Find flights
Airlines

$162+ Cheap flights from Detroit

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/12. 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 — SYD
3 Dec — 10 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Detroit

Discover essential information about flights departing from Detroit, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Detroit airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 3 November 2025.

Cheapest airline

United Airlines

Good round-trip deal

$1,880 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
On average, United Airlines currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Detroit (avg. price of $1,437).
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit.
Search Deals

Find flights from Detroit

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights from Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 3 November 2025.

Fri 28/1118:15DTW - BNE
2 stops47h 30mAir Canada
Fri 5/1210:45BNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 31/10$1,168
Fri 28/1118:15DTW - BNE
3 stops52h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1210:45BNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/10$1,196
Wed 19/1109:07DTW - BNE
2 stops32h 38mAir Canada
Wed 3/1210:45BNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 31/10$1,274
Wed 18/211:00DTW - BNE
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/309:45BNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,304
Mon 16/218:15DTW - BNE
2 stops47h 30mAir Canada
Thu 12/309:45BNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 2/11$1,307
Mon 16/218:15DTW - BNE
3 stops52h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/309:45BNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,333
Fri 6/315:30DTW - BNE
2 stops26h 15mAir Canada
Fri 13/309:45BNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 2/11$1,343
Fri 6/318:15DTW - BNE
3 stops52h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/309:45BNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,372
Wed 11/216:45DTW - BNE
2 stops25h 00mAir Canada
Fri 6/310:45BNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 2/11$1,457
Thu 12/218:15DTW - BNE
2 stops47h 30mAir Canada
Sun 8/310:45BNE - DTW
2 stops44h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 2/11$1,460
Fri 5/1211:48DTW - MEL
2 stops25h 27mAmerican Airlines
Thu 18/1216:05MEL - DTW
1 stop22h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,616
Sat 14/315:37DTW - MEL
2 stops26h 53mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/409:45MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,619

Find flights from Detroit within your budget

 
Find flights departing from Detroit that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 3 November 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches

Fly to

Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 28/11

18:15-08:45

2 stops47h 30m

Brisbane

Fri 5/12

10:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

$1,168

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 28/11

18:15-13:25

3 stops52h 10m

Brisbane

Fri 5/12

10:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

$1,196

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 18/2

11:00-08:45

2 stops30h 45m

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

09:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

$1,304

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 19/11

18:15-08:45

2 stops47h 30m

Brisbane

Wed 3/12

10:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

$1,307

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 28/2

18:15-08:45

2 stops47h 30m

Brisbane

Sat 28/3

09:45-17:33

2 stops45h 48m

$1,307

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/3

15:30-08:45

2 stops26h 15m

Brisbane

Fri 13/3

09:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

$1,343

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/3

18:15-13:25

3 stops52h 10m

Brisbane

Fri 13/3

09:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

$1,372

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/2

16:43-08:45

2 stops25h 02m

Brisbane

Sun 8/3

10:45-16:35

2 stops44h 50m

$1,457

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/3

15:30-07:45

2 stops26h 15m

Brisbane

Sat 21/3

09:45-22:22

2 stops26h 37m

$1,462

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/12

11:05-09:30

3 stops30h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 18/12

13:00-05:06

1 stop32h 06m

$1,653

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 1/11

Showing 1-10 of 60 results
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from Detroit

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Detroit including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight from Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Detroit to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit (average of $1,051). Flying from Detroit in January will prove the most costly (average of $1,335). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Detroit?

When flying from Detroit check dates and pricing for the following: American Airlines, Qantas Airways. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Sydney.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,060
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $1,427

What are popular destinations to fly to from Detroit?

Detroit offers frequent flights to New York (1,096 flights per day), Chicago (852 flights per day) and Washington, D.C. (231 flights per day).

Dallas/Fort Worth
Dallas/Fort Worth
From $1,830
Los Angeles
Los Angeles
From $168
Istanbul
Istanbul
From $1,827
Philadelphia
Philadelphia
From $308

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Detroit?

The cheapest city to fly to from Detroit is Los Angeles, with prices starting at $168. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Los Angeles
Los Angeles
From $168
Philadelphia
Philadelphia
From $308
Reykjavik
Reykjavik
From $518
Chicago
Chicago
From $564

Airline reviews for flights from Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Detroit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Detroit. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways, United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Detroit. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
926 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
926 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
926 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
926 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,036 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
926 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Direct flights from Michigan

Book a direct flight from one of these other cities located in Michigan.
Direct flights from Grand Rapids
Direct flights from Traverse City

Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Detroit. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 3 November 2025.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Detroit?

    For the current month, the most popular flights from Detroit are New Delhi, Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, Boston. New Delhi, Denver, Cancún are the most popular locations from Detroit year round.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to anywhere?

    According to our data, users have found United Airlines, American Airlines, and Qantas Airways to have the cheapest round-trip prices from Detroit. Some of the destinations and prices are as follows: United Airlines flights from Detroit to Melbourne ($975). American Airlines flights from Detroit to Sydney Kingsford Smith ($1,288). Qantas Airways flights from Detroit to Perth ($1,364).

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Detroit is July. The most expensive month for flights is January. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Detroit?

    View the cheapest flight destinations from Detroit:
    Fly from Detroit to Sydney from $1,485 round trip
    Fly from Detroit to Melbourne from $2,169 round trip

  • How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Detroit?

    900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight from Detroit today with Cheapflights!

  • Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Detroit?

    It’s simple! Cheapflights, which is free to use for everyone, saves millions of users time and money every year by helping them find the cheapest and most suitable flights from Detroit.

  • Can Cheapflights find flights from Detroit with no change fees?

    Certainly. Search results for flights from Detroit shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

  • Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Detroit become cheaper?

    Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on flights from Detroit so you can book your travels when it’s right. The Price Alerts feature is available by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address.

See more FAQs

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Detroit?

900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight from Detroit today with Cheapflights!

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Detroit?

It’s simple! Cheapflights, which is free to use for everyone, saves millions of users time and money every year by helping them find the cheapest and most suitable flights from Detroit.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Detroit with no change fees?

Certainly. Search results for flights from Detroit shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Detroit become cheaper?

Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on flights from Detroit so you can book your travels when it’s right. The Price Alerts feature is available by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.