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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $1,930

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — DTW
29 Apr — 6 May1
1 adult
Mon 29/4
Mon 6/5

The best prices from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in October or September, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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 24 April 2024.

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$3,270

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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are generally found to be more expensive on Friday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

To save up to 62% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 40 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $3,103 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $3,103 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

November can be a great time to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Melbourne Airport with a flight ticket averaging about $3,074. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of November for as cheap as $1,780. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (MEL - DTW)?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 45% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Detroit

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Melbourne and Detroit. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 598,797 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest United Airlines flights we've detected travelling from Melbourne to Detroit. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Wed 16/1011:55MEL - DTW
1 stop21h 43mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/1219:40DTW - MEL
1 stop22h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/4$3,004
Mon 7/1011:55MEL - DTW
1 stop33h 32mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/1119:40DTW - MEL
1 stop22h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/4$3,016
Thu 29/810:55MEL - DTW
1 stop21h 48mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/907:28DTW - MEL
1 stop34h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4$3,078

Cheap Emirates flights from Melbourne to Detroit

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Melbourne and Detroit. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 598,797 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Emirates flights travelling from Melbourne to Detroit. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Tue 15/1003:25MEL - DTW
3 stops57h 46mEmirates
Tue 3/1216:00DTW - MEL
2 stops39h 20mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$4,368
Tue 15/1003:25MEL - DTW
3 stops57h 46mEmirates
Tue 3/1216:00DTW - MEL
3 stops36h 35mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$4,378

Cheap Melbourne to Detroit flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Detroit specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 598,797 searches. Prices were last updated on 24 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Melbourne to Detroit in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Thu 30/508:15MEL - DTW
2 stops28h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 16/614:57DTW - MEL
1 stop24h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,962
Thu 30/512:00MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 17/610:52DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,968
Fri 31/513:00MEL - DTW
1 stop21h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 19/612:00DTW - MEL
1 stop27h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,976
Thu 30/507:30MEL - DTW
2 stops29h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 22/619:42DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,988
Fri 31/513:00MEL - DTW
1 stop39h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 18/619:37DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$2,004
Fri 31/513:00MEL - DTW
1 stop24h 14mAmerican Airlines
Fri 21/614:57DTW - MEL
1 stop24h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$2,025
Fri 31/513:00MEL - DTW
1 stop21h 34mAmerican Airlines
Thu 20/619:37DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$2,053
Fri 31/521:15MEL - DTW
2 stops27h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 17/606:52DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$2,169
Thu 30/520:00MEL - DTW
3 stops52h 37mAir Canada
Mon 3/616:00DTW - MEL
3 stops29h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 22/4$2,627

Melbourne to Detroit 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Detroit in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 598,797 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Melbourne to Detroit in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 3/621:15MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 19/606:15DTW - MEL
2 stops33h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,930
Tue 4/621:15MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 18/610:52DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,931
Thu 30/508:15MEL - DTW
2 stops28h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 16/614:57DTW - MEL
1 stop24h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,962
Thu 30/512:00MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 17/610:52DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,968
Mon 3/621:15MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 22/619:42DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,974
Sun 2/613:00MEL - DTW
1 stop24h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 19/614:57DTW - MEL
1 stop24h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,976
Sun 2/613:00MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 19/611:53DTW - MEL
2 stops27h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,979
Sun 2/613:00MEL - DTW
1 stop24h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 19/611:53DTW - MEL
2 stops27h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,981
Thu 30/507:30MEL - DTW
2 stops29h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 22/619:42DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,988

Find flights from Melbourne to Detroit within your budget

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 598,797 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.

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$1,930 - $3,482

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MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 3/6

2 stops25h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 19/6

2 stops33h 30m

$1,930

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 4/6

2 stops25h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 18/6

2 stops28h 53m

$1,931

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 24/5

3 stops27h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 31/5

3 stops33h 15m

$2,576

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 30/5

3 stops52h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/6

3 stops29h 05m

$2,627

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 1/6

2 stops30h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 20/6

2 stops32h 35m

$2,686

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 15/10

2 stops36h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/12

2 stops34h 55m

$2,692

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 30/5

2 stops24h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 19/6

2 stops28h 38m

$2,695

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 16/10

1 stop21h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/12

1 stop22h 20m

$3,004

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 3/6

2 stops35h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 17/6

3 stops36h 20m

$3,482

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Deals found on 23/4

When is the best time to 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 28 January 2024.
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 85 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Detroit by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to Detroit by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Detroit is currently $0 while a return flight costs $2,625. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Detroit by month

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

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Temperature

-4 - 23 °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 24 April 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Melbourne to Detroit, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Emirates and Japan Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,487 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,481 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,070 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,480 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,006 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

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.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for under $2,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for under $2,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $1,930, but on average you can expect to pay $2,083.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($1,930), Air Canada ($2,627), and Japan Airlines ($2,686) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. American Airlines is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Before booking your flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, Air New Zealand or Qantas Airways.

  • What does MEL to DTW mean?

    Great question - MEL to DTW just means Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Detroit that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Detroit flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Detroit with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Detroit flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Detroit that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Detroit?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Detroit flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 23/4.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit

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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,579Average$1,720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,780Average$1,995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,056Average$3,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,078Average$2,761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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