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$837+ 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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — CPT
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
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 November 21, 2024.

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

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July

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$1,039
(oojo)

One-way from

$837
(oojo)
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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 November 21, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 11/298:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop32h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/125:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,764
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/298:10 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops53h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/125:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,952
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/264:10 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops32h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/28:50 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops33h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$2,300
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/214:15 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop30h 55mDelta
Fri 1/39:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop21h 54mDelta
Deal found 11/20$5,103
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/212:53 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops24h 17mKLM
Fri 1/311:59 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops26h 18mKLM
Deal found 11/20$6,104
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/711:03 amDTW - CPT
2 stops37h 57mBritish Airways
Sat 1/118:55 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops33h 12mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/21$20,108

Find flights from Detroit to Cape Town within your budget

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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/29

8:10 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop32h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/7

5:15 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$1,039

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/7

8:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/13

2:00 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops35h 00m

$1,236

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/25

5:19 pm-8:00 am

2 stops31h 41m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/2

10:00 pm-11:07 pm

2 stops32h 07m

$1,417

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/29

1:40 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops44h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/7

12:35 pm-11:20 am

2 stops53h 45m

$1,566

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/24

4:10 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/30

11:15 pm-8:14 pm

2 stops26h 59m

$1,666

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/12

2:04 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops19h 16m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/18

6:05 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$1,972

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/11

9:20 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/18

11:15 pm-11:05 am

1 stop41h 50m

$2,161

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/4

2:21 pm-11:40 am

2 stops38h 19m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/11

6:25 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops32h 58m

$4,987

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/3

1:40 pm-8:00 am

2 stops35h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/17

10:00 pm-11:11 pm

2 stops32h 11m

$6,948

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/3

6:25 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops44h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/16

12:35 am-1:55 pm

2 stops68h 20m

$10,563

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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 November.
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*3 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

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Detroit to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 $1,286). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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 November 21, 2024.

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 44% 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 November 21, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines and American Airlines from Detroit to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,829 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,525 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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 $1,039, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Qatar Airways. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $837. Qatar Airways flights start at $1,096 while deals on Lufthansa start at $1,592 one-way.

  • 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 $1,286). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,024Average$1,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$1,555Average$2,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,728Average$1,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,749Average$1,964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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