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$1,038+ 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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DTT
15 Apr — 22 Apr1
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 16 March 2026.

Sun 26/413:15
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/515:46
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops30h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,744
Fri 12/609:55
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops26h 29m
Air New Zealand
Sun 25/1008:15
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops35h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/3$1,811
Mon 27/407:50
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops30h 07m
Air New Zealand
Mon 4/509:00
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops33h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/3$1,814
Thu 23/711:55
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops24h 29m
Air New Zealand
Wed 5/810:55
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops33h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/3$1,851
Wed 14/1022:05
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops35h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 25/1021:05
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/3$2,019
Tue 28/419:45
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops49h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/515:46
DTW
-
SYD
1 stop25h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/3$2,036
Thu 11/611:55
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops24h 29m
Air New Zealand
Sat 24/1011:06
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops30h 39m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/3$2,100
Tue 19/520:45
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops47h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/717:29
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops35h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$2,120
Tue 11/820:45
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops33h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/916:46
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops36h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3$2,123
Tue 4/809:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops50h 20m
Air Canada
Tue 25/810:15
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops31h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 15/3$2,132

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 16 March 2026.

Return from

$1,645

One-way from

$1,038

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,492
30/4-13/5
  • 30/4-13/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 09m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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21/5
  • 21/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 28m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($347 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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Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/4

11:55-07:20

2 stops33h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/5

15:46-07:30

1 stop25h 44m

$2,238

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/7

10:20-16:27

1 stop20h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/8

17:29-06:55

1 stop23h 26m

$2,400

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/7

10:20-16:27

1 stop20h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/8

17:29-06:55

1 stop23h 26m

$2,400

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/5

10:20-18:50

1 stop22h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/7

17:29-06:55

1 stop23h 26m

$2,457

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/7

10:20-16:27

1 stop20h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/8

17:29-06:55

1 stop23h 26m

$2,470

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/8

10:20-16:27

1 stop20h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 31/8

16:21-07:00

2 stops24h 39m

$2,516
Fastest return journey

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/8

10:20-16:27

1 stop20h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/9

19:03-06:55

1 stop21h 52m

$2,516

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/6

10:20-16:27

1 stop20h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 18/6

06:34-06:55

1 stop34h 21m

$2,516

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/8

09:30-22:19

2 stops26h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/9

19:03-06:55

1 stop21h 52m

$2,516

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/6

10:20-16:27

1 stop20h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 18/6

17:29-06:55

1 stop23h 26m

$2,516

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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 13 March 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 59 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 $980
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $985
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,185
Air Canada
Air Canada
From $1,016

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

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

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 16 March 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
8,289 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,289 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,289 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
1,004 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,289 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
9,429 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,289 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
7.1
Good
11,466 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,289 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
10,806 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,289 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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, Air New Zealand 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 $154, while return flights cost around $212.

  • How much is a return flight to Detroit?

    A return flight to Detroit will typically cost around $298, however they can be found for as little as $212.

  • 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 (20 hours 14 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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