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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town from $631

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Turkish Airlines Logo
8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT
32h 45m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW
31h 55m1 stop
$1,062Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 13
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT
32h 45m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW
31h 55m1 stop
$1,097Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT
32h 45m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW
31h 55m1 stop
$1,098Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 20
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8:05 pm - 7:55 pmDTW-CPT
40h 50m2 stops
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5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW
31h 55m1 stop
$1,347
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Mon, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 13
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9:00 pm - 2:35 pmDTW-CPT
35h 35m2 stops
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5:15 pm - 7:10 pmCPT-DTW
31h 55m1 stop
$1,448
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Thu, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 31
Qatar Airways Logo
8:05 am - 10:50 amDTW-CPT
44h 45m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
1:00 pm - 9:07 pmCPT-DTW
38h 07m2 stops
$1,489Qatar Airways
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Sun, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 21
Qatar Airways Logo
12:08 pm - 5:30 pmDTW-CPT
47h 22m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 pm - 7:00 pmCPT-DTW
37h 25m2 stops
$1,511Qatar Airways
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Sat, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 20
United Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 5:10 pmDTW-CPT
24h 10m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 10:57 amCPT-DTW
25h 37m2 stops
$1,565United Airlines
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Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 3:20 pmDTW-CPT
27h 35m1 stop
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8:50 pm - 8:19 pmCPT-DTW
30h 29m2 stops
$1,580United Airlines
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Sat, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 20
Delta Logo
7:59 pm - 5:50 pmDTW-CPT
39h 51m1 stop
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 2:04 pmCPT-DTW
23h 59m2 stops
$1,713Delta
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Wed, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 28

United Airlines flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town

Our best United Airlines deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
United Airlines
Aug 27
DTW11:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 10m
2 stops
CPT5:10 pmCape Town Intl
Sep 3
CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl
25h 37m
2 stops
DTW10:57 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,565
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United Airlines
Nov 1
DTW5:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 35m
1 stop
CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl
Nov 20
CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl
30h 29m
2 stops
DTW8:19 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,580
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United Airlines
Sep 12
DTW11:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 10m
3 stops
CPT5:10 pmCape Town Intl
Sep 19
CPT8:00 pmCape Town Intl
23h 14m
2 stops
DTW1:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,688
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Turkish Airlines flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Nov 3
DTW8:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
32h 45m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Nov 13
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
31h 55m
1 stop
DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,062
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Turkish Airlines
Nov 1
DTW9:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
32h 45m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Nov 20
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
31h 55m
1 stop
DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,097
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Turkish Airlines
Nov 1
DTW9:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
32h 45m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Nov 20
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
31h 55m
1 stop
DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,098
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
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DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/3

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/13

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,062

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

$1,097

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

$1,098

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/3

8:05 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops40h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/13

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,347

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/23

9:00 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops35h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/31

5:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,448

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/14

8:05 am-10:50 am

2 stops44h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/21

1:00 pm-9:07 pm

2 stops38h 07m

$1,489

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

12:08 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops47h 22m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/20

12:35 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops37h 25m

$1,511

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/27

11:00 am-5:10 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/3

3:20 pm-10:57 am

2 stops25h 37m

$1,565

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

5:45 am-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/20

8:50 pm-8:19 pm

2 stops30h 29m

$1,580

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/24

7:59 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop39h 51m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/28

8:05 pm-2:04 pm

2 stops23h 59m

$1,713

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of March, then departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,623.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,653. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Cape Town is Tuesday, with ticket prices averaging around $2,005.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the evening. Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $1,202. Flights to Cape Town are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $2,011. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town (DTW to CPT) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town

Best Price Found

$631

Fastest flight time

20h 55m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the past 72 hours is $631. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,062.
The fastest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town takes 20h 55m
There are no direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)
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  • How far is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    There are 8288.5 mi between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and Cape Town Intl. Flights usually cover this in 24h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town?

Best airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,024Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,933 reviews
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8.0
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8,900 reviews
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