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$165+ Cheap flights from Detroit

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DTT — MEL
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
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 27 November 2025.

Cheapest airline

United Airlines

Good round-trip deal

$1,713 or less

Good one-way deal

$169 or less
On average, United Airlines currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Detroit (avg. price of $1,445).
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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 27 November 2025.

Tue 17/218:15DTW - BNE
2 stops47h 30mAir Canada
Fri 27/210:45BNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 25/11$1,224
Wed 18/211:00DTW - BNE
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/309:45BNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,232
Mon 16/218:15DTW - BNE
2 stops47h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/310:45BNE - DTW
2 stops25h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,233
Mon 16/218:15DTW - BNE
2 stops47h 30mAir Canada
Thu 12/309:45BNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 26/11$1,235
Mon 16/218:15DTW - BNE
3 stops53h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/309:45BNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,261
Tue 17/218:15DTW - BNE
3 stops52h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/210:45BNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,282
Wed 18/215:58DTW - BNE
1 stop23h 32mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/210:45BNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,301
Thu 12/213:08DTW - BNE
2 stops24h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 31/320:35BNE - DTW
2 stops29h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,304
Mon 16/213:08DTW - BNE
2 stops24h 52mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/308:40BNE - DTW
1 stop29h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,315
Wed 18/212:30DTW - BNE
1 stop28h 50mDelta
Fri 27/210:40BNE - DTW
1 stop19h 46mDelta
Deal found 25/11$1,331
Mon 2/217:35DTW - SYD
2 stops27h 25mQantas Airways
Sun 8/214:05SYD - DTW
1 stop22h 39mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/11$1,345
Wed 11/316:03DTW - SYD
1 stop23h 52mQantas Airways
Sun 15/306:05SYD - DTW
2 stops26h 49mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/11$1,358

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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 27 November 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches

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Depart

Return

Price

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

$1,232

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 16/2

18:15-08:45

2 stops47h 30m

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

09:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

$1,235

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 19/2

18:15-08:45

2 stops47h 30m

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

09:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

$1,235

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 16/2

18:15-14:20

3 stops53h 05m

Brisbane

Tue 3/3

10:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

$1,261

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 19/2

18:15-14:20

3 stops53h 05m

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

09:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

$1,261

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 16/2

18:15-14:20

3 stops53h 05m

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

09:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

$1,261

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/12

12:56-09:30

2 stops28h 34m

Melbourne

Fri 26/12

16:05-20:59

1 stop20h 54m

$1,521

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/3

13:08-12:20

2 stops35h 12m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 29/4

13:20-21:01

2 stops43h 41m

$1,522

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/1

09:12-10:00

2 stops32h 48m

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

11:30-20:26

2 stops24h 56m

$1,534

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/1

09:12-09:30

2 stops32h 18m

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

11:30-22:10

2 stops26h 40m

$1,534

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit

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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 Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit is 71 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit (average of $732). Flying from Detroit in May will prove the most costly (average of $1,604). 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: Melbourne.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,261

What are popular destinations to fly to from Detroit?

Detroit offers frequent flights to New York (910 flights per day), Chicago (828 flights per day) and Atlanta (253 flights per day).

Dallas/Fort Worth
Dallas/Fort Worth
From $315
Los Angeles
Los Angeles
From $169
Istanbul
Istanbul
From $1,839
Philadelphia
Philadelphia
From $310

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 $169. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Los Angeles
Los Angeles
From $169
Philadelphia
Philadelphia
From $310
Dallas/Fort Worth
Dallas/Fort Worth
From $315
Reykjavik
Reykjavik
From $522

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 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
9,050 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,050 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,050 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

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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 27 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, Denver, Mumbai. 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 ($981). American Airlines flights from Detroit to Sydney Kingsford Smith ($1,296). Qantas Airways flights from Detroit to Perth ($1,373).

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit?

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

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