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$645+ Cheap flights to Detroit

— DTT
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Detroit in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Detroit

Thu 5/1111:10 -
2 stops26h 24m
Mon 9/1116:46 -
2 stops48h 14m
Deal found 26/10$1,146
Fri 20/1114:05 -
1 stop20h 21m
Fri 4/1213:39 -
2 stops24h 46m
Deal found 26/10$1,185
Sun 1/1114:05 -
1 stop20h 29m
Fri 27/1116:36 -
2 stops27h 09m
Deal found 26/10$1,259
Tue 17/1111:10 -
2 stops28h 42m
Tue 8/1211:38 -
2 stops26h 47m
Deal found 26/10$1,341
Tue 24/1111:50 -
2 stops24h 40m
Tue 1/1212:25 -
2 stops26h 35m
Deal found 27/10$1,681
Tue 17/1114:00 -
3 stops25h 51m
Tue 8/1212:07 -
2 stops26h 18m
Deal found 26/10$1,772

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Return from

$1,185

One-way from

$645

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,685
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 20/11-4/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 07m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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1/2-31/12
  • 1/2-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 58m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($222 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($61 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/11

10:40-05:24

1 stop34h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,056
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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

$1,067

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

$1,219

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/2

11:20-19:48

2 stops24h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 28/2

19:40-14:30

2 stops26h 50m

$1,505

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

$1,578

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 25/12

21:10-23:52

2 stops42h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,580

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/12

11:50-22:28

2 stops26h 38m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,652

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/12

13:35-22:49

1 stop25h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,652

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/2

11:50-16:39

1 stop20h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/3

12:33-09:05

2 stops28h 32m

$1,665

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/2

13:20-22:24

2 stops25h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/3

10:50-09:05

2 stops30h 15m

$1,665

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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 22 hours 0 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 $971
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,035
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $838
Delta
Delta
From $857

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

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

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
8,690 reviews
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Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
8,690 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,690 reviews
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Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
1,121 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,690 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
10,451 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,690 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
11,832 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,690 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
12,211 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,690 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

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 $182, while return flights cost around $328.

  • How much is a return flight to Detroit?

    A return flight to Detroit will typically cost around $470, however they can be found for as little as $328.

  • 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 (22 hours 0 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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