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Cheap flights from Sydney to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $787

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 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — DTW
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 February 2026.

Sun 1/314:05
SYD
-
DTW
1 stop20h 36m
Qantas Airways
Sun 15/311:33
DTW
-
SYD
1 stop28h 22m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 24/2$1,252
Mon 18/512:00
SYD
-
DTW
1 stop23h 43m
Qantas Airways
Tue 30/616:10
DTW
-
SYD
1 stop24h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 26/2$1,258
Sun 1/321:25
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops28h 31m
American Airlines
Sun 15/310:03
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops31h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,310
Fri 1/512:00
SYD
-
DTW
1 stop23h 43m
Qantas Airways
Thu 14/519:16
DTW
-
SYD
1 stop21h 39m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 27/2$1,311
Mon 18/509:10
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops26h 33m
American Airlines
Tue 30/613:03
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops28h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,315
Mon 18/509:15
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops28h 44m
Delta
Tue 30/614:30
DTW
-
SYD
1 stop26h 20m
Delta
Deal found 25/2$1,317
Wed 20/512:00
SYD
-
DTW
1 stop23h 43m
Qantas Airways
Wed 27/516:10
DTW
-
SYD
1 stop24h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 26/2$1,322
Tue 19/512:00
SYD
-
DTW
1 stop20h 26m
American Airlines
Wed 1/713:41
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops27h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 27/2$1,327

Find flight deals from Sydney to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 28 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,258

One-way from

$787

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,571
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 18/5-30/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 28m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 35m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($276 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 28 February 2026.
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SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/5

09:10-22:59

2 stops27h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/7

13:41-07:05

2 stops27h 24m

$1,315

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

09:15-23:59

2 stops28h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 30/6

14:30-06:50

1 stop26h 20m

$1,317

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

12:00-21:43

1 stop23h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 30/6

16:10-06:55

1 stop24h 45m

$1,321

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/5

09:10-18:26

2 stops23h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 14/5

15:42-07:05

2 stops25h 23m

$1,380

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/3

06:05-21:19

2 stops30h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/3

16:01-09:50

2 stops26h 49m

$1,481

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/7

09:15-00:02

2 stops28h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 19/8

08:30-06:50

2 stops32h 20m

$1,943

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 31/3

10:15-23:59

2 stops28h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 21/4

10:35-06:50

2 stops30h 15m

$2,142

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

06:05-18:40

2 stops27h 35m

$794

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/3

13:05-21:19

1 stop23h 14m

$828

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/3

13:05-21:19

1 stop23h 14m

$828

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 87 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $748). Flying from Sydney to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,369). 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.

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 28 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Sydney to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,244 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,244 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,244 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,000 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,244 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,362 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,244 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,367 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,244 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,757 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,244 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Airlines like American Airlines, Delta, and Qantas Airways fly from Sydney to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in about 23h 43m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 01m. The distance between Sydney and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 15226 km. 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 Sydney to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Sydney to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $843 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and American Airlines, starting at $875 and $962 round-trip. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $748). Flying from Sydney to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,369). 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 5 airlines flying from Sydney to Detroit

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$843Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$875Average$2,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$962Average$1,393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$997Average$1,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapest$1,137Average$1,606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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