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$1,137+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — CPT
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Cape Town

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 June 12, 2025.

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$1,162
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Average price

$2,677
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Cape Town Intl
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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 June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/19:05 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop32h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/205:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,137
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/269:00 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/97:00 amCPT - DTW
2 stops42h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,314
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/17:51 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops32h 39mQatar Airways
Thu 11/2012:35 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops34h 17mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,515
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/202:10 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops34h 30mLufthansa
Mon 12/16:40 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop26h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$1,586
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 11/206:00 amDTW - CPT
2 stops27h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/16:40 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops29h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,659
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 12/256:17 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop17h 58mDelta
Wed 1/711:45 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop23h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/10$1,981
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 12/254:15 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop30h 55mKLM
Wed 1/711:45 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop25h 20mKLM
Deal found 6/11$2,063
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/13:49 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops33h 11mBritish Airways
Mon 12/156:45 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops31h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$5,989

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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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DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

9:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/20

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,137

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/26

9:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/9

7:00 am-7:05 pm

2 stops42h 05m

$1,314

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

7:51 pm-10:30 am

2 stops32h 39m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/20

12:35 pm-3:52 pm

2 stops34h 17m

$1,515

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/20

2:10 pm-7:40 am

2 stops34h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/1

6:40 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$1,586

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/20

6:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/1

6:40 pm-4:57 pm

2 stops29h 17m

$1,659

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/25

4:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop23h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/28

11:15 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$3,028

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/1

3:49 pm-8:00 am

2 stops33h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/15

6:45 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$5,989

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Deals found on 6/12

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Cape Town

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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 June 12, 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 June 12, 2025.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Allan,Jun 2025

YYZ - AMS

I always enjoy flying KLM. Service is attentive, friendly and professional. The seat, when fully reclined is a little hard; some kind of mattress or topper would be helpful here. The dinner was really not very good …. “Meatless meatballs” tasted quite peculiar. Breakfast which consisted of an egg white omelette in flour tortilla was also rather tasteless.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Allan,Jun 2025

YYZ - AMS

I always enjoy flying KLM. Service is attentive, friendly and professional. The seat, when fully reclined is a little hard; some kind of mattress or topper would be helpful here. The dinner was really not very good …. “Meatless meatballs” tasted quite peculiar. Breakfast which consisted of an egg white omelette in flour tortilla was also rather tasteless.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Allan,Jun 2025

YYZ - AMS

I always enjoy flying KLM. Service is attentive, friendly and professional. The seat, when fully reclined is a little hard; some kind of mattress or topper would be helpful here. The dinner was really not very good …. “Meatless meatballs” tasted quite peculiar. Breakfast which consisted of an egg white omelette in flour tortilla was also rather tasteless.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Allan,Jun 2025

YYZ - AMS

I always enjoy flying KLM. Service is attentive, friendly and professional. The seat, when fully reclined is a little hard; some kind of mattress or topper would be helpful here. The dinner was really not very good …. “Meatless meatballs” tasted quite peculiar. Breakfast which consisted of an egg white omelette in flour tortilla was also rather tasteless.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Allan,Jun 2025

YYZ - AMS

I always enjoy flying KLM. Service is attentive, friendly and professional. The seat, when fully reclined is a little hard; some kind of mattress or topper would be helpful here. The dinner was really not very good …. “Meatless meatballs” tasted quite peculiar. Breakfast which consisted of an egg white omelette in flour tortilla was also rather tasteless.

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 $1,162, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Qatar Airways. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town for 40% 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,021Average$1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$1,531Average$2,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,550Average$2,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,599Average$1,778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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