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Cheap flights from Australia to Detroit from $916

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 19/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — DTT
19 Jun — 26 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 May 2026.

Wed 17/609:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops25h 49m
American Airlines
Thu 23/708:10
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops32h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 17/5$1,462
Tue 4/809:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops26h 37m
American Airlines
Fri 28/820:51
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops43h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 18/5$1,463
Sun 14/609:30
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops52h 27m
United Airlines
Sat 18/711:00
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops55h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/5$1,477
Wed 5/810:55
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop32h 25m
United Airlines
Mon 31/819:18
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop22h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/5$1,479
Fri 3/710:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops37h 25m
Delta
Tue 28/717:40
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops48h 10m
Delta
Deal found 17/5$1,487
Tue 4/809:30
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops27h 13m
United Airlines
Tue 25/809:15
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops31h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/5$1,489
Fri 7/810:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop23h 15m
Delta
Mon 31/816:59
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop24h 51m
Delta
Deal found 18/5$1,490
Tue 25/809:30
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops27h 09m
United Airlines
Tue 15/916:26
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops24h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/5$1,490
Sat 6/610:55
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops27h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/608:50
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$1,499
Sat 6/609:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops23h 29m
American Airlines
Wed 17/616:10
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop22h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/5$1,507
Mon 15/609:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops26h 53m
American Airlines
Mon 20/719:50
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 17/5$1,515
Mon 1/609:30
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops26h 54m
Air New Zealand
Tue 9/617:29
DTW
-
SYD
1 stop23h 26m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/5$1,522

Find 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 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,462

One-way from

$916

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,909
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 17/6-23/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 24m total
  • Australia to Detroit
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 19/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 59m total
  • Australia to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($542 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($113 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia 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 20 May 2026.
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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 9/8

09:30-22:19

2 stops26h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 31/8

19:18-08:15

1 stop22h 57m

$1,479

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 10/8

10:55-23:54

2 stops26h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 30/8

19:18-08:15

1 stop22h 57m

$1,479

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 10/6

10:00-00:11

2 stops28h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 23/6

18:10-07:50

2 stops47h 40m

$1,487

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/7

09:30-20:22

2 stops24h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 15/8

06:15-07:00

2 stops58h 45m

$1,569
Fastest return journey

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/6

10:20-16:27

1 stop20h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 14/6

17:29-06:55

1 stop23h 26m

$1,590

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/6

10:20-16:27

1 stop20h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 13/6

17:29-06:55

1 stop23h 26m

$1,661

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/7

09:15-23:19

1 stop28h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 15/8

18:25-06:50

1 stop22h 25m

$1,702

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

10:00-19:15

1 stop23h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 17/8

10:30-07:50

2 stops31h 20m

$1,840

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 14/6

10:55-05:20

1 stop32h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/7

17:29-08:15

1 stop24h 46m

$1,972

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Wed 26/8

07:00-22:56

2 stops29h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 14/9

16:10-09:20

2 stops27h 10m

$2,095

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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Detroit (average of $503). Flying from Australia to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,011). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Australia to Detroit?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Australia to Detroit, you should look to book at least 80 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.

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 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,037 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,736 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,642 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,065 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia 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 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 26h 49m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, 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 most popular routes from Australia to Detroit?

    While some choose either Sydney Kingsford Smith - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County or Brisbane - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, Melbourne - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the most popular route 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Detroit (average of $503). Flying from Australia to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,011). 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 6 airlines flying from Australia to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Detroit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 20 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$802Average$1,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$922Average$1,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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DeltaCheapest$926Average$1,565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$960Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$996Average$1,433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,309Average$2,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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