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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Detroit from $907

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 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTT
17 Jul — 24 Jul1
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 17 June 2026.

Thu 30/709:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops28h 14m
British Airways
Thu 6/810:24
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops30h 21m
British Airways
Deal found 15/6$1,421
Mon 15/609:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops26h 39m
American Airlines
Sat 4/713:34
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops25h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,448
Sun 2/809:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops25h 01m
American Airlines
Thu 26/1109:50
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop27h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/6$1,460
Sat 13/610:55
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops27h 02m
United Airlines
Thu 2/715:32
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops26h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,462
Thu 6/810:55
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops25h 24m
United Airlines
Wed 26/814:07
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/6$1,470
Sun 14/610:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops24h 22m
Delta
Sun 28/620:05
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops45h 45m
Delta
Deal found 12/6$1,473
Fri 3/710:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop27h 22m
Delta
Wed 29/708:35
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop33h 15m
Delta
Deal found 15/6$1,486
Wed 12/809:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops37h 44m
American Airlines
Mon 17/817:00
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,711

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 17 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,421

One-way from

$907

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,520
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 30/7-6/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 48m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($221 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($101 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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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 17 June 2026.
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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 17/7

09:30-22:19

2 stops26h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 25/7

05:30-08:15

2 stops36h 45m

$1,470

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

10:55-05:20

1 stop32h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 25/7

05:30-08:15

2 stops36h 45m

$1,470
Fastest return journey

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 6/8

10:55-23:44

2 stops26h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 26/8

19:18-08:15

1 stop22h 57m

$1,472

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 30/7

10:55-05:20

1 stop32h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/8

06:34-08:15

1 stop35h 41m

$1,472

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

10:00-23:59

2 stops27h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/8

12:15-07:50

2 stops29h 35m

$1,486

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

10:00-22:33

2 stops26h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 17/8

10:30-07:50

2 stops31h 20m

$1,820
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 4/10

11:55-13:04

2 stops40h 09m

$1,101
Fastest single journey

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 4/10

11:00-19:03

1 stop23h 03m

$1,101

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 18/9

10:55-22:38

2 stops49h 43m

$1,177

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 18/9

10:00-19:03

1 stop23h 03m

$1,184

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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

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 $831). Flying from Melbourne to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,115). 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?

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 23 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 June 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
645 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

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
645 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

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
1,047 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

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
9,845 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

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
11,670 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

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 United Airlines fly from Melbourne to Detroit in about 26h 49m. 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 $929. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $964 and $1,025, respectively. Air New Zealand is 36% 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 $831). Flying from Melbourne to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,115). 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 17 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$929Average$1,532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$964Average$1,481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,025Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,356Average$2,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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