Cheap flights from Australia to Detroit from $602

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 16/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — DTT
20 Dec — 27 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 20 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,029

One-way from

$602

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,899
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 12/3-16/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 78h 35m total
  • Australia to Detroit
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 16/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 50m total
  • Australia to Detroit
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($740 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($132 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 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 20 November 2025.

Fri 19/1213:00MEL - DTW
2 stops40h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 29/1218:00DTW - MEL
2 stops47h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/11$1,226
Thu 18/1208:30MEL - DTW
2 stops31h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 30/1209:12DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,555
Thu 20/1106:30SYD - DTW
2 stops28h 16mQantas Airways
Tue 25/1115:50DTW - SYD
2 stops37h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/11$1,660
Wed 26/1121:55SYD - DTW
2 stops32h 27mQantas Airways
Wed 24/1215:32DTW - SYD
2 stops28h 43mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/11$1,678
Fri 21/1111:20SYD - DTW
2 stops26h 57mAir Canada
Thu 11/1209:10DTW - SYD
2 stops29h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 20/11$2,263
Tue 23/1213:00MEL - DTW
2 stops50h 43mUnited Airlines
Sat 24/114:07DTW - MEL
2 stops51h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,496
Thu 20/1119:40SYD - DTW
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1210:29DTW - SYD
2 stops30h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,513
Mon 22/1213:00MEL - DTW
1 stop32h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 30/1209:12DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,561
Fri 21/1106:30SYD - DTW
2 stops24h 30mQantas Airways
Thu 11/1211:48DTW - SYD
1 stop27h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/11$2,578
Fri 21/1114:00SYD - DTW
3 stops35h 42mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1206:00DTW - SYD
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,613
Fri 12/1213:00MEL - DTW
1 stop22h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1205:49DTW - MEL
2 stops35h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,639
Thu 20/1117:00SYD - DTW
3 stops35h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1107:00DTW - SYD
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$2,645

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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

13:00-20:26

2 stops23h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 13/2

10:28-10:00

2 stops31h 32m

$1,225

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

13:00-22:30

2 stops25h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/2

16:45-09:30

2 stops24h 45m

$1,225

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 3/2

11:30-22:10

2 stops26h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 16/2

14:20-09:30

2 stops27h 10m

$1,225

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 31/1

13:00-20:26

2 stops23h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 15/2

14:20-10:00

2 stops27h 40m

$1,225

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

13:00-20:26

2 stops23h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/2

16:45-10:00

2 stops25h 15m

$1,225

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

10:55-23:37

2 stops26h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/5

08:15-08:15

2 stops34h 00m

$1,225

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 31/1

13:00-21:14

1 stop24h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/2

16:45-10:00

2 stops25h 15m

$1,225

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

13:00-21:14

1 stop24h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 14/2

14:20-10:00

2 stops27h 40m

$1,225

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

13:00-20:26

2 stops23h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/2

10:28-09:30

2 stops31h 02m

$1,225

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 29/1

13:00-22:10

2 stops25h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/2

16:45-10:00

2 stops25h 15m

$1,225

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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 $651). Flying from Australia to Detroit in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,155). 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 20 November 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 20 November 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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

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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 23h 26m. Fly via United Airlines, Air Canada, or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. Australia and Detroit are separated by a distance of 15920 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 $602. United Airlines flights start at $779 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $1,104 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 $651). Flying from Australia to Detroit in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,155). 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$851Average$1,358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,061Average$1,523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,064Average$2,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,129Average$1,698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapest$1,248Average$1,763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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