$1,451+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Cape Town (CPT)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — CPT
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Cape TownExplore 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 September 16, 2026.
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 September 16, 2026.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/289:05 pm -
1 stop33h 00m
Wed 11/45:15 pm -
1 stop32h 45m
Deal found 9/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,451
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 10/410:30 pm -
1 stop40h 55m
Wed 10/147:40 am -
1 stop39h 39m
Deal found 9/14![KLM logo]()
$1,453
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/1010:30 pm -
1 stop25h 20m
Sun 10/1811:15 pm -
2 stops25h 38m
Deal found 9/11![KLM logo]()
$1,476
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/68:05 pm -
1 stop43h 55m
Fri 12/115:20 pm -
1 stop31h 40m
Deal found 9/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,481
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/269:05 pm -
1 stop33h 00m
Mon 11/25:15 pm -
1 stop32h 45m
Deal found 9/11![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,491
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sun 10/47:05 am -
2 stops32h 05m
Wed 10/147:40 am -
1 stop33h 55m
Deal found 9/13![Delta logo]()
$1,512
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1010:25 am -
2 stops37h 55m
Sun 10/185:55 pm -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,513
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/228:05 pm -
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1 stop31h 45m
Deal found 9/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,537
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/68:05 pm -
1 stop43h 55m
Sat 12/125:20 pm -
1 stop31h 40m
Deal found 9/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,541
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/286:10 am -
3 stops49h 25m
Wed 11/411:25 pm -
2 stops49h 43m
Deal found 9/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,550
Best flights from Detroit to Cape TownDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 16, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 16, 2026.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/108:05 pm -
1 stop43h 55m
Wed 1/275:15 pm -
1 stop31h 45m
Deal found 9/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,481
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sun 10/47:05 am -
2 stops32h 05m
Wed 10/147:40 am -
1 stop33h 55m
Deal found 9/13![Delta logo]()
$1,512
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 10/410:30 pm -
1 stop40h 55m
Wed 10/1411:15 pm -
2 stops25h 32m
Deal found 9/14![KLM logo]()
$1,598
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/12:48 pm -
2 stops44h 22m
Thu 10/227:50 pm -
2 stops25h 37m
Deal found 9/15![United Airlines logo]()
$1,652
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/269:05 pm -
1 stop33h 00m
Mon 11/25:15 pm -
1 stop32h 45m
Deal found 9/11![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,491
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/19:25 am -
1 stop26h 25m
Thu 10/2211:15 pm -
2 stops27h 24m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$1,675
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/158:05 pm -
1 stop33h 00m
Fri 1/295:15 pm -
1 stop31h 45m
Deal found 9/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,568
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Thu 10/110:30 pm -
1 stop40h 55m
Thu 10/2211:15 pm -
2 stops26h 45m
Deal found 9/12![KLM logo]()
$1,768
Last-minute flights from Detroit to Cape TownDiscover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to Cape Town. Data last updated September 16, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to Cape Town. Data last updated September 16, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 10/410:30 pm -
1 stop40h 55m
Wed 10/147:40 am -
1 stop39h 39m
Deal found 9/14![KLM logo]()
$1,453
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sun 10/47:05 am -
2 stops32h 05m
Wed 10/147:40 am -
1 stop33h 55m
Deal found 9/13![Delta logo]()
$1,512
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/1010:30 pm -
1 stop25h 20m
Sun 10/1811:15 pm -
2 stops25h 38m
Deal found 9/11![KLM logo]()
$1,476
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1010:25 am -
2 stops37h 55m
Sun 10/185:55 pm -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,513
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/269:05 pm -
1 stop33h 00m
Mon 11/25:15 pm -
1 stop32h 45m
Deal found 9/11![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,491
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/266:59 pm -
2 stops45h 06m
Mon 11/22:25 pm -
3 stops34h 43m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,590
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/289:05 pm -
1 stop33h 00m
Wed 11/45:15 pm -
1 stop32h 45m
Deal found 9/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,451
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/286:10 am -
3 stops49h 25m
Wed 11/411:25 pm -
2 stops49h 43m
Deal found 9/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,550
One-way flights from Detroit to Cape TownSearch for one-way flight options from Detroit to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 16, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 16, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/159:10 pm -
2 stops32h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,492
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/156:05 pm -
1 stop21h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![KLM logo]()
$1,702
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Most accurate provider | Ovago 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Ovago 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,427 (Justfly.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,555 |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2026.
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DetroitCape Town
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - CPT Cape Town Intl
DTWCPT
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 1/10
8:05 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop43h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 1/27
5:15 pm-6:00 pm
1 stop31h 45m
$1,481
DetroitCape Town
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - CPT Cape Town Intl
DTWCPT
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 10/26
9:05 pm-12:05 pm
1 stop33h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 11/2
5:15 pm-7:00 pm
1 stop32h 45m
$1,491
DetroitCape Town
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - CPT Cape Town Intl
DTWCPT
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 12/15
9:10 pm-12:40 pm
2 stops32h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-5:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,492
DetroitCape Town
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - CPT Cape Town Intl
DTWCPT
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 10/4
7:05 am-9:10 pm
2 stops32h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 10/14
7:40 am-11:35 am
1 stop33h 55m
$1,512
DetroitCape Town
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - CPT Cape Town Intl
DTWCPT
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 1/15
8:05 pm-12:05 pm
1 stop33h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 1/29
5:15 pm-6:00 pm
1 stop31h 45m
$1,568
DetroitCape Town
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - CPT Cape Town Intl
DTWCPT
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 10/4
10:30 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop40h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 10/14
11:15 pm-6:47 pm
2 stops25h 32m
$1,598
DetroitCape Town
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - CPT Cape Town Intl
DTWCPT
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 10/1
2:48 pm-5:10 pm
2 stops44h 22m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 10/22
7:50 pm-3:27 pm
2 stops25h 37m
$1,652
DetroitCape Town
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - CPT Cape Town Intl
DTWCPT
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 10/1
9:25 am-5:50 pm
1 stop26h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 10/22
11:15 pm-8:39 pm
2 stops27h 24m
$1,675
Quickest round-trip
DetroitCape Town
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - CPT Cape Town Intl
DTWCPT
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 12/15
6:05 pm-10:40 pm
1 stop21h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-5:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,702
DetroitCape Town
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - CPT Cape Town Intl
DTWCPT
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 10/1
10:30 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop40h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 10/22
11:15 pm-8:00 pm
2 stops26h 45m
$1,768
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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 September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust Ovago the most. Ovago 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-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Cape Town?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Cape Town (average of $1,136). Flying from Detroit to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,421). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to Cape Town?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Detroit to Cape Town flights typically cost between $1,555 and $1,755 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $1,048 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 12-Oct 25).
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$1,087 | Average$1,269 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,436 | Average$2,021 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,490 | Average$1,690 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |