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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $671

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTW
6 Mar — 13 Mar1
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 4 February 2026.

Wed 20/513:35
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop22h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 21/1012:08
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop25h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,136
Wed 20/513:35
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop23h 24m
American Airlines
Tue 20/1018:08
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop43h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,137
Fri 6/210:10
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops25h 19m
Delta
Thu 19/220:20
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops43h 40m
Delta
Deal found 3/2$1,163
Tue 19/516:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops39h 41m
American Airlines
Wed 21/1012:08
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop25h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,179
Tue 19/518:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops38h 26m
American Airlines
Fri 23/1018:08
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops25h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,232
Tue 3/306:05
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops25h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/316:01
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops28h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,270
Tue 30/610:55
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops35h 38m
United Airlines
Wed 15/711:00
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops30h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,304
Fri 1/509:30
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops23h 30m
United Airlines
Thu 7/521:24
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops44h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,307
Wed 24/609:30
MEL
-
DTW
3 stops28h 13m
United Airlines
Sat 11/711:00
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops31h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,324
Fri 1/513:35
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop22h 08m
Qantas Airways
Thu 7/519:45
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops45h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/2$1,336

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 4 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,136

One-way from

$671

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,230
20/5-21/10
  • 20/5-21/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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30/4
  • 30/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($852 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($140 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Detroit that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 4 February 2026.
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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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

06:05-15:09

2 stops25h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/3

16:01-11:35

2 stops28h 34m

$1,270

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 6/7

10:55-23:43

2 stops26h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 15/7

07:28-08:15

2 stops34h 47m

$1,304

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 4/7

10:55-22:14

2 stops25h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/7

11:00-08:15

2 stops31h 15m

$1,304

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 5/7

09:30-20:22

2 stops24h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/7

06:24-08:15

1 stop35h 51m

$1,304

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 6/7

10:55-23:43

2 stops26h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/7

11:00-08:15

2 stops31h 15m

$1,304

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 30/6

10:55-05:15

1 stop32h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/7

08:50-08:15

2 stops33h 25m

$1,304

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 4/7

10:55-22:14

2 stops25h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 15/7

08:50-08:15

2 stops33h 25m

$1,304

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 30/6

10:55-08:33

2 stops35h 38m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 15/7

11:00-07:30

2 stops30h 30m

$1,304

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 2/7

10:55-22:12

2 stops25h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 15/7

07:28-08:15

2 stops34h 47m

$1,304

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 1/7

09:30-22:12

2 stops26h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/7

08:50-08:15

2 stops33h 25m

$1,304

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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 30 January 2026.

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 $602). Flying from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,585). 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 4 February 2026.
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
986 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Jan 2026

WYA - ADL

Bad. Second time in a week the flight got delayed. This time for 1.5 hours. Hopefully this is not going to be a pattern.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
986 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
986 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Jan 2026

WYA - ADL

Bad. Second time in a week the flight got delayed. This time for 1.5 hours. Hopefully this is not going to be a pattern.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
986 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Jan 2026

WYA - ADL

Bad. Second time in a week the flight got delayed. This time for 1.5 hours. Hopefully this is not going to be a pattern.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,222 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
986 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Jan 2026

WYA - ADL

Bad. Second time in a week the flight got delayed. This time for 1.5 hours. Hopefully this is not going to be a pattern.

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 26h 48m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. Melbourne and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are separated by a distance of 15920 km.

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

    Flying on Qantas Airways is currently your cheapest option to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with prices starting at $602. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $674 and $1,058, respectively. These flights start at 57% 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 $602). Flying from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,585). 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

Discover the top 3 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 4 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$602Average$2,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$674Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,058Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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