Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Cape Town (CPT) from $1,100

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DTW — CPT
May 10 — May 171

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 5, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,861

Round-trip from

$1,248
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 37% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Cape Town Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town are found to be more expensive on Tuesday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Cape Town.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, November can be a great choice for travel to Cape Town. Flights to Cape Town from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November are about $1,888 on average during November, but can be found for as low as $1,446.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town (DTW - CPT)?

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Turkish Airlines flights from Detroit to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Turkish Airlines for the route between Detroit and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Turkish Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Detroit to Cape Town. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Wed 9/188:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop33h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/254:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,100
Thu 9/58:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop33h 40mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/264:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,179
Wed 9/184:00 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/254:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,255
Thu 9/512:20 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops41h 30mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/264:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,334
Sun 10/206:20 amDTW - CPT
2 stops47h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sat 11/95:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop33h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,656
Mon 6/38:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop33h 40mTurkish Airlines
Mon 6/104:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,744
Sun 8/258:15 amDTW - CPT
2 stops45h 35mTurkish Airlines
Fri 9/64:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,753
Sun 6/26:00 amDTW - CPT
2 stops47h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 6/94:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,767
Fri 5/104:00 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/314:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,821

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Detroit to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Detroit and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Qatar Airways flights we've found at this time heading from Detroit to Cape Town. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Wed 9/1812:20 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops40h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 9/251:00 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops41h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,538
Thu 9/56:18 amDTW - CPT
2 stops46h 32mQatar Airways
Thu 9/261:00 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops34h 08mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,608
Mon 6/38:03 amDTW - CPT
2 stops44h 47mQatar Airways
Thu 6/131:00 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops33h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,925
Thu 6/66:24 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops34h 26mQatar Airways
Thu 6/131:00 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops33h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,951
Mon 5/276:00 amDTW - CPT
2 stops46h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 6/151:00 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops33h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$2,049
Fri 5/314:08 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops36h 42mQatar Airways
Thu 6/131:00 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops33h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$2,167

Cheap Detroit to Cape Town flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Detroit to Cape Town specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Prices were last updated on May 5, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Detroit to Cape Town in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sun 6/27:35 amDTW - CPT
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/95:50 amCPT - DTW
3 stops46h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,740
Mon 6/38:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop33h 40mTurkish Airlines
Mon 6/104:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,744
Mon 6/34:05 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/106:20 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops48h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,748
Sun 6/26:00 amDTW - CPT
2 stops47h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 6/94:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,767
Fri 5/108:37 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops33h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/314:35 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,785
Mon 6/38:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/101:00 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops55h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,795
Mon 6/311:20 amDTW - CPT
2 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/131:05 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops29h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,799
Fri 5/104:00 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/314:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,821
Sun 6/211:20 amDTW - CPT
2 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/131:05 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops29h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,836

Detroit to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Detroit and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Detroit to Cape Town in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 9/188:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop33h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/254:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,100
Thu 9/58:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop33h 40mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/264:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,179
Sat 11/169:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/35:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,189
Sat 11/169:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/45:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,198
Fri 11/159:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/45:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,236
Wed 9/184:00 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/254:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,255
Thu 9/512:20 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops41h 30mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/264:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,334
Sat 11/169:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/35:15 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops46h 03mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,345
Sat 11/169:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/25:15 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops30h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,389

Detroit to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Detroit to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Detroit to Cape Town should consider booking one of these fares. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Fri 5/108:37 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops33h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/314:35 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,785
Fri 5/104:00 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/314:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,821
Fri 5/108:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop33h 40mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/314:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$2,240

Find flights from Detroit to Cape Town within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/18

1 stop33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/25

1 stop31h 50m

$1,100

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/5

1 stop33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/26

1 stop31h 50m

$1,179

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/18

2 stops37h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/25

1 stop31h 50m

$1,255

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/18

2 stops40h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/25

2 stops41h 13m

$1,538

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/5

2 stops46h 32m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/26

2 stops34h 08m

$1,608

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/20

2 stops42h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/9

2 stops52h 32m

$1,630

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/20

1 stop35h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/9

1 stop27h 00m

$1,788

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/20

1 stop20h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/8

1 stop24h 20m

$1,864

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/20

2 stops31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/8

2 stops38h 16m

$2,073

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Cape Town by month

Plan your trip from Detroit to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Detroit to Cape Town is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $1,559. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,248). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,723). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$1,248

February

$1,338

March

$1,381

April

$1,384

May

$1,407

June

$1,644

July

$1,723

August

$1,445

September

$1,420

October

$1,384

November

$1,337

December

$1,419

Temperature and rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CPT

Temperature

53.6 - 69.8 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated May 5, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and United Airlines from Detroit to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,001 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
4,001 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,001 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,001 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.9
Good
1,603 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,001 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.7
Good
4,439 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,001 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.5
Good
3,710 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,001 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Turkish Airlines for just $1,100, but on average you can expect to pay $1,636.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town for under $1,800?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than $1,800.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    Turkish Airlines, at $1,100, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qatar Airways and United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town for 41% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town?

  • What does DTW to CPT mean?

    DTW and CPT are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. DTW to CPT refers to a flight route from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Detroit to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Detroit to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Detroit to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Cape Town.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Detroit to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Detroit to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Detroit to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/4.

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