroit

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Cape Town (CPT)
Detroit (DTW)