$969+ 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 25/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DTT
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
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 9 June 2026.

Mon 24/810:20
SYD
-
DTW
1 stop21h 49m
United Airlines
Mon 14/919:18
DTW
-
SYD
1 stop21h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,493
Mon 24/812:00
SYD
-
DTW
1 stop20h 47m
Qantas Airways
Tue 15/917:10
DTW
-
SYD
1 stop23h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,534
Tue 7/712:00
SYD
-
DTW
1 stop20h 59m
Qantas Airways
Sat 15/817:00
DTW
-
SYD
1 stop23h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 8/6$1,550
Tue 7/709:15
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops37h 32m
Delta
Sat 15/808:27
DTW
-
SYD
1 stop32h 23m
Delta
Deal found 7/6$1,553
Fri 28/812:00
SYD
-
DTW
1 stop41h 59m
American Airlines
Tue 15/917:10
DTW
-
SYD
1 stop23h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,558
Sat 29/810:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops24h 05m
United Airlines
Sun 13/912:35
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops28h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,563
Tue 7/709:10
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops27h 11m
American Airlines
Sat 15/812:40
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops28h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,568

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 9 June 2026.

Return from

$1,493

One-way from

$969

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,502
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 24/8-14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 26m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 25/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 22m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($374 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($79 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in June 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/7

09:15-08:47

2 stops37h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 15/8

08:50-06:50

2 stops32h 00m

$1,553

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/7

10:20-16:27

1 stop20h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 26/7

05:30-06:55

2 stops35h 25m

$1,575

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/8

09:10-21:33

2 stops26h 23m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 29/9

14:52-07:05

2 stops26h 13m

$1,611
Fastest return journey

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 30/8

10:20-23:59

2 stops27h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/9

16:25-06:55

2 stops24h 30m

$1,634

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 25/8

09:15-06:05

1 stop34h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 30/9

18:18-06:50

1 stop22h 32m

$1,716

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/7

09:15-05:43

1 stop34h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 26/7

08:35-06:50

1 stop32h 15m

$1,753

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/8

09:20-21:40

3 stops50h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 25/8

10:15-07:20

3 stops31h 05m

$1,788
Cheapest one-way

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/6

09:15-00:59

2 stops29h 44m

$1,058

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 26/6

09:30-09:52

2 stops38h 22m

$1,066

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/11

10:40-06:26

2 stops35h 46m

$1,100

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 8/6

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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 47 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 cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

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

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).

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

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 9 June 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.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,

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 $153, while return flights cost around $328.

  • How much is a return flight to Detroit?

    A return flight to Detroit will typically cost around $469, 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, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 57 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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