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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $784

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 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTW
5 Sep — 12 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Detroit

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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 6 August 2026.

Thu 1/1006:00 -
3 stops46h 12m
Fri 30/1018:20 -
3 stops50h 45m
Deal found 1/8$1,466
Fri 14/810:55 -
1 stop21h 11m
Fri 21/812:35 -
2 stops29h 40m
Deal found 31/7$1,479
Thu 6/810:55 -
2 stops25h 48m
Wed 19/815:29 -
2 stops26h 01m
Deal found 1/8$1,483
Fri 28/810:55 -
1 stop21h 11m
Fri 4/919:18 -
1 stop22h 57m
Deal found 5/8$1,486
Sun 30/810:55 -
1 stop21h 11m
Sun 6/906:15 -
2 stops36h 00m
Deal found 2/8$1,488
Thu 6/810:55 -
2 stops26h 49m
Fri 14/815:29 -
2 stops26h 46m
Deal found 2/8$1,489
Wed 30/906:00 -
3 stops46h 12m
Sun 11/1018:50 -
3 stops51h 45m
Deal found 2/8$1,517
Wed 12/820:30 -
3 stops55h 46m
Mon 17/818:50 -
3 stops50h 15m
Deal found 2/8$1,529
Wed 12/820:50 -
3 stops55h 26m
Mon 17/818:50 -
3 stops50h 15m
Deal found 4/8$1,567
Fri 2/1006:00 -
3 stops46h 12m
Thu 15/1014:55 -
3 stops36h 20m
Deal found 3/8$1,592
Wed 2/910:00 -
2 stops26h 33m
Wed 9/914:54 -
2 stops26h 56m
Deal found 2/8$1,668

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 6 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,466

One-way from

$784

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,507
1/10-30/10
  • 1/10-30/10
  • 6 total stops
  • 96h 57m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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3/9
  • 3/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($262 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($85 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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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 6 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneDetroit

MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 28/8

09:30-22:30

2 stops27h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/9

12:35-07:30

2 stops28h 55m

$1,486

MelbourneDetroit

MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

10:55-22:25

2 stops25h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 19/9

07:34-08:15

2 stops34h 41m

$1,486

MelbourneDetroit

MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 30/8

10:55-18:06

1 stop21h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/9

06:15-08:15

2 stops36h 00m

$1,488

MelbourneDetroit

MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 24/12

12:00-23:06

1 stop27h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 26/1

12:40-09:50

1 stop29h 10m

$1,760

MelbourneDetroit

MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 2/10

10:00-18:58

1 stop22h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 15/10

20:07-08:50

2 stops45h 43m

$1,808

MelbourneDetroit

MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 1/10

10:55-18:37

1 stop21h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 30/10

10:49-09:30

2 stops31h 41m

$1,876

MelbourneDetroit

MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 30/9

10:55-06:31

1 stop33h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/10

19:40-09:15

1 stop22h 35m

$1,878
Fastest return journey

MelbourneDetroit

MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

10:55-23:54

2 stops26h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/9

15:29-07:30

2 stops26h 01m

$1,878
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneDetroit

MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 10/8

13:30-11:55

3 stops36h 25m

$851

MelbourneDetroit

MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

10:55-23:59

2 stops27h 04m

$925

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $973). Flying from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,165). 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.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights typically cost between $1,351 and $2,104 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,466 on Multiple Airlines (1 Oct–30 Oct).

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 6 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,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.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,492 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Danielle,Aug 2023

RSW - DTW

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!
Delta
7.8
Good
8,492 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,492 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Danielle,Aug 2023

RSW - DTW

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,079 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,492 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Danielle,Aug 2023

RSW - DTW

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,072 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,492 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Danielle,Aug 2023

RSW - DTW

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,863 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,492 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Danielle,Aug 2023

RSW - DTW

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!

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. 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 American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with prices starting at $836. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $860 and $1,027, respectively. These flights start at 44% 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $973). Flying from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,165). 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 6 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$836Average$1,448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$860Average$2,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,027Average$1,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,414Average$2,724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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