Cheap flights from Australia to Detroit from $811

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — DTT
16 Nov — 23 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Detroit

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Detroit flight deals. Data was last updated 17 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,407

One-way from

$811

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,287
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 13/3-17/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 05m total
  • Australia to Detroit
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 12/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 50m total
  • Australia to Detroit
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 30% potential increase in price ($1,225 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($172 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 October 2025.

Sat 15/1111:20SYD - DTW
2 stops26h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1118:15DTW - SYD
2 stops47h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,546
Wed 22/1012:05MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 54mAir New Zealand
Fri 7/1110:59DTW - MEL
2 stops31h 56mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/10$1,563
Tue 21/1012:05MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 54mAir New Zealand
Thu 23/1008:30DTW - MEL
2 stops35h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/10$1,894
Sat 15/1112:10SYD - DTW
1 stop20h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 22/1116:30DTW - SYD
2 stops46h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,914
Sun 30/1118:30BNE - DTW
2 stops35h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 7/1211:48DTW - BNE
1 stop27h 42mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/10$2,005
Sun 30/1110:40BNE - DTW
2 stops28h 25mDelta
Sun 7/1221:15DTW - BNE
2 stops44h 05mDelta
Deal found 16/10$2,026
Thu 16/1022:15BNE - DTW
2 stops55h 59mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1017:12DTW - BNE
2 stops36h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10$2,055
Mon 1/1213:00MEL - DTW
2 stops49h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/1209:15DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/10$2,105
Sun 30/1111:50SYD - DTW
2 stops41h 21mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/1214:05DTW - SYD
2 stops27h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/10$2,236
Wed 22/1010:25SYD - DTW
1 stop27h 33mDelta
Sat 1/1108:35DTW - SYD
1 stop31h 55mDelta
Deal found 15/10$2,317
Mon 15/1212:00MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 00mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/114:03DTW - MEL
2 stops27h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/10$2,350
Tue 21/1009:45MEL - DTW
2 stops27h 05mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/1107:23DTW - MEL
1 stop29h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/10$2,436

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Fly from

Australia

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Fri 13/3

09:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/3

15:30-07:45

2 stops26h 15m

$1,407

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

10:10-17:04

1 stop22h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

19:45-08:00

2 stops44h 15m

$1,458

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/11

11:20-21:46

2 stops26h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 22/11

18:15-09:35

2 stops47h 20m

$1,546

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Fri 13/3

09:40-17:04

1 stop21h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/3

20:05-07:20

2 stops45h 15m

$1,666

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/2

11:20-17:35

2 stops46h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

18:15-09:35

2 stops47h 20m

$1,674

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/11

12:10-16:39

1 stop20h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 22/11

16:30-07:00

2 stops46h 30m

$1,914

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Sun 30/11

10:40-00:05

2 stops28h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/12

21:15-08:20

2 stops44h 05m

$2,026

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 1/12

13:00-22:30

2 stops49h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/12

09:15-09:30

2 stops32h 15m

$2,105

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 30/11

11:50-13:11

2 stops41h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/12

16:47-07:00

1 stop22h 13m

$2,236

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/2

14:15-21:22

2 stops23h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

12:40-06:50

1 stop26h 10m

$2,246

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Detroit

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Detroit?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Detroit (average of $650). Flying from Australia to Detroit in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,158). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AU to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia 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 17 October 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from Australia to Detroit by exploring options for tickets at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to Detroit flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 17 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Australia to Detroit 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.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from Australia?

    Detroit All airports (DTT), located 0.9 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Australia to Detroit.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Detroit?

    There are many flights that can get you from Australia to Detroit in 20h 29m. Fly via Air Canada, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Australia and Detroit are separated by a distance of 15226 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Detroit one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $811. American Airlines flights start at $819 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $1,450 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Detroit?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia 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 Australia to Detroit?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Detroit (average of $650). Flying from Australia to Detroit in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,158). 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 Australia to Detroit

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$850Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,059Average$1,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,062Average$2,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,127Average$1,705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapest$1,246Average$1,760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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