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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $1,404

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTW
24 Apr — 1 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 25 March 2026.

Mon 4/513:30
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/515:46
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops30h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,404
Sun 3/513:30
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/515:46
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops30h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,564
Wed 22/409:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops37h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/408:00
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,597
Sun 19/413:30
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/415:46
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops30h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,678
Sun 17/520:45
MEL
-
DTW
3 stops55h 28m
Air Canada
Sun 24/518:50
DTW
-
MEL
3 stops50h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 23/3$1,745
Fri 24/406:00
MEL
-
DTW
3 stops49h 33m
Air Canada
Mon 27/418:15
DTW
-
MEL
3 stops50h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 22/3$1,746

Find 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 25 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,404

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,286
4/5-11/5
  • 4/5-11/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 29m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

09:45-01:57

2 stops30h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/5

15:46-06:45

1 stop24h 59m

$1,748

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

09:30-23:57

2 stops28h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 29/5

16:10-08:15

2 stops26h 05m

$2,118

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

06:00-14:11

3 stops46h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 17/8

18:50-11:05

3 stops50h 15m

$2,142

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

06:00-14:13

3 stops46h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 18/5

18:50-11:35

3 stops50h 45m

$2,171
Fastest return journey

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

08:35-22:24

2 stops27h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 17/8

18:38-10:55

2 stops26h 17m

$2,346

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 17/6

07:25-22:42

2 stops29h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/6

13:03-05:45

2 stops50h 42m

$2,608

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

09:45-09:22

2 stops37h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 17/8

16:10-05:00

1 stop22h 50m

$2,657

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

09:45-09:13

2 stops37h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 18/5

15:42-05:00

1 stop23h 18m

$2,780
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 29/3

23:45-23:59

2 stops39h 14m

$1,992

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 31/3

16:10-23:59

2 stops46h 49m

$2,002

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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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $941). Flying from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,556). 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.

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 25 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
619 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
619 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
619 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,009 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
619 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,471 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
619 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,491 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
619 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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. 4 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 27h 49m. Fly via United Airlines, Air Canada, or Air New Zealand 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 Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with prices starting at $941. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $984 and $1,064, respectively. These flights start at 35% 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $941). Flying from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,556). 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Detroit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$941Average$1,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$984Average$1,367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,064Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,187Average$2,379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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