Cheap flights from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $768

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTW
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,205

One-way from

$768

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$2,404
5/12-12/12
  • 5/12-12/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 4/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 39h 18m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 38% potential increase in price ($1,703 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($230 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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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 7 November 2025.

Fri 5/1216:05MEL - DTW
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1217:30DTW - MEL
1 stop24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,205
Mon 22/1211:30MEL - DTW
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 29/1218:00DTW - MEL
2 stops48h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,522
Fri 5/1210:10MEL - DTW
1 stop29h 11mDelta
Fri 12/1210:36DTW - MEL
2 stops29h 24mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,908
Sat 20/1213:55MEL - DTW
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1209:46DTW - MEL
2 stops34h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,541
Mon 22/1211:30MEL - DTW
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1211:53DTW - MEL
1 stop25h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,544
Sun 21/1213:00MEL - DTW
1 stop32h 06mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/1205:49DTW - MEL
2 stops35h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,551
Fri 5/1216:05MEL - DTW
1 stop38h 52mQantas Airways
Fri 12/1211:48DTW - MEL
1 stop25h 12mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$3,061
Thu 4/1200:45MEL - DTW
2 stops33h 30mCathay Pacific
Fri 12/1215:49DTW - MEL
2 stops39h 11mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$3,075

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Detroit

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Depart

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Price

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 5/12

16:05-22:55

1 stop22h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/12

17:30-09:30

1 stop24h 00m

$1,205

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

14:35-00:24

1 stop23h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 24/5

13:18-06:45

2 stops27h 27m

$1,233

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

10:55-20:40

1 stop23h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 24/5

17:25-08:15

1 stop24h 50m

$1,243

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

10:10-15:26

1 stop21h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

20:13-08:00

2 stops43h 47m

$1,460

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 22/12

11:30-22:30

2 stops27h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 29/12

18:00-10:00

2 stops48h 00m

$1,522

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

13:00-20:17

2 stops23h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

16:40-09:30

2 stops48h 50m

$1,576

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

09:45-23:59

2 stops28h 14m

$768

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

09:45-12:20

2 stops40h 35m

$768

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

09:45-22:00

2 stops26h 15m

$768

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 15/12

13:00-17:07

2 stops44h 07m

$777

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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 31 October 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 month to book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $649). Flying from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,760). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 7 November 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 38% on flights from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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 7 November 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.

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

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 21h 16m. Fly via American Airlines, United Airlines, or Delta 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 $849. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,151 and $1,274, respectively. These flights start at 51% 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $649). Flying from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,760). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit

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American AirlinesCheapest$849Average$1,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,151Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,274Average$2,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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