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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $771

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 22/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTW
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,272

One-way from

$771

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,979
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 25/7-8/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 36m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 22/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($1,175 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($193 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 4 July 2025.

Fri 25/709:45MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/813:02DTW - MEL
2 stops25h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,272
Fri 25/706:00MEL - DTW
3 stops47h 26mAir Canada
Fri 8/811:05DTW - MEL
3 stops34h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 3/7$1,391
Mon 21/712:05MEL - DTW
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 30/713:32DTW - MEL
2 stops31h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,613
Wed 23/715:05MEL - DTW
1 stop21h 18mQantas Airways
Sat 2/819:40DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/7$2,488
Wed 23/707:25MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 54mJapan Airlines
Mon 28/710:11DTW - MEL
2 stops29h 34mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/7$2,714

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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 4 July 2025.
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 25/7

09:45-22:23

2 stops26h 38m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/8

13:02-05:00

2 stops25h 58m

$1,272

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 25/7

06:00-15:26

3 stops47h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/8

11:05-11:05

3 stops34h 00m

$1,391

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 21/7

12:05-05:30

2 stops31h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 30/7

13:32-10:50

2 stops31h 18m

$1,613

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 23/7

15:05-22:23

1 stop21h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/8

19:40-05:00

1 stop43h 20m

$2,488

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 23/7

07:25-20:19

2 stops26h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 28/7

10:11-05:45

2 stops29h 34m

$2,714

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 22/7

09:45-22:35

2 stops26h 50m

$771

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 9/9

13:25-13:27

2 stops38h 02m

$823

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 23/7

15:05-22:23

1 stop21h 18m

$2,194

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Deals found on 2/7

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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 27 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 4 July 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.

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 4 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Qantas Airways, 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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,504 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,504 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,504 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
868 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,504 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,504 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,681 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,504 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

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 ($1,272), Air Canada ($1,391), and Qantas Airways ($2,488) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. American Airlines is 32% 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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American AirlinesCheapest$840Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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