Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Cape Town (CPT) from $972

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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DTT — CPT
May 11 — May 181

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 May 6, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Round-trip from

$1,248

One-way from

$972
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 20% potential price drop
From Detroit (DTT) to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Cape Town Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Detroit to Cape Town?

Monday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Detroit to Cape Town. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Cape Town.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Cape Town?

Our data shows that November tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Detroit. Users have commonly found prices around $1,888 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $1,446. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Cape Town (DTT - CPT)?

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit to Cape Town in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Turkish Airlines flights from Detroit to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Turkish Airlines for the route between Detroit and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Turkish Airlines flights we've found from Detroit to Cape Town. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Wed 9/188:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop33h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/254:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,087
Wed 9/184:00 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/254:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,255
Thu 9/54:00 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/264:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,288
Wed 9/184:00 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/254:35 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops48h 02mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,455
Sun 8/258:15 amDTW - CPT
2 stops45h 35mTurkish Airlines
Fri 9/64:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,753
Sun 6/26:00 amDTW - CPT
2 stops47h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 6/94:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,788
Sun 6/26:00 amDTW - CPT
2 stops47h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 6/94:35 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops49h 14mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,884
Thu 5/306:30 amDTW - CPT
2 stops47h 20mTurkish Airlines
Tue 6/114:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,942
Thu 6/63:44 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops38h 06mTurkish Airlines
Thu 6/134:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,978

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Detroit to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Detroit and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Qatar Airways flights we've found from Detroit to Cape Town. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Wed 9/1812:20 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops40h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 9/251:00 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops41h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,499
Thu 9/56:18 amDTW - CPT
2 stops46h 32mQatar Airways
Thu 9/261:00 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops34h 08mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,608
Thu 6/66:24 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops34h 26mQatar Airways
Thu 6/131:00 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops33h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,951
Mon 5/276:00 amDTW - CPT
2 stops46h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 6/151:00 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops33h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$2,049
Fri 5/3111:16 amDTW - CPT
2 stops41h 34mQatar Airways
Thu 6/131:00 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops33h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$2,167

Cheap Detroit to Cape Town flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Detroit to Cape Town specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Prices were last updated on May 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Cape Town in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Fri 5/108:37 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops33h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/314:35 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,785
Sun 6/26:00 amDTW - CPT
2 stops47h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 6/94:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,788
Mon 6/311:20 amDTW - CPT
2 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/131:05 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops29h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,799
Fri 5/104:00 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/314:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,821
Sun 6/211:20 amDTW - CPT
2 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/131:05 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops29h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,836
Sun 6/27:35 amDTW - CPT
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/95:50 amCPT - DTW
3 stops46h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,856
Thu 6/69:48 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops34h 42mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/132:30 pmCPT - DTW
3 stops35h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,867
Sun 6/26:00 amDTW - CPT
2 stops47h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 6/94:35 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops49h 14mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,884
Thu 6/69:48 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops34h 42mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/131:50 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,904

Detroit to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Detroit and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Cape Town in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 9/188:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop33h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/254:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,087
Sat 11/169:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/35:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,189
Sat 11/169:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/45:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,198
Fri 11/159:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/45:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,236
Wed 9/184:00 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/254:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,255
Thu 9/54:00 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/264:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,288
Sat 11/169:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/35:15 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops46h 03mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,345
Sat 11/169:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/25:15 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops30h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,389
Sat 11/169:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 12/25:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,421

One-way flights to Cape Town from Detroit

Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Detroit to Cape Town. Users can also find round-trip Detroit to Cape Town flights by using the search form above.
Wed 5/156:00 amDTW - CPT
2 stops47h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6$972
Wed 5/154:04 pmDTW - CPT
3 stops39h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,096
Wed 5/154:05 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop35h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 5/6$1,667

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 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.

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$1,087 - $2,514

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/18

1 stop33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/25

1 stop31h 50m

$1,087

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/18

2 stops37h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/25

1 stop31h 50m

$1,255

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/5

2 stops37h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/26

1 stop31h 50m

$1,288

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/18

2 stops40h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/25

2 stops41h 13m

$1,499

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/5

2 stops46h 32m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/26

2 stops34h 08m

$1,608

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/25

2 stops35h 29m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/6

2 stops46h 01m

$1,731

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/5

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/26

1 stop26h 30m

$1,754

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/18

1 stop20h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/25

1 stop23h 05m

$2,078

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/2

1 stop22h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

1 stop22h 55m

$2,514

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Deals found on 5/5

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Cape Town by month

Plan your trip from Detroit to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Detroit to Cape Town is currently $1,245 while a round-trip flight costs $1,646. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Cape Town (average of $1,248). Flying from Detroit to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,723). 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.

January

$1,248

February

$1,338

March

$1,381

April

$1,384

May

$1,407

June

$1,644

July

$1,723

August

$1,445

September

$1,420

October

$1,384

November

$1,337

December

$1,419

Temperature and rainfall in Cape Town by month

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

CPT

Temperature

53.6 - 69.8 °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 May 6, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and United Airlines from Detroit to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,001 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
4,001 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,001 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
10,818 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,001 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.9
Good
1,603 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,001 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.7
Good
4,439 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,001 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.5
Good
3,711 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,001 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Detroit to Cape Town for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit to Cape Town for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Turkish Airlines for just $1,087, but on average you can expect to pay $1,704.

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

    Currently priced at $1,087, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Detroit to Cape Town and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,499 and $1,754, respectively. You may be able to fly from Detroit to Cape Town for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit to Cape Town?

  • What does DTW to CPT mean?

    This is defined as Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT). Codes like Cape Town Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Detroit to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Detroit to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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    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.

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    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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Detroit to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Detroit to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Detroit to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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    The Detroit to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/5.

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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 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,184Average$1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,405Average$1,842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$1,489Average$2,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest$1,731Average$1,836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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