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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Detroit from $885

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
23 maj — 30 maj1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Detroit

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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 23 kwietnia 2026.

pt. 15/513:35
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop22h 08m
Qantas Airways
sob. 30/516:15
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop22h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/4$1,444
sob. 6/609:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops25h 47m
American Airlines
sob. 13/612:02
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop26h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/4$1,475
pt. 15/510:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop20h 56m
Delta
sob. 30/519:55
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops69h 55m
Delta
Deal found 20/4$1,482
ndz. 17/510:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop23h 16m
Delta
ndz. 24/517:43
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops48h 07m
Delta
Deal found 21/4$1,483
ndz. 7/609:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops23h 30m
American Airlines
ndz. 21/613:02
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 21/4$1,500
czw. 4/609:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops23h 30m
American Airlines
czw. 11/610:20
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops30h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/4$1,519
pon. 25/509:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops23h 30m
American Airlines
czw. 4/619:20
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/4$1,554
czw. 4/613:30
MEL
-
DTW
3 stops31h 52m
Multiple Airlines
czw. 11/606:30
DTW
-
MEL
3 stops39h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4$1,645
ndz. 7/619:15
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops41h 24m
Multiple Airlines
ndz. 21/619:20
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop43h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$1,659
ndz. 17/520:50
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops38h 53m
Multiple Airlines
sob. 23/516:15
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$2,209
ndz. 7/610:55
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop32h 25m
United Airlines
ndz. 21/617:29
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop24h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/4$2,243
czw. 4/610:55
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops25h 19m
United Airlines
czw. 11/606:34
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop35h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/4$2,244

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 23 kwietnia 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,444

One-way from

$885

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,227
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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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($234 potential increase over avg. return price).
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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 23 kwietnia 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

ndz. 17/5

10:00-19:16

1 stop23h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ndz. 24/5

17:43-07:50

2 stops48h 07m

$1,483

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

pon. 25/5

10:55-22:43

2 stops25h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

czw. 4/6

06:34-08:15

1 stop35h 41m

$2,244

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

sob. 6/6

10:55-05:20

1 stop32h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sob. 13/6

17:29-08:15

1 stop24h 46m

$2,354
Fastest return journey

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

śr. 12/8

10:00-23:04

1 stop27h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

pon. 17/8

16:59-07:50

1 stop24h 51m

$2,392

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

śr. 17/6

10:00-23:22

1 stop27h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ndz. 21/6

20:31-07:50

2 stops45h 19m

$2,952

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

pt. 26/6

10:00-23:22

1 stop27h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

pt. 24/7

14:14-07:50

1 stop27h 36m

$3,032

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

pt. 26/6

09:45-20:26

2 stops24h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

pt. 24/7

13:04-06:45

2 stops27h 41m

$3,417

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

pt. 26/6

10:55-22:24

2 stops49h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

pt. 24/7

08:00-08:15

2 stops58h 15m

$3,457

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

śr. 17/6

09:30-23:43

3 stops28h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ndz. 21/6

16:10-08:15

2 stops26h 05m

$3,480
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

czw. 16/7

06:25-19:03

3 stops50h 38m

$885

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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 $719). Flying from Melbourne to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,100). 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 23 kwietnia 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

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
1,026 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
9,644 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
11,664 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 Delta and United Airlines fly from Melbourne to Detroit in about 23h 16m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 32m. The distance from Melbourne to Detroit is about 15920 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $916. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $952 and $1,036, 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 $719). Flying from Melbourne to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,100). 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 23 kwietnia 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$916Average$1,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$952Average$2,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,036Average$1,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,338Average$2,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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