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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit from $856

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 28/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTT
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
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 28 January 2026.

Thu 5/311:30
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops28h 04m
United Airlines
Thu 26/313:52
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/1$1,308
Wed 24/609:30
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops28h 14m
United Airlines
Sat 11/714:15
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops28h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,311
Fri 3/710:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops33h 05m
Delta
Fri 17/714:30
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop27h 20m
Delta
Deal found 27/1$1,766
Fri 3/710:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop21h 05m
Delta
Thu 16/721:25
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops44h 25m
Delta
Deal found 26/1$1,770
Wed 12/812:10
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops25h 34m
Air New Zealand
Mon 17/807:00
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops44h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 27/1$1,937
Wed 17/610:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop27h 04m
Delta
Sun 21/621:25
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops44h 25m
Delta
Deal found 26/1$2,237

Find 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 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,308

One-way from

$856

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,206
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 5/3-26/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 42m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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28/3
  • 28/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($105 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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 28 January 2026.
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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

11:30-23:34

2 stops28h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 26/3

13:52-08:30

2 stops27h 38m

$1,308

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 24/6

09:30-23:44

2 stops28h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/7

14:15-08:15

2 stops28h 00m

$1,311

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

10:00-17:05

1 stop21h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 16/7

21:25-07:50

2 stops44h 25m

$1,770

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

10:00-05:05

2 stops33h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 17/7

09:00-07:50

2 stops32h 50m

$2,093

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 17/6

10:00-23:04

1 stop27h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/6

21:25-07:50

2 stops44h 25m

$2,237

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 28/3

10:25-05:05

3 stops33h 40m

$856

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 28/3

10:30-22:25

2 stops26h 55m

$1,875

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 28/3

16:05-21:22

1 stop20h 17m

$2,270

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Deals found on 26/1

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit

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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 23 January 2026.

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 month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit (average of $607). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,599). 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.

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 73% 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 $1,728.

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 Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 21h 50m.

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 3h 05m.

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 28 January 2026.
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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
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Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
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Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
978 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
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Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,206 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,198 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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), 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 28h 04m. 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 $608. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $680, and United Airlines, from $1,067. Users have found that Qantas Airways is 59% 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.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit (average of $607). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,599). 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 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit

Discover the top 3 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 28 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$608Average$2,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$680Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,067Average$1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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