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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Detroit from $887

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 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTT
24 May — 31 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 24 April 2026.

Fri 15/513:35
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop22h 08m
Qantas Airways
Sat 30/516:15
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop22h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/4$1,447
Sat 6/609:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops25h 47m
American Airlines
Sat 13/612:02
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop26h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/4$1,478
Fri 15/510:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop20h 56m
Delta
Sat 30/519:55
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops69h 55m
Delta
Deal found 20/4$1,485
Sun 17/510:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop23h 16m
Delta
Sun 24/517:43
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops48h 07m
Delta
Deal found 21/4$1,486
Sun 7/609:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops23h 30m
American Airlines
Sun 21/613:02
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 21/4$1,503
Thu 4/609:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops23h 30m
American Airlines
Thu 11/610:20
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops30h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/4$1,522
Mon 25/509:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops23h 30m
American Airlines
Thu 4/619:20
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/4$1,557
Thu 4/613:30
MEL
-
DTW
3 stops31h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/606:30
DTW
-
MEL
3 stops39h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4$1,648
Sun 7/619:15
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops41h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/619:20
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop43h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$1,662
Sun 17/520:50
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops38h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/516:15
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$2,214
Sun 7/610:55
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop32h 25m
United Airlines
Sun 21/617:29
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop24h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/4$2,247
Thu 4/610:55
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops25h 19m
United Airlines
Thu 11/606:34
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop35h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/4$2,249

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Detroit (DTT). 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 24 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,447

One-way from

$887

Popular in

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,230
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 15/5-30/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 53m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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16/7
  • 16/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 38m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($111 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 24 April 2026.
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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

10:55-22:43

2 stops25h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/6

06:34-08:15

1 stop35h 41m

$2,249
Fastest return journey

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

10:00-17:05

1 stop21h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 17/8

16:20-07:50

2 stops25h 30m

$2,393

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

20:50-14:11

3 stops55h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 17/8

14:55-11:25

3 stops30h 30m

$2,676

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 17/6

10:00-23:22

1 stop27h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/6

20:31-07:50

2 stops45h 19m

$2,958

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 26/6

10:00-05:45

1 stop33h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 24/7

15:55-07:50

1 stop25h 55m

$3,034
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 16/7

06:25-19:03

3 stops50h 38m

$887
Fastest single journey

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

10:00-19:16

1 stop23h 16m

$917

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

06:00-22:34

3 stops30h 34m

$1,010

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 16/7

12:10-22:24

2 stops24h 14m

$1,360

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Detroit may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 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 Melbourne to Detroit?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit (average of $721). Flying from Melbourne to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,103). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Detroit?

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 24 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Detroit, such as Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,025 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,646 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,669 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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?

    Detroit All airports (DTT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit. You should not have trouble finding flights to All airports from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Detroit airport from Melbourne. It is only a 0.9 km journey from All airports (DTT) to Detroit’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Detroit?

    Airlines like Delta fly from Melbourne to Detroit in about 21h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Melbourne to Detroit is about 15920 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit round-trip?

    Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $918. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $954 and $1,038, respectively. Air New Zealand is 37% 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.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit (average of $721). Flying from Melbourne to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,103). 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 24 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$918Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$954Average$2,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,038Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,341Average$2,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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