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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $763

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 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTW
25 Aug — 1 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 26 July 2026.

Wed 5/810:55
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops26h 49m
United Airlines
Mon 17/819:18
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop22h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,492
Wed 12/809:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops23h 47m
American Airlines
Mon 17/821:03
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops65h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/7$1,557
Tue 11/810:55
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops36h 43m
United Airlines
Sat 12/916:25
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops25h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/7$1,566
Mon 19/1014:35
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop21h 52m
Qantas Airways
Sat 7/1118:00
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop43h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 25/7$1,650
Mon 12/1009:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops24h 07m
American Airlines
Sun 6/1212:00
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops29h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/7$1,659
Mon 16/1112:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop23h 14m
Delta
Mon 18/118:20
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops47h 30m
Delta
Deal found 24/7$1,673
Wed 2/910:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop21h 05m
Delta
Wed 9/912:15
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops29h 35m
Delta
Deal found 23/7$1,675
Tue 13/1011:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop23h 03m
Delta
Sun 6/1210:30
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops31h 20m
Delta
Deal found 22/7$1,678
Sun 11/1015:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops42h 24m
American Airlines
Sun 6/1212:00
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops29h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/7$1,702
Mon 19/1014:35
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops25h 00m
American Airlines
Sat 7/1111:00
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops26h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,723
Thu 8/1009:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops26h 49m
American Airlines
Fri 4/1210:22
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops31h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/7$1,729
Mon 16/1112:45
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop27h 13m
United Airlines
Mon 18/107:00
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop35h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,732

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 26 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,492

One-way from

$763

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,443
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 5/8-17/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 22m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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26/8
  • 26/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 34m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($253 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($85 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 26 July 2026.
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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

10:55-23:44

2 stops26h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 17/8

19:18-08:15

1 stop22h 57m

$1,492

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 1/10

09:45-21:09

2 stops25h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/11

10:25-05:00

2 stops26h 35m

$1,675

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

10:00-21:33

2 stops25h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/9

14:54-07:50

2 stops26h 56m

$1,675

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

11:00-19:03

1 stop23h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/12

10:30-09:50

2 stops31h 20m

$1,678

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 6/9

10:00-23:43

1 stop27h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 13/9

17:40-07:50

2 stops48h 10m

$1,742

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

10:00-21:33

2 stops25h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 17/8

12:15-07:50

2 stops29h 35m

$1,867

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

10:55-23:55

2 stops27h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 15/9

14:07-08:15

2 stops28h 08m

$1,881
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 26/8

10:55-18:06

1 stop21h 11m

$962

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

10:55-11:27

2 stops38h 32m

$1,215

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 23/8

10:55-18:06

1 stop21h 11m

$1,232

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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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $982). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,186). 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?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights typically cost between $1,355 and $1,805 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,492 on United Airlines (5 Aug–17 Aug).

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 26 July 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
655 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
655 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
655 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,067 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
655 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,037 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
655 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,844 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
655 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

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 25h 24m. Fly via United Airlines, American 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 ($844), Delta ($868), and United Airlines ($1,037) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. American Airlines is 45% 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $982). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,186). 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 26 July 2026.
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American AirlinesCheapest$844Average$1,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,037Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,305Average$1,901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,493Average$2,417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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