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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $1,428

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTW
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in April or May, 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,428

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,584
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 5/9-18/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 31m total
  • 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 13 June 2025.

Fri 5/909:45MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 03mAmerican Airlines
Thu 18/915:17DTW - MEL
2 stops25h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6$1,428
Mon 8/918:55MEL - DTW
2 stops43h 01mAir New Zealand
Wed 17/910:40DTW - MEL
2 stops41h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/6$1,953
Thu 24/709:45MEL - DTW
1 stop33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 30/706:45DTW - MEL
2 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6$2,063
Wed 23/720:30MEL - DTW
3 stops51h 51mAir Canada
Sat 2/820:35DTW - MEL
3 stops49h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 10/6$2,336
Wed 3/915:05MEL - DTW
1 stop41h 26mQantas Airways
Wed 17/916:05DTW - MEL
1 stop22h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/6$2,427
Sat 6/907:25MEL - DTW
2 stops45h 21mJapan Airlines
Mon 15/907:00DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/6$2,593
Mon 8/910:55MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 23/917:32DTW - MEL
1 stop24h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$3,079
Tue 9/910:35MEL - DTW
2 stops41h 40mVietnam Airlines
Mon 15/913:55DTW - MEL
2 stops52h 40mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 11/6$3,227
Wed 23/722:45MEL - DTW
2 stops38h 12mQatar Airways
Thu 31/706:15DTW - MEL
2 stops50h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/6$3,230
Wed 10/921:20MEL - DTW
2 stops35h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 18/921:00DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/6$3,305
Wed 17/1210:25MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 46mDelta
Tue 30/1218:17DTW - MEL
2 stops45h 58mDelta
Deal found 12/6$3,393
Mon 8/905:15MEL - DTW
2 stops55h 07mEmirates
Sun 14/917:54DTW - MEL
2 stops37h 56mEmirates
Deal found 11/6$3,554

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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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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 5/9

09:45-21:48

2 stops26h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 18/9

15:17-06:45

2 stops25h 28m

$1,428

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 8/9

18:55-23:56

2 stops43h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 17/9

10:40-17:45

2 stops41h 05m

$1,953

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 24/7

09:45-05:30

1 stop33h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 30/7

06:45-11:25

2 stops38h 40m

$2,063

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 23/7

20:30-10:21

3 stops51h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/8

20:35-11:35

3 stops49h 00m

$2,336

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 3/9

15:05-18:31

1 stop41h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 17/9

16:05-05:00

1 stop22h 55m

$2,427

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 6/9

07:25-14:46

2 stops45h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 15/9

07:00-05:45

2 stops32h 45m

$2,593

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 8/9

10:55-22:15

2 stops25h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 23/9

17:32-08:15

1 stop24h 43m

$3,079

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 9/9

10:35-14:15

2 stops41h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 15/9

13:55-08:35

2 stops52h 40m

$3,227

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 23/7

22:45-22:57

2 stops38h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 31/7

06:15-23:10

2 stops50h 55m

$3,230

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

21:20-19:05

2 stops35h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 18/9

21:00-19:25

2 stops32h 25m

$3,305

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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 9 June 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 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 13 June 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 51% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 46.0 - 79.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 79.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 46.0 mm.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -4.0 C).

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 13 June 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

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.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($1,428), Air New Zealand ($1,953), and Air Canada ($2,336) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. American Airlines is 24% 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.

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