What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to Cape Town Intl?

Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to Cape Town Intl

What airlines fly to Cape Town?

Delta, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Detroit to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.

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

There are 4 operators available for flights from Detroit to Cape Town Intl Airport as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$543 Cheap Flights from Detroit to Cape Town in 2025/26

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Cape Town?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,205 to $1,427. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,099.

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8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,099Turkish Airlines

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Sun, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 25

8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,101Turkish Airlines

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Fri, Feb 27 - Fri, Mar 6

8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,108Turkish Airlines

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Sun, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 25

8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,123Turkish Airlines

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Sun, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 25

8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,125Turkish Airlines

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Sun, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 25

8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,157Turkish Airlines

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Sat, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 22

11:55 am - 6:45 amDTW-CPT

35h 50m2 stops

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,232Multiple Airlines

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Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 1

6:49 pm - 12:10 pmDTW-CPT

34h 21m2 stops

6:55 pm - 6:19 pmCPT-DTW

30h 24m2 stops

$1,277American Airlines

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Wed, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 16

1:19 pm - 8:05 amDTW-CPT

36h 46m2 stops

6:55 pm - 6:06 pmCPT-DTW

30h 11m2 stops

$1,302American Airlines

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Sat, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 20

4:03 pm - 8:05 amDTW-CPT

33h 02m2 stops

6:55 pm - 6:46 pmCPT-DTW

30h 51m2 stops

$1,349American Airlines

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Turkish Airlines flights from Detroit to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Detroit to Cape Town flight tickets

Turkish Airlines

Nov 9

DTW8:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 45m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

Nov 25

CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl

31h 55m

1 stop

DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,099

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 27

DTW8:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 45m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

Mar 6

CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl

31h 55m

1 stop

DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,101

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 9

DTW8:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 45m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

Nov 25

CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl

31h 55m

1 stop

DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,108

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American Airlines flights from Detroit to Cape Town

Our best American Airlines deals on Detroit to Cape Town flight tickets

American Airlines

Nov 12

DTW6:49 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 21m

2 stops

CPT12:10 pmCape Town Intl

Nov 16

CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl

30h 24m

2 stops

DTW6:19 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,277

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American Airlines

Nov 1

DTW1:19 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

36h 46m

2 stops

CPT8:05 amCape Town Intl

Nov 20

CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl

30h 11m

2 stops

DTW6:06 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,302

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American Airlines

Nov 23

DTW4:03 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 02m

2 stops

CPT8:05 amCape Town Intl

Nov 30

CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl

30h 51m

2 stops

DTW6:46 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,349

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DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/9

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/25

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,099

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/27

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/6

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,101

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/9

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/25

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,108

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/9

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/25

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,123

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/9

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/25

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,125

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/15

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/22

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,157

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/24

11:55 am-6:45 am

2 stops35h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/1

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,232

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/12

6:49 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops34h 21m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/16

6:55 pm-6:19 pm

2 stops30h 24m

$1,277

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

1:19 pm-8:05 am

2 stops36h 46m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/20

6:55 pm-6:06 pm

2 stops30h 11m

$1,302

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/23

4:03 pm-8:05 am

2 stops33h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/30

6:55 pm-6:46 pm

2 stops30h 51m

$1,349

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

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 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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How far is Detroit to Cape Town Intl by plane?
A flight from Detroit to Cape Town Intl will travel around 8276.9 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 30h 16m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Cape Town Intl Airport?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Detroit to Cape Town Intl Airport as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Detroit to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Detroit and Cape Town, the leading airline is KLM, making up 52% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 48%.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,024	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,976 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,531	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,391 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,550	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,973 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,599	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,928 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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