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$715+ Cheap flights to Detroit

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DTT
23 Feb — 2 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Detroit in 2026

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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 24 January 2026.

Mon 25/509:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops38h 48m
Air Canada
Mon 15/618:50
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops46h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 22/1$1,501
Thu 7/509:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops38h 48m
Air Canada
Wed 3/618:50
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops46h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 23/1$1,515
Wed 11/210:40
SYD
-
DTW
1 stop24h 35m
Delta
Wed 25/212:30
DTW
-
SYD
1 stop28h 00m
Delta
Deal found 23/1$1,533
Mon 18/509:15
SYD
-
DTW
1 stop21h 50m
Delta
Tue 30/612:40
DTW
-
SYD
1 stop28h 10m
Delta
Deal found 24/1$1,545
Thu 5/211:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops46h 15m
Air Canada
Thu 5/318:15
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops47h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 22/1$1,546
Mon 2/314:00
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops30h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/310:35
DTW
-
SYD
1 stop29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1$1,559
Sun 8/314:00
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/318:32
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops27h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1$1,565
Thu 19/211:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops46h 15m
Air Canada
Mon 23/218:15
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops47h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/1$1,617
Thu 5/210:40
SYD
-
DTW
1 stop20h 45m
Delta
Thu 5/312:21
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops28h 09m
Delta
Deal found 24/1$1,626
Tue 19/509:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops38h 48m
Air Canada
Wed 1/716:55
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops48h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 22/1$1,628

Find flight deals to Detroit

Find the latest flights to Detroit in 2026, 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 24 January 2026.

Return from

$1,501

One-way from

$715

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,470
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 25/5-15/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 85h 18m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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23/5
  • 23/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 57m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($257 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

09:20-10:08

2 stops38h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/6

18:50-07:20

2 stops46h 30m

$1,515

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/2

10:40-17:15

2 stops22h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 25/2

12:19-08:30

2 stops28h 11m

$1,533

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

09:15-17:05

1 stop21h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 30/6

12:40-06:50

1 stop28h 10m

$1,545

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/2

11:20-17:35

2 stops46h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/3

18:15-09:35

2 stops47h 20m

$1,546

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/3

14:00-03:55

2 stops29h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 15/3

18:32-12:35

2 stops27h 03m

$1,565

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/2

14:15-23:59

2 stops25h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/3

16:39-08:30

2 stops23h 51m

$1,626

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 23/5

13:15-05:12

2 stops29h 57m

$715

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/3

14:00-04:54

2 stops30h 54m

$816

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 23/5

09:15-23:04

1 stop27h 49m

$1,023

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/3

11:20-17:35

1 stop46h 15m

$1,102

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Deals found on 23/1

Best time to book a flight to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Detroit

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 16 January 2026.

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 24 hours 35 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 $688
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $874
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $615
Air Canada
Air Canada
From $1,034

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Detroit are United Airlines, American 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 24 January 2026.
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
8,110 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

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
8,110 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,110 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

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
974 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,110 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

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
9,193 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,110 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

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
11,193 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,110 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

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
10,652 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,110 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

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, Qantas Airways 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 $157, while return flights cost around $337.

  • How much is a return flight to Detroit?

    A return flight to Detroit will typically cost around $482, however they can be found for as little as $337.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Detroit depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Detroit, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (24 hours 35 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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