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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $770

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 28/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTW
27 Aug — 3 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in April or August, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Detroit (DTW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,264

One-way from

$770

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,214
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 22/9-2/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 28/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 28m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 35% potential increase in price ($1,602 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($222 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 August 2025.

Mon 22/909:45MEL - DTW
2 stops27h 16mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/1009:36DTW - MEL
2 stops31h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/8$1,264
Sun 14/1213:00MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 31mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/111:30DTW - MEL
2 stops30h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/8$1,300
Sun 14/1213:00MEL - DTW
1 stop22h 04mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/111:30DTW - MEL
2 stops30h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/8$1,307
Fri 22/809:30MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 26/811:00DTW - MEL
2 stops31h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/8$1,472
Sat 4/1010:55MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/1018:05DTW - MEL
2 stops48h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/8$1,474
Sun 21/920:45MEL - DTW
3 stops56h 44mAir Canada
Sat 4/1020:35DTW - MEL
3 stops49h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 20/8$1,784
Fri 12/1207:45MEL - DTW
3 stops49h 51mAir Canada
Sat 10/118:15DTW - MEL
3 stops51h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 21/8$2,012
Sun 14/1213:00MEL - DTW
1 stop22h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/108:55DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/8$2,111
Fri 12/1211:30MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 41mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/108:55DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/8$2,123
Fri 12/1207:45MEL - DTW
3 stops49h 51mAir Canada
Sun 11/118:15DTW - MEL
3 stops53h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 21/8$2,187
Fri 12/1207:45MEL - DTW
3 stops49h 51mAir Canada
Mon 12/118:15DTW - MEL
3 stops51h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 20/8$2,201
Sat 4/1009:45MEL - DTW
1 stop22h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/1017:44DTW - MEL
2 stops34h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/8$2,283

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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 24/9

11:55-21:48

2 stops23h 53m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/10

09:36-06:45

2 stops31h 09m

$1,264

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 22/9

15:05-16:57

1 stop39h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/10

07:00-06:45

2 stops33h 45m

$1,264

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 14/12

13:00-19:04

1 stop22h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/1

09:26-09:30

2 stops32h 04m

$1,300

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 16/12

11:30-23:57

2 stops28h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/1

08:55-10:00

2 stops33h 05m

$1,300

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 15/12

13:00-09:55

2 stops36h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/1

09:26-09:30

2 stops32h 04m

$1,300

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 15/12

13:00-09:55

2 stops36h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/1

16:55-10:00

2 stops25h 05m

$1,300

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 14/12

13:00-09:47

2 stops36h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/1

19:33-10:00

1 stop22h 27m

$1,300

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 14/12

13:00-19:04

1 stop22h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/1

08:55-10:00

2 stops33h 05m

$1,300

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 13/12

13:00-09:55

2 stops36h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/1

07:30-09:30

2 stops34h 00m

$1,300

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

13:00-13:06

2 stops40h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/1

09:26-10:00

2 stops32h 34m

$1,300

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 August 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 51% on flights from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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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 22 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways, United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
898 reviews
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Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
898 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
898 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,934 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
898 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
898 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from Melbourne?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 27.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Detroit. 3 airlines have flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 22h 04m. Fly via American Airlines or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Melbourne and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are separated by a distance of 15920 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with prices starting at $859. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,168 and $1,288, respectively. These flights start at 53% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$859Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,168Average$2,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,288Average$2,628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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