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Cheap flights from Detroit to Melbourne from $2,137

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/8. 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.
DTT — MEL
11 May — 18 May1
1 adult
Sat 11/5
Sat 18/5

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 6 May 2024.

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$2,611

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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Detroit to Melbourne?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Saturday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Melbourne?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, March can be a great choice for travel to Melbourne. Flights to Melbourne from Detroit in March are about $2,829 on average during March, but can be found for as low as $1,885.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Melbourne (DTT - MEL)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to Melbourne in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 4% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Detroit to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Detroit and Melbourne. 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 535,961 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Air New Zealand flights we've come across from Detroit to Melbourne. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Sat 3/808:40DTW - MEL
2 stops36h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 26/808:45MEL - DTW
2 stops29h 08mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/5$2,349
Tue 14/516:45DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 05mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/512:10MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/5$2,886
Tue 28/516:48DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 02mAir New Zealand
Tue 2/708:45MEL - DTW
2 stops29h 14mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/5$3,505
Tue 2/708:40DTW - MEL
2 stops36h 10mAir New Zealand
Tue 13/808:45MEL - DTW
2 stops45h 04mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/5$3,511

Cheap Air Canada flights from Detroit to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Detroit and Melbourne. 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 535,961 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Air Canada flights departing from Detroit and landing in Melbourne. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Sat 3/820:40DTW - MEL
3 stops48h 55mAir Canada
Mon 26/820:00MEL - DTW
3 stops37h 58mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$3,013
Tue 2/711:20DTW - MEL
3 stops33h 45mAir Canada
Tue 13/806:00MEL - DTW
3 stops27h 58mAir Canada
Deal found 5/5$3,580
Sat 11/520:40DTW - MEL
3 stops48h 25mAir Canada
Wed 15/520:30MEL - DTW
3 stops37h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 4/5$3,943

Cheap Detroit to Melbourne flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Detroit to Melbourne specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 535,961 searches. Prices were last updated on 6 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Detroit to Melbourne in May and June 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 14/516:45DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 05mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/512:10MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/5$2,886
Tue 14/519:52DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/507:30MEL - DTW
3 stops35h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$2,936
Fri 31/509:00DTW - AVV
3 stops45h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/606:00AVV - DTW
3 stops36h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$2,966
Fri 31/516:18DTW - MEL
3 stops29h 17mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/606:00MEL - DTW
3 stops33h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$3,087
Tue 14/519:52DTW - AVV
3 stops30h 08mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/506:00AVV - DTW
3 stops36h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$3,099
Tue 14/513:50DTW - MEL
3 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/507:30MEL - DTW
3 stops35h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$3,121
Fri 31/516:18DTW - MEL
3 stops29h 17mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/612:10MEL - DTW
2 stops30h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$3,205
Tue 14/507:40DTW - MEL
2 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/521:15MEL - DTW
1 stop45h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$3,258
Fri 31/505:45DTW - MEL
1 stop34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/623:55MEL - DTW
2 stops42h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$3,322

Detroit to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Detroit and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 535,961 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Detroit to Melbourne in May and June 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 20/808:40DTW - MEL
2 stops36h 10mAir New Zealand
Tue 27/808:45MEL - DTW
2 stops29h 08mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/5$2,137
Tue 20/807:00DTW - MEL
1 stop33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/812:45MEL - DTW
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$2,509
Tue 20/815:00DTW - MEL
1 stop25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/811:55MEL - DTW
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$2,602
Tue 20/811:20DTW - AVV
3 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/820:50AVV - DTW
3 stops51h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$2,688
Tue 14/516:45DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 05mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/512:10MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/5$2,886
Tue 14/519:52DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/507:30MEL - DTW
3 stops35h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$2,936
Fri 31/509:00DTW - AVV
3 stops45h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/606:00AVV - DTW
3 stops36h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$2,966
Sat 3/811:20DTW - AVV
3 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/820:50AVV - DTW
3 stops37h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$3,024
Fri 31/516:18DTW - MEL
3 stops29h 17mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/606:00MEL - DTW
3 stops33h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$3,087

Detroit to Melbourne flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Detroit to Melbourne 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 535,961 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Detroit to Melbourne should consider booking one of these fares. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Tue 14/516:45DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 05mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/512:10MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/5$2,886
Tue 14/519:52DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/507:30MEL - DTW
3 stops35h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$2,936
Tue 14/519:52DTW - AVV
3 stops30h 08mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/506:00AVV - DTW
3 stops36h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$3,099
Tue 14/513:50DTW - MEL
3 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/507:30MEL - DTW
3 stops35h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$3,121
Tue 14/507:40DTW - MEL
2 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/521:15MEL - DTW
1 stop45h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$3,258
Sat 11/520:40DTW - MEL
3 stops48h 25mAir Canada
Wed 15/520:30MEL - DTW
3 stops37h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 4/5$3,943
Tue 14/507:40DTW - MEL
1 stop32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/521:15MEL - DTW
1 stop45h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$4,098
Tue 14/519:52DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 13mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/502:25MEL - DTW
3 stops57h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$4,322
Sat 11/507:00DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 35mJapan Airlines
Wed 15/507:20MEL - DTW
2 stops35h 58mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/5$4,432

Find flights from Detroit to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Melbourne 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 535,961 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/8

2 stops36h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 26/8

2 stops29h 08m

$2,349

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/5

2 stops32h 13m

Melbourne

Fri 31/5

3 stops35h 26m

$2,936

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/8

3 stops48h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 26/8

3 stops37h 58m

$3,013

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/8

2 stops33h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 26/8

3 stops51h 10m

$3,231

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 31/5

2 stops42h 28m

Melbourne

Fri 14/6

2 stops57h 13m

$3,367

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/8

2 stops49h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 26/8

1 stop21h 48m

$4,142

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 30/5

2 stops53h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 30/6

2 stops37h 50m

$4,269

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne Avalon

DTW - AVV

DTWAVV

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/8

2 stops36h 36m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 26/8

2 stops45h 52m

$4,323

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/5

2 stops32h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 15/5

2 stops35h 58m

$4,432

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Deals found on 6/5

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Detroit to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday 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 Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Detroit to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Detroit to Melbourne is currently $0 while a return flight costs $3,562. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne (average of $131). Flying from Detroit to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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

$236

February

$204

March

$234

April

$213

May

$198

June

$212

July

$231

August

$203

September

$225

October

$224

November

$239

December

$265

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 6 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Detroit to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Air New Zealand, Air Canada and Emirates. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,482 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,482 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,482 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
637 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,482 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,001 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,482 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
974 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,482 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

Turkish Airlines
7.5
Good
3,710 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,482 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Detroit, you will be flying from All airports, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit All airports (DTT) is located 0.9 km from the centre of Detroit. There are 0 flights from All airports to Melbourne per day from 0 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Detroit to Melbourne for under $2,400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit to Melbourne for under $2,400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $2,349, but on average you can expect to pay $3,258.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Detroit to Melbourne for under $2,900?

    There are currently 15+ open flights from Detroit to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $2,900.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to Melbourne round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to Melbourne is Air New Zealand. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $2,349 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and Turkish Airlines, starting at $3,013 and $3,231 round-trip. Air New Zealand is currently priced 16% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What does DTW to MEL mean?

    Great question - DTW to MEL just means Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Detroit to Melbourne 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 Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Detroit to Melbourne 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 Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne 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 Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Detroit to Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Detroit to Melbourne 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 to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The Detroit to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

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