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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $2,058

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTW
30 Apr — 7 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 31 March 2026.

Tue 12/509:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/506:50
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops33h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$2,058
Mon 11/509:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/508:52
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops31h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$2,108
Wed 19/808:35
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops27h 49m
Air New Zealand
Wed 2/910:55
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops34h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 30/3$2,205
Mon 11/513:35
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop22h 08m
Qantas Airways
Mon 18/515:42
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop23h 18m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 26/3$2,214
Tue 12/510:55
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop21h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 19/508:35
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop33h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/3$2,256
Mon 11/513:35
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops23h 50m
American Airlines
Mon 18/515:42
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop23h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/3$2,258
Sun 17/510:55
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop21h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 24/519:32
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops46h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/3$2,267
Sun 17/510:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop20h 56m
Delta
Sun 24/520:50
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop45h 00m
Delta
Deal found 27/3$2,277
Wed 12/812:10
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops24h 14m
Air New Zealand
Mon 17/806:15
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops38h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 31/3$2,320

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 31 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,058

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,308
12/5-19/5
  • 12/5-19/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 74h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

10:55-18:50

1 stop21h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 19/5

09:00-08:15

2 stops33h 15m

$2,256

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

10:55-18:50

1 stop21h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 24/5

19:32-08:15

2 stops46h 43m

$2,267

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

10:00-20:22

2 stops24h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 24/5

19:55-07:50

2 stops45h 55m

$2,277

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

$2,606
Fastest return journey

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

10:00-22:46

2 stops26h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/9

18:25-07:50

1 stop23h 25m

$2,813

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

10:00-19:13

1 stop23h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 17/8

12:40-07:50

1 stop29h 10m

$2,918

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 17/6

10:00-19:09

1 stop23h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/6

20:57-07:50

2 stops44h 53m

$2,970

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 26/6

10:00-23:22

1 stop27h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 24/7

09:00-07:50

2 stops32h 50m

$3,040

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

06:00-10:08

3 stops42h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 18/5

10:45-11:05

3 stops34h 20m

$3,267

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 24/6

10:55-05:20

1 stop32h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/7

15:32-08:15

2 stops50h 43m

$3,299

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $957). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,582). 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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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 31 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

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
623 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

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
1,016 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

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
9,525 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

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
11,539 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

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?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Detroit, you will be flying into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is just 27.8 km from the centre vof the city. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the only Detroit airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 21h 55m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or Japan Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 15920 km between Melbourne Airport and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($957), American Airlines ($994), and United Airlines ($1,082) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Air New Zealand is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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 Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $957). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,582). 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

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Air New ZealandCheapest$957Average$1,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$994Average$2,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,082Average$1,220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,207Average$2,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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