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Cheapest round-trip
$1,081
Typical prices: $1,480-$2,158
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Fri 10/12Thu 10/25
DTW - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$908
Typical prices: $898-$1,582
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Sat 11/17
DTW - CPT • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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March
Cheapest • 30% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,352 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 19h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Cape Town (DTW-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Cape Town

Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25
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6:30 am - 2:10 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 6:37 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
34h 47m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,081Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 22 - Thu, Apr 8
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4:46 pm - 10:30 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
59h 44m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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1:15 pm - 3:48 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
56h 33m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$1,408Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Tue, Mar 2
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4:46 pm - 10:30 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
58h 44m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 pm - 3:48 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
58h 13m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$1,408Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 26
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8:05 pm - 12:05 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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5:15 pm - 6:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 45m1 stop Istanbul
$1,431Turkish Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 19
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8:05 pm - 12:05 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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5:15 pm - 6:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 45m1 stop Istanbul
$1,431Turkish Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 19
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8:05 pm - 12:05 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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5:15 pm - 6:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 45m1 stop Istanbul
$1,431Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25
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2:48 pm - 3:20 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 32m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 2:19 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 29m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,434United Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25
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10:19 am - 3:20 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 01m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 6:28 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 38m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
$1,434United Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 13
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10:30 pm - 5:50 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:05 pm - 6:39 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
28h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,477Delta
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 13
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10:15 am - 9:25 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:05 pm - 11:30 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,481Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town at $1,136 round-trip.
•June ($2,664) and May ($2,332) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 134% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$908
Beat the crowds with an average 61% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 103% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Detroit to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

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

    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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town range from $1,480 to $2,158, with an average of $1,634 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,480 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town 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 $1,081 to $7,083. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,054, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,521 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $2,096, a difference of $575.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 20m, compared with 19h 25m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 19h 42m via Newark (EWR).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 6 hours ahead of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Sea Point Pavilion and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,521, about $575 less than Tuesday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town trip for March. Fares historically average $1,136 round-trip in that month - typically $1,528 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
    • Mbalentle

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