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$147+ Cheap flights from Detroit

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DTT — SYD
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
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 29 January 2026.

Cheapest airline

United Airlines

Good one-way deal

$85 or less
On average, United Airlines currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Detroit (avg. price of $1,320).
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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 29 January 2026.

Tue 3/307:28
DTW
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YYC
1 stop6h 03m
United Airlines
Tue 10/306:15
YYC
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DTW
1 stop14h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/1$390
Wed 8/411:00
DTW
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YYC
2 stops12h 48m
United Airlines
Fri 17/406:00
YYC
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DTW
1 stop14h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/1$398
Sat 25/409:03
DTW
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YYC
1 stop14h 45m
United Airlines
Fri 1/512:34
YYC
-
DTW
1 stop7h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/1$418
Mon 25/518:00
DTW
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YYC
Nonstop4h 05m
WestJet
Wed 27/511:00
YYC
-
DTW
Nonstop3h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 26/1$440
Wed 27/516:21
DTW
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YYC
1 stop8h 16m
United Airlines
Sat 30/508:30
YYC
-
DTW
1 stop13h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/1$445
Tue 24/212:49
DTW
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YYC
1 stop10h 05m
Delta
Tue 3/306:30
YYC
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DTW
1 stop10h 15m
Delta
Deal found 27/1$447
Mon 8/609:26
DTW
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YYC
1 stop15h 28m
United Airlines
Thu 11/615:22
YYC
-
DTW
1 stop11h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/1$548
Mon 25/518:00
DTW
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YYC
Nonstop4h 05m
Delta
Fri 29/511:00
YYC
-
DTW
Nonstop3h 40m
Delta
Deal found 26/1$553
Sat 23/518:00
DTW
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YYC
Nonstop4h 05m
Delta
Tue 26/511:00
YYC
-
DTW
Nonstop3h 40m
Delta
Deal found 27/1$554
Thu 28/513:15
DTW
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YYC
1 stop9h 25m
Delta
Mon 1/611:00
YYC
-
DTW
Nonstop3h 40m
Delta
Deal found 26/1$567
Wed 27/505:45
DTW
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YYC
1 stop8h 09m
United Airlines
Wed 27/515:22
YYC
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DTW
1 stop11h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/1$568
Mon 25/518:00
DTW
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YYC
Nonstop4h 05m
Delta
Sun 31/506:00
YYC
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DTW
1 stop7h 32m
Delta
Deal found 26/1$573

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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 29 January 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches

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DetroitCalgary

DTW - YYC

DTWYYC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 25/4

09:03-21:48

1 stop14h 45m

Calgary

Fri 1/5

12:34-22:08

1 stop7h 34m

$418

DetroitCalgary

DTW - YYC

DTWYYC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 25/5

18:00-20:05

Nonstop4h 05m

Calgary

Mon 1/6

11:00-16:40

Nonstop3h 40m

$440

DetroitCalgary

DTW - YYC

DTWYYC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 25/5

18:00-20:05

Nonstop4h 05m

Calgary

Tue 26/5

11:00-16:40

Nonstop3h 40m

$440

DetroitCalgary

DTW - YYC

DTWYYC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 25/5

18:00-20:05

Nonstop4h 05m

Calgary

Wed 27/5

11:00-16:40

Nonstop3h 40m

$440

DetroitCalgary

DTW - YYC

DTWYYC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/2

12:49-20:54

1 stop10h 05m

Calgary

Tue 3/3

06:30-18:45

1 stop10h 15m

$447

DetroitCalgary

DTW - YYC

DTWYYC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 25/5

18:00-20:05

Nonstop4h 05m

Calgary

Fri 29/5

11:00-16:40

Nonstop3h 40m

$553

DetroitCalgary

DTW - YYC

DTWYYC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 27/5

05:45-11:54

1 stop8h 09m

Calgary

Wed 27/5

15:22-05:08

1 stop11h 46m

$568

DetroitCalgary

DTW - YYC

DTWYYC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 22/5

12:08-20:50

1 stop10h 42m

Calgary

Thu 28/5

07:15-19:12

1 stop9h 57m

$595

DetroitCalgary

DTW - YYC

DTWYYC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 22/5

12:08-20:50

1 stop10h 42m

Calgary

Sat 30/5

06:35-18:35

1 stop10h 00m

$595

DetroitCalgary

DTW - YYC

DTWYYC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 22/5

12:08-20:50

1 stop10h 42m

Calgary

Fri 29/5

06:35-18:35

1 stop10h 00m

$595

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit

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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 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Detroit is 73 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 $722). Flying from Detroit in December will prove the most costly (average of $1,225). 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: Qantas Airways. As it departs for the following popular destinations: Sydney.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,175

What are popular destinations to fly to from Detroit?

Detroit offers frequent flights to New York (922 flights per day), Chicago (827 flights per day) and Atlanta (248 flights per day).

Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale
From $78
Dallas/Fort Worth
Dallas/Fort Worth
From $776
Philadelphia
Philadelphia
From $498
Chicago
Chicago
From $549

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Detroit?

The cheapest city to fly to from Detroit is Fort Lauderdale, with prices starting at $78. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale
From $78
Reykjavik
Reykjavik
From $485
Philadelphia
Philadelphia
From $498
Chicago
Chicago
From $549

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 United Airlines and American Airlines from Detroit. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,214 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,214 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,214 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,205 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,214 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

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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 29 January 2026.

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

    For the current month, the most popular flights from Detroit are New Delhi, Mumbai, Denver. New Delhi, Denver, Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 ($911). American Airlines flights from Detroit to Sydney Kingsford Smith ($1,204). Qantas Airways flights from Detroit to Perth ($1,779).

  • 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 December. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

  • How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Detroit?

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