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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $1,322

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTW
14 Feb — 21 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 15 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,322

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,416
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 28/2-7/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 39m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($936 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($154 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 January 2026.

Sat 28/213:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop23h 59m
United Airlines
Sat 7/313:52
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops28h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,322
Wed 18/312:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops36h 56m
American Airlines
Sun 22/319:31
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop42h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 14/1$2,364
Wed 17/612:10
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops30h 58m
Air New Zealand
Sun 21/607:00
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops37h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/1$2,457
Wed 17/610:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop27h 04m
Delta
Sun 21/619:45
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops46h 05m
Delta
Deal found 13/1$2,503
Sat 28/207:30
MEL
-
DTW
3 stops50h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/318:15
DTW
-
MEL
3 stops50h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1$2,645
Sat 28/216:05
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop23h 54m
American Airlines
Sat 7/311:40
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop25h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 13/1$2,822

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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

13:00-20:59

1 stop23h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/3

13:52-10:00

2 stops28h 08m

$1,322

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

12:00-09:56

2 stops36h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/3

19:31-05:00

1 stop42h 29m

$2,364

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 17/6

12:10-05:08

2 stops30h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/6

07:00-10:55

2 stops37h 55m

$2,457

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 17/6

10:00-23:04

1 stop27h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/6

19:45-07:50

2 stops46h 05m

$2,503

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

07:30-17:35

3 stops50h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/3

18:15-12:25

3 stops50h 10m

$2,645

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

16:05-23:59

1 stop23h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/3

11:40-05:00

1 stop25h 20m

$2,822

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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 January 2026.

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 $631). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,661). 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 Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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 15 January 2026.
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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
971 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Marco,Dec 2025

BOS - LAX

There was no WiFi or tv traveling from LAX to Sydney. Way too long of a flight to have nothing.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
971 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
971 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Marco,Dec 2025

BOS - LAX

There was no WiFi or tv traveling from LAX to Sydney. Way too long of a flight to have nothing.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
971 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Marco,Dec 2025

BOS - LAX

There was no WiFi or tv traveling from LAX to Sydney. Way too long of a flight to have nothing.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,132 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
971 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Marco,Dec 2025

BOS - LAX

There was no WiFi or tv traveling from LAX to Sydney. Way too long of a flight to have nothing.

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 23h 59m. Fly via United Airlines or American 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, American Airlines ($706), Qantas Airways ($885), and United Airlines ($1,109) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. American Airlines is 52% 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $631). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,661). 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 15 January 2026.
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American AirlinesCheapest$826Average$1,154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,109Average$1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,238Average$2,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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