Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $774

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 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTW
14 dic — 21 dic1
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 (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 14 novembre 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,216

One-way from

$774

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$2,384
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 23/12-24/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 76h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
Delta
  • Delta
  • 20/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 04m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 39% potential increase in price ($1,695 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($228 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 14 novembre 2025.

mar 23/1211:30MEL - DTW
2 stops43h 40mUnited Airlines
sab 24/109:00DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,216
mer 10/1210:10MEL - DTW
1 stop24h 55mDelta
mer 17/1212:32DTW - MEL
1 stop27h 28mDelta
Deal found 12/11$2,167
dom 23/1112:00MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 50mAmerican Airlines
mer 18/208:59DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,452
gio 11/1211:30MEL - DTW
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
gio 18/1209:06DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,944
sab 22/1100:45MEL - DTW
2 stops34h 42mMultiple Airlines
mer 18/215:58DTW - MEL
2 stops47h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$3,096
mar 9/1200:45MEL - DTW
2 stops35h 38mMultiple Airlines
mer 17/1213:27DTW - MEL
3 stops34h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$3,531
gio 11/1207:00MEL - DTW
2 stops32h 59mMultiple Airlines
gio 18/1208:34DTW - MEL
3 stops34h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$3,644
gio 11/1216:05MEL - DTW
1 stop22h 45mAmerican Airlines
gio 18/1211:53DTW - MEL
1 stop25h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 13/11$3,789
mar 9/1200:45MEL - DTW
2 stops33h 30mCathay Pacific
mer 17/1215:44DTW - MEL
2 stops39h 16mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/11$3,963

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport 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

Return

Price

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

mar 23/12

13:00-10:33

2 stops37h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sab 24/1

09:00-09:30

2 stops32h 30m

$1,218

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

mer 18/2

10:10-15:26

1 stop21h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom 22/2

20:13-08:00

2 stops43h 47m

$1,456

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

mer 18/2

06:00-15:08

2 stops25h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom 22/2

15:58-13:35

2 stops29h 37m

$1,669

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

mer 10/12

10:10-19:05

1 stop24h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mer 17/12

12:32-08:00

1 stop27h 28m

$2,167

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

gio 11/12

13:00-19:04

1 stop22h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

gio 18/12

06:00-09:30

2 stops35h 30m

$2,944

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

sab 4/4

15:35-17:54

1 stop41h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven 24/4

16:08-05:00

1 stop22h 52m

$3,034

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

ven 3/4

00:45-00:20

2 stops38h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven 24/4

10:44-22:15

2 stops45h 31m

$3,156

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

sab 4/4

09:00-17:54

2 stops23h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven 24/4

15:36-10:05

3 stops28h 29m

$3,682

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

ven 20/3

12:00-23:34

2 stops26h 34m

$774

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

ven 20/3

09:10-22:14

1 stop28h 04m

$774

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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 Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 7 November 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should look to book at least 87 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $644). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,695). 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 14 novembre 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 50% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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 14 novembre 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, United Airlines, andAmerican 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.

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

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

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

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

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

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

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

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?

    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. 3 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 16m. Fly via United Airlines or Delta 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, American Airlines ($842), United Airlines ($1,142), and Qantas Airways ($1,263) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. American Airlines is 50% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $774. Delta flights start at $774 while deals on Air Canada start at $919 one-way.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $644). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,695). 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$842Average$1,182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,142Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,263Average$2,262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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