What airlines fly to Cape Town?

United Airlines, Delta and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Detroit according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% 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 Qatar Airways 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.

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There are 3 operators available for flights from Detroit to Cape Town Intl Airport as of February 2026.

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 $1,393 to $1,815. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,221.

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8:50 pm - 11:50 am

DTW

CPT

33h 00m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:45 pm

CPT

DTW

32h 10m

1 stop

$1,221Turkish Airlines

Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 27

8:50 pm - 11:50 am

DTW

CPT

33h 00m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:45 pm

CPT

DTW

32h 10m

1 stop

$1,268Turkish Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

8:50 pm - 11:50 am

DTW

CPT

33h 00m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:45 pm

CPT

DTW

32h 10m

1 stop

$1,296Turkish Airlines

Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22

8:50 pm - 11:50 am

DTW

CPT

33h 00m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:45 pm

CPT

DTW

32h 10m

1 stop

$1,306Turkish Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Wed, May 13

8:50 pm - 11:50 am

DTW

CPT

33h 00m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:45 pm

CPT

DTW

32h 10m

1 stop

$1,311Turkish Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Wed, May 13

7:18 am - 2:35 pm

DTW

CPT

25h 17m

2 stops

1:50 pm - 1:20 pm

CPT

DTW

29h 30m

3 stops

$1,328Ethiopian Air

Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22

2:35 pm - 6:45 am

DTW

CPT

34h 10m

3 stops

7:00 pm - 10:37 pm

CPT

DTW

33h 37m

2 stops

$1,369Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 9 - Thu, Mar 12

6:00 am - 2:35 pm

DTW

CPT

26h 35m

2 stops

1:50 pm - 10:14 pm

CPT

DTW

38h 24m

3 stops

$1,370Ethiopian Air

Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 24

8:50 pm - 11:50 am

DTW

CPT

33h 00m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:45 pm

CPT

DTW

32h 10m

1 stop

$1,417Turkish Airlines

Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 24

2:35 pm - 6:45 am

DTW

CPT

34h 10m

3 stops

7:00 pm - 11:59 pm

CPT

DTW

34h 59m

3 stops

$1,423Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 9 - Thu, Mar 12

Ethiopian Air flights from Detroit to Cape Town

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Ethiopian Air

Apr 15

DTW7:18 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 17m

2 stops

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

Apr 22

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

29h 30m

3 stops

DTW1:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,328

Ethiopian Air

May 13

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 35m

2 stops

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

May 24

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

38h 24m

3 stops

DTW10:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,370

Ethiopian Air

Aug 10

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 35m

2 stops

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

Aug 28

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

31h 26m

3 stops

DTW3:16 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,699

Turkish Airlines flights from Detroit to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines

Apr 13

DTW8:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 00m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

Apr 27

CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

DTW6:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,221

Turkish Airlines

May 6

DTW8:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 00m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

May 13

CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

DTW6:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,268

Turkish Airlines

Apr 15

DTW8:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 00m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

Apr 22

CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

DTW6:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,296

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Mon 4/13

8:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/27

4:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,221

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/6

8:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/13

4:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,268

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/15

8:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/22

4:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,296

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/1

8:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/13

4:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,306

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/1

8:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/13

4:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,311

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/15

7:18 am-2:35 pm

2 stops25h 17m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/22

1:50 pm-1:20 pm

3 stops29h 30m

$1,328

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

2:35 pm-6:45 am

3 stops34h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/12

7:00 pm-10:37 pm

2 stops33h 37m

$1,369

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/13

6:00 am-2:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/24

1:50 pm-10:14 pm

3 stops38h 24m

$1,370

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/13

8:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/24

4:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,417

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

2:35 pm-6:45 am

3 stops34h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/12

7:00 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops34h 59m

$1,423

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A flight from Detroit to Cape Town Intl will travel around 8276.9 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 33h 00m.
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There are 3 operators available for flights from Detroit to Cape Town Intl Airport as of February 2026.
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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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,087	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,239 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,521	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,240 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,551	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,348 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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