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 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Turkish Airlines and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to Cape Town Intl

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 3 operators available for flights from Detroit to Cape Town Intl Airport as of November 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.

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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 $1,770 to $2,068. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,194.

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8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,194Turkish Airlines

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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Mar 3

8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,243Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 25

6:45 pm - 12:10 pmDTW-CPT

34h 25m2 stops

8:35 pm - 7:26 pmCPT-DTW

29h 51m2 stops

$1,295American Airlines

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Fri, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 8

5:57 pm - 12:10 pmDTW-CPT

35h 13m2 stops

6:55 pm - 8:58 pmCPT-DTW

33h 03m2 stops

$1,318American Airlines

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Mon, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 28

8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,350Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 25

8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,353Turkish Airlines

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Fri, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 25

8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,358Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 28

8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

3:20 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

33h 50m2 stops

$1,361Multiple Airlines

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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Mar 3

6:36 pm - 8:05 amDTW-CPT

30h 29m2 stops

10:10 pm - 7:26 pmCPT-DTW

28h 16m2 stops

$1,370American Airlines

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Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 8

8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,374Turkish Airlines

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Fri, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 25

Turkish Airlines flights from Detroit to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 10

DTW9:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 45m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

Apr 14

CPT4:40 pmCape Town Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

DTW6:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,027

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Turkish Airlines

Apr 14

DTW8:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 55m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

Apr 28

CPT4:40 pmCape Town Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

DTW6:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,098

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Turkish Airlines

Apr 30

DTW9:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 50m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

May 17

CPT4:40 pmCape Town Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

DTW6:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,111

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American Airlines flights from Detroit to Cape Town

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American Airlines

Mar 18

DTW7:22 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 48m

2 stops

CPT12:10 pmCape Town Intl

Apr 1

CPT6:50 pmCape Town Intl

32h 09m

2 stops

DTW8:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,293

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American Airlines

Dec 5

DTW6:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 25m

2 stops

CPT12:10 pmCape Town Intl

Dec 8

CPT8:35 pmCape Town Intl

29h 51m

2 stops

DTW7:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,295

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American Airlines

Jan 12

DTW5:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 13m

2 stops

CPT12:10 pmCape Town Intl

Jan 28

CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl

33h 03m

2 stops

DTW8:58 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,318

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DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/13

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,194

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/21

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/25

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,243

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/5

6:45 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/8

8:35 pm-7:26 pm

2 stops29h 51m

$1,295

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/12

5:57 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops35h 13m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/28

6:55 pm-8:58 pm

2 stops33h 03m

$1,318

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/25

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,350

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/9

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/25

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,353

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/12

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/28

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,358

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/13

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

3:20 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$1,361

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/1

6:36 pm-8:05 am

2 stops30h 29m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/8

10:10 pm-7:26 pm

2 stops28h 16m

$1,370

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/9

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/25

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,374

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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 18h 30m.
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 3 operators available for flights from Detroit to Cape Town Intl Airport as of November 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 Delta, making up 100% of the total bookings.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,039	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,050 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,521	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,995 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,575	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,037 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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