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4 Dec — 11 Dec1
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Flights to Detroit in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Detroit

Thu 19/1111:10 -
2 stops38h 20m
Mon 23/1111:05 -
2 stops29h 55m
Deal found 2/11$1,459
Thu 5/1111:10 -
2 stops38h 17m
Mon 9/1108:01 -
2 stops32h 59m
Deal found 31/10$1,563
Tue 10/1109:15 -
2 stops27h 15m
Tue 17/1116:45 -
2 stops24h 20m
Deal found 4/11$1,665
Sun 20/1207:05 -
3 stops33h 53m
Thu 31/1207:00 -
2 stops31h 25m
Deal found 1/11$2,762
Tue 15/1220:20 -
3 stops44h 50m
Fri 15/120:05 -
2 stops31h 20m
Deal found 2/11$2,765
Tue 10/1109:10 -
3 stops35h 45m
Tue 17/1106:25 -
2 stops32h 00m
Deal found 4/11$3,012
Tue 15/1214:05 -
1 stop25h 42m
Fri 15/118:20 -
2 stops24h 45m
Deal found 2/11$3,065

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Return from

$1,459

One-way from

$983

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,417
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 19/11-23/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 15m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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25/1-31/12
  • 25/1-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 57m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($225 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($62 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/11

09:10-13:53

1 stop20h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$990

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/2

10:40-17:10

1 stop22h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,072

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/2

11:05-21:49

3 stops26h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,231

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/11

11:10-09:30

2 stops38h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/11

11:05-09:00

2 stops29h 55m

$1,463

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 14/12

14:00-20:48

3 stops46h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,593

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 23/12

11:20-23:59

2 stops28h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,596

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/2

11:50-20:23

1 stop24h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/3

17:05-09:20

1 stop24h 15m

$1,748

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/3

11:20-21:14

2 stops25h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 13/3

13:36-09:00

2 stops27h 24m

$1,828

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/3

14:05-18:46

1 stop20h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 13/3

11:38-06:55

1 stop27h 17m

$1,891

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/2

10:25-20:40

3 stops26h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/3

17:22-09:00

2 stops23h 38m

$2,102

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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

How long is the flight to Detroit?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Detroit takes 20 hours 43 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 Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Delta.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From $980
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,044
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $845
Delta
Delta
From $864

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

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

Rainfall in Detroit 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

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).

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

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 55 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

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
7.8
Good
8,698 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Salvador,Aug 2026

PHL - DTW

No food and entertainment. Also de aircraft is old and noisy.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,698 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,698 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Salvador,Aug 2026

PHL - DTW

No food and entertainment. Also de aircraft is old and noisy.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,122 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,698 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Salvador,Aug 2026

PHL - DTW

No food and entertainment. Also de aircraft is old and noisy.
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,463 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,698 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Salvador,Aug 2026

PHL - DTW

No food and entertainment. Also de aircraft is old and noisy.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,859 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,698 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Salvador,Aug 2026

PHL - DTW

No food and entertainment. Also de aircraft is old and noisy.
American Airlines
7.0
Good
12,231 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,698 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Salvador,Aug 2026

PHL - DTW

No food and entertainment. Also de aircraft is old and noisy.

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, Delta 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 $301, while return flights cost around $331.

  • How much is a return flight to Detroit?

    A return flight to Detroit will typically cost around $474, however they can be found for as little as $331.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Detroit depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Detroit, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 15 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 (1.6 km away from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County).

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