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$881+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Cape Town (CPT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — CPT
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,659
(oojo)

One-way from

$881
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,934
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/19:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop32h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/205:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,303
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:00 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops31h 40mLufthansa
Thu 11/203:20 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops29h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 4/17$1,598
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/68:30 pmDTW - CPT
3 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/81:05 pmCPT - DTW
3 stops45h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,733
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/169:26 amDTW - CPT
2 stops25h 34mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/256:25 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops23h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,912
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/179:25 amDTW - CPT
1 stop26h 50mDelta
Tue 12/309:30 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop23h 42mDelta
Deal found 4/17$2,073
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/48:29 amDTW - CPT
2 stops44h 21mQatar Airways
Fri 5/91:00 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops39h 08mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/16$2,135
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:25 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop28h 45mKLM
Tue 12/3011:45 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops26h 28mKLM
Deal found 4/17$3,046
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/16:09 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops40h 41mEmirates
Sun 6/81:05 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops39h 03mEmirates
Deal found 4/16$3,098

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Cape Town

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Depart

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Price

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/6

9:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/8

4:35 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$1,636

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/6

8:30 pm-10:00 am

3 stops31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/8

1:05 pm-4:43 am

3 stops45h 38m

$1,733

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/8

4:00 pm-9:30 am

1 stop35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/18

3:20 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$1,896

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/4

8:29 am-10:50 am

2 stops44h 21m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/9

1:00 pm-10:08 pm

2 stops39h 08m

$2,135

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/1

6:09 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops40h 41m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/8

1:05 pm-10:08 pm

2 stops39h 03m

$3,098

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/1

4:00 pm-9:30 am

1 stop35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/8

8:00 pm-10:05 am

1 stop20h 05m

$3,727

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/16

2:27 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 58m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/30

11:15 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$10,495

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/16

10:10 am-9:25 pm

2 stops29h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/30

11:15 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops29h 14m

$10,561

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/16

3:49 pm-11:30 pm

3 stops49h 41m

$881

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/16

9:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

$1,244

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Deals found on 4/17

Compare providers for flights from Detroit to Cape Town

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Cape Town in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 45% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,327 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,769 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    Turkish Airlines, at $1,659, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Lufthansa and Emirates. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town for 16% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Detroit to Cape Town

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,021Average$1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$1,550Average$2,029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,599Average$1,940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,716Average$2,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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