Cape Town (CPT) to Detroit (DTW)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 8,303 | 13,285 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 8,303 | 13,285 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 8,303 | 12,455 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 8,303 | 12,455 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 8,303 | 16,606 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 8,303 | 12,455 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
A round trip between Cape Town and Detroit earns you 16,606 base miles - that's 66% of the way to a typical domestic award ticket!
✈️ Flight Details
The CPT to DTW route connects Cape Town, South Africa with Detroit, United States. This long-haul flight covers 8,303 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from South Africa to United States. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NW bearing of 303° from Cape Town. There is a 7 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About CPT
Cape Town International Airport
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) serves Cape Town, South Africa.
🛬 About DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) serves Detroit, United States.