Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Detroit to Cape Town?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 58m.

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.

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

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

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Detroit to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 50m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Detroit and Cape Town?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Detroit to Cape Town?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $983.

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 August 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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,623 to $2,317. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,094.

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8:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,094Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 17

9:05 pm - 11:50 amDTW-CPT

32h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,096Turkish Airlines

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8:05 pm - 10:50 pmDTW-CPT

43h 45m2 stops

5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT-DTW

31h 55m1 stop

$1,313

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Wed, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 17

11:32 am - 10:30 amDTW-CPT

39h 58m2 stops

7:00 pm - 7:01 pmCPT-DTW

31h 01m2 stops

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43h 05m2 stops

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12:20 pm - 10:30 amDTW-CPT

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37h 26m2 stops

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6:00 am - 3:20 pmDTW-CPT

27h 20m1 stop

7:50 pm - 10:26 amCPT-DTW

20h 36m1 stop

$1,550United Airlines

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6:00 am - 3:20 pmDTW-CPT

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7:50 pm - 8:26 pmCPT-DTW

30h 36m2 stops

$1,554United Airlines

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5:51 pm - 7:40 amDTW-CPT

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6:45 pm - 1:55 pmCPT-DTW

26h 10m1 stop

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5:51 pm - 7:40 amDTW-CPT

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26h 10m1 stop

$1,585Lufthansa

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United Airlines flights from Detroit to Cape Town

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United Airlines

Sep 13

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 20m

1 stop

CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl

Sep 20

CPT7:50 pmCape Town Intl

20h 36m

1 stop

DTW10:26 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Sep 13

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 20m

1 stop

CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl

Sep 20

CPT7:50 pmCape Town Intl

30h 36m

2 stops

DTW8:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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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

25h 38m

2 stops

DTW3:28 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,579

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Lufthansa

Nov 15

DTW5:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

30h 49m

2 stops

CPT7:40 amCape Town Intl

Nov 22

CPT6:45 pmCape Town Intl

26h 10m

1 stop

DTW1:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,582

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Lufthansa

Nov 15

DTW5:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

30h 49m

2 stops

CPT7:40 amCape Town Intl

Nov 22

CPT6:45 pmCape Town Intl

26h 10m

1 stop

DTW1:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,585

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Lufthansa

Nov 20

DTW5:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

30h 49m

2 stops

CPT7:40 amCape Town Intl

Dec 7

CPT6:45 pmCape Town Intl

26h 10m

1 stop

DTW1:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,587

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Wed 1/28

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

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Tue 2/17

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,094

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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

$1,096

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/28

8:05 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops43h 45m

Cape Town Intl

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5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,313

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DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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11:32 am-10:30 am

2 stops39h 58m

Cape Town Intl

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7:00 pm-7:01 pm

2 stops31h 01m

$1,450

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DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

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Thu 11/6

8:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

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6:05 am-6:10 pm

2 stops43h 05m

$1,452

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/28

12:20 pm-10:30 am

2 stops39h 10m

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Tue 2/17

12:35 pm-7:01 pm

2 stops37h 26m

$1,454

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DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

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Sat 9/13

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 20m

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7:50 pm-10:26 am

1 stop20h 36m

$1,550

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DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/13

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 20m

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7:50 pm-8:26 pm

2 stops30h 36m

$1,554

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DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

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5:51 pm-7:40 am

2 stops30h 49m

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6:45 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$1,582

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DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/15

5:51 pm-7:40 am

2 stops30h 49m

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Sat 11/22

6:45 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$1,585

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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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Best Price Found	$656
Fastest flight time	24h 00m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $656. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,094.

The fastest flight from Detroit to Cape Town takes 24h 00m

There are no direct flights from Detroit 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 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 24h 00m.
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.
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There are 4 operators available for flights from Detroit to Cape Town Intl Airport as of August 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 50% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include KLM with 50%.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,024	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,932 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,531	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,381 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,550	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,985 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,575	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,917 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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

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

What airlines fly to Cape Town?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Detroit and Cape Town?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Detroit to Cape Town?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $983.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Detroit to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 50m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Detroit to Cape Town?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 58m.

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