CA $1,297 Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheap flights from Detroit (DTW) to Cape Town (CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $1,297 for one-way flights and CA $1,630 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit (DTW) to Cape Town (CPT)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $1,503 - CA $2,348 per traveller.

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Flight from Detroit to Cape Town (DTW - CPT) route information
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Emirates, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
CA $1,630
Distance
13284 km

Detroit to Cape Town Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Detroit to Cape Town 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Cape Town from Detroit whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Cape Town Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Detroit to Cape Town today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, DTW to Cape Town Intl., CPT 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Detroit to Cape Town—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Cape Town from Detroit currently is just CA $1,630 rising to CA $2,332.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in January when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Cape Town  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to Cape Town from Detroit 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Cape Town with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
Based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) start from CA $1,630. Make your booking ASAP to get the best price for your big adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from DTW to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Every air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the easy instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) that have flexible change policies?
Select our "No change fees" filter to find flexible ticketing options for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT). This allows you to secure a good price ahead of time and still have the freedom to make changes without any extra fees. Fare adjustments may apply if your new flight is more expensive.
How many hours is the flight from Metro Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
To get through the 18 hours and 21 minutes flight time between DTW and Cape Town Intl. Airport, it's wise to plan ahead. A device filled with your favourite TV shows is a wonderful start.
How far is the flight from DTW to CPT?
You'll have 13,400 kilometres to cover on the long-haul Detroit to Cape Town route. Wear comfy clothes and consider taking a sleep mask and earplugs.
Which airlines fly direct from Metro Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
At present, no airlines offer flights directly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT). You'll have to book a flight with one or more stops. To score the best connections and price, lock in your airfare ahead of time.
Are Detroit Metro Airport to CPT flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can occasionally score a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from DTW to CPT appearing a few weeks prior to the departure date. If you'd rather book ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals regularly — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not every airline releases prices that far in advance.

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