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$1,307+ Cheap flights to Detroit

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— DTT
25 Dec — 1 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Detroit. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 25 November 2025.

Sun 30/1111:50SYD - DTW
2 stops27h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/116:30DTW - SYD
1 stop22h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/11$3,279
Sun 21/1221:40SYD - DTW
2 stops23h 40mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/106:40DTW - SYD
2 stops45h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 23/11$3,378
Sun 21/1211:45SYD - DTW
2 stops27h 58mAir New Zealand
Sun 4/106:00DTW - SYD
2 stops34h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/11$3,440
Sun 21/1217:45SYD - DTW
2 stops33h 17mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/115:35DTW - SYD
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11$3,759
Sun 21/1211:20SYD - DTW
2 stops23h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/115:35DTW - SYD
1 stop23h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/11$3,770
Sun 21/1211:50SYD - DTW
1 stop19h 59mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/106:00DTW - SYD
1 stop33h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/11$3,778
Sun 21/1211:50SYD - DTW
1 stop19h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/106:00DTW - SYD
1 stop33h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/11$3,836
Sun 21/1217:45SYD - DTW
2 stops33h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/111:53DTW - SYD
3 stops27h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$4,659

Flights to Detroit in 2025

Find the latest flights to Detroit in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 25 November 2025.

Return from

$1,602

One-way from

$1,307

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,906
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 5/2-9/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 59m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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5/1
  • 5/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 00m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($471 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($85 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/2

07:05-16:32

2 stops25h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/2

13:23-10:55

2 stops29h 32m

$1,602

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/4

10:30-15:30

2 stops44h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/5

16:15-07:00

2 stops24h 45m

$1,732

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/2

10:40-15:25

1 stop20h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/2

18:38-08:30

1 stop21h 52m

$3,121

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/2

14:00-23:44

2 stops25h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/2

16:38-07:00

1 stop22h 22m

$3,121

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 21/12

21:40-05:20

2 stops23h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/1

06:40-19:45

2 stops45h 05m

$3,378

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/4

13:00-18:41

1 stop20h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/5

19:48-06:55

1 stop21h 07m

$3,380

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 21/12

11:45-23:43

2 stops27h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/1

06:00-08:45

2 stops34h 45m

$3,440

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/1

21:30-05:30

3 stops48h 00m

$1,307

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Best time to book a flight to Detroit

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

The price you pay for your flight to Detroit may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 24 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Detroit?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Detroit takes 26 hours 2 minutes. Flights to Detroit from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Detroit?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Detroit are American Airlines, United Airlines and Qantas Airways.

American Airlines
American Airlines
From $855
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $1,065
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,068
Air Canada
Air Canada
From $1,133

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Detroit are American Airlines, United Airlines and Air Canada.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit ranges from 46.0 - 79.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 79.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit when rainfall is around 46.0 mm.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated 25 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines to the United States have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
943 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,038 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,468 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

FAQs about flying to Detroit

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit?

    If you book a flight to Detroit, you will be flying into All airports, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit All airports (DTT) is located 0.9 km from the centre of Detroit.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Detroit if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Detroit on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Detroit?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, American Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Detroit.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Detroit?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Detroit. One-way flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County typically cost $83, while return flights cost around $549.

  • How much is a return flight to Detroit?

    A return flight to Detroit will typically cost around $551, however they can be found for as little as $549.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Detroit depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Detroit, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 16 minutes).

  • Does Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County?

    Yes. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport is the closest property to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (0.0 km away from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County).

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