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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit from $846

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
21 Jun — 28 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Detroit All airports are usually found in September or June, booked 76 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 16 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,620

One-way from

$846

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,447
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 4/7-3/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 09m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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16/7
  • 16/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($139 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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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 16 June 2025.

Fri 4/715:05MEL - DTW
2 stops35h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/807:00DTW - MEL
2 stops33h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/6$2,620
Sat 21/607:25MEL - DTW
2 stops35h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/608:00DTW - MEL
2 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/6$2,899
Thu 24/712:05MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 54mAir New Zealand
Fri 25/708:20DTW - MEL
2 stops36h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/6$3,266
Wed 17/1216:05MEL - DTW
1 stop20h 03mQantas Airways
Fri 2/111:53DTW - MEL
1 stop25h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/6$3,305
Wed 17/1210:25MEL - DTW
1 stop27h 49mDelta
Fri 2/108:25DTW - MEL
2 stops31h 50mDelta
Deal found 16/6$3,381
Sat 21/610:55MEL - DTW
1 stop32h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 28/617:00DTW - MEL
2 stops25h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/6$3,499
Fri 4/706:00MEL - DTW
3 stops27h 56mAir Canada
Sun 3/811:05DTW - MEL
3 stops34h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 15/6$4,101
Tue 16/1200:45MEL - DTW
2 stops34h 10mCathay Pacific
Tue 30/1212:15DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/6$4,620

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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 16 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Detroit

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Depart

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Price

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 4/7

15:05-12:29

2 stops35h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/8

07:00-06:45

2 stops33h 45m

$2,620

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 24/7

12:05-23:59

2 stops25h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 25/7

08:20-10:50

2 stops36h 30m

$3,266

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 24/7

09:45-05:30

1 stop33h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 25/7

13:32-10:35

2 stops31h 03m

$3,309

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 29/6

09:30-22:05

2 stops26h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/7

15:41-08:15

2 stops26h 34m

$3,733

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 29/6

15:05-22:25

1 stop21h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/7

16:06-05:00

1 stop22h 54m

$3,940

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 4/7

06:00-19:56

3 stops27h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/8

11:05-11:35

3 stops34h 30m

$4,101

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 16/7

20:15-05:30

3 stops47h 15m

$846

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 16/7

15:05-00:56

1 stop23h 51m

$873

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 10/7

22:45-22:57

2 stops38h 12m

$1,943

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 24/7

10:55-18:46

1 stop21h 51m

$2,054

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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 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 13 June 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 76 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 16 June 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.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit ranges from 46.0 - 79.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 79.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit when rainfall is around 46.0 mm.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -4.0 C).

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 16 June 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Vietnam Airlines from Melbourne to Detroit have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
860 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Vietnam Airlines
7.5
Good
194 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,591 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,801 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

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.

  • 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 $2,620. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $3,266, and United Airlines, from $3,499.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Detroit one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $873 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from $1,943 and United Airlines from $2,054 one-way.

  • 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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American AirlinesCheapest$847Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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