Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit from $725

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTT
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Detroit All airports are usually found in September or August, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,246

One-way from

$725

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,273
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 15/10-29/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 12m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
15/10
  • 15/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 12m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($82 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($145 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Detroit

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 12 September 2025.

Wed 15/1010:30MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 29/1014:10DTW - MEL
2 stops27h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,246
Fri 12/1211:30MEL - DTW
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/107:10DTW - MEL
1 stop34h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,264
Wed 3/1213:00MEL - DTW
1 stop22h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 19/111:05DTW - MEL
2 stops30h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,265
Wed 15/1010:30MEL - DTW
1 stop22h 28mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/1018:00DTW - MEL
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,448
Fri 12/1211:30MEL - DTW
2 stops41h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 13/107:10DTW - MEL
2 stops38h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,597
Fri 12/1211:30MEL - DTW
2 stops41h 36mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/107:10DTW - MEL
2 stops34h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,601
Thu 16/1009:15MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sun 26/1012:08DTW - MEL
1 stop25h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,606
Sun 30/1116:05MEL - DTW
2 stops46h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 13/107:52DTW - MEL
2 stops29h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,626
Thu 16/1009:45MEL - DTW
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/1014:45DTW - MEL
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,660
Sat 29/1108:00MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 19/106:06DTW - MEL
2 stops30h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,669
Fri 28/1116:05MEL - DTW
1 stop22h 47mQantas Airways
Wed 14/111:52DTW - MEL
1 stop25h 08mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/9$1,671

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Melbourne

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Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

10:30-22:22

2 stops26h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 29/10

17:35-09:00

1 stop24h 25m

$1,253

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 25/10

11:55-22:22

2 stops25h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/11

17:51-10:00

2 stops49h 09m

$1,264

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 16/10

11:55-22:22

2 stops25h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 26/10

07:15-09:00

2 stops34h 45m

$1,264

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 28/11

11:30-23:35

2 stops28h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 17/1

14:19-10:00

2 stops27h 41m

$1,265

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 4/12

13:00-19:04

1 stop22h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 17/1

14:19-09:30

2 stops27h 11m

$1,265

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 3/12

13:00-19:04

1 stop22h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 18/1

07:10-10:00

1 stop34h 50m

$1,265

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 2/12

13:00-23:31

2 stops26h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 17/1

16:45-09:30

2 stops24h 45m

$1,265

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 3/12

13:00-19:04

1 stop22h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/1

07:10-10:00

1 stop34h 50m

$1,265

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 4/12

13:00-19:04

1 stop22h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/1

07:10-10:00

1 stop34h 50m

$1,265

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 2/12

13:00-23:31

2 stops26h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 18/1

14:19-10:00

2 stops27h 41m

$1,265

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 32 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 12 September 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 34% versus a flight in the evening.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit?

Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Dallas (DFW) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 71% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Detroit on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

San Francisco (SFO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $2,080.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Detroit?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 21h 46m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 30m.

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 12 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Melbourne Airport 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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from Melbourne?

    Detroit All airports (DTT), located 0.9 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Detroit. 3 airlines have flights to All airports from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Detroit All airports should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Detroit will take you 26h 52m. The distance from Melbourne Airport to Detroit is about 15920 km.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit round-trip from $832. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,132, and Qantas Airways, from $1,248. Users have found that American Airlines is 60% cheaper than the other options available 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit

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American AirlinesCheapest$832Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,132Average$2,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,248Average$2,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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