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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit from $838

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 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTT
3 Feb — 10 Feb1
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 4 January 2026.

Wed 18/307:00MEL - DTW
3 stops49h 35mAir Canada
Sun 22/318:15DTW - MEL
3 stops51h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 2/1$2,146
Wed 18/316:05MEL - DTW
1 stop38h 04mQantas Airways
Sun 22/315:59DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 26mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/1$2,191
Wed 17/608:35MEL - DTW
2 stops34h 33mAir New Zealand
Sun 21/607:00DTW - MEL
2 stops37h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/1$2,214
Wed 18/312:00MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 22/307:30DTW - MEL
2 stops35h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/1$2,440
Wed 17/606:00MEL - DTW
3 stops42h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/614:55DTW - MEL
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1$2,512
Wed 17/610:00MEL - DTW
1 stop23h 13mDelta
Sun 21/619:45DTW - MEL
2 stops46h 05mDelta
Deal found 3/1$2,579
Wed 17/610:55MEL - DTW
1 stop32h 13mUnited Airlines
Sun 21/617:25DTW - MEL
1 stop24h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/1$3,106

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 4 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,316

One-way from

$838

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,251
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 16/2-23/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 03m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 18/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 09m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($107 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Detroit

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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

07:00-17:35

3 stops49h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/3

18:15-13:05

3 stops51h 50m

$2,146

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

16:05-15:09

1 stop38h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/3

15:59-11:25

2 stops28h 26m

$2,191

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 17/6

08:35-05:08

2 stops34h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/6

07:00-10:55

2 stops37h 55m

$2,214

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

12:00-21:16

2 stops24h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/3

07:30-09:30

2 stops35h 00m

$2,440

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 17/6

06:00-10:06

3 stops42h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/6

14:55-11:25

3 stops30h 30m

$2,512

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 17/6

10:00-19:13

1 stop23h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/6

19:45-07:50

2 stops46h 05m

$2,579

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

10:10-19:19

1 stop25h 09m

$838

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

09:10-00:43

2 stops30h 33m

$838

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

23:55-05:05

3 stops44h 10m

$1,114

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

23:55-05:12

3 stops45h 17m

$1,227

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Deals found on 3/1

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 2 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 $630). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,659). 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 Airport to Detroit?

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 74% 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 $1,793.

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 49m.

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 47m.

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 4 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
564 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
564 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
564 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
963 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
564 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
564 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,082 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
564 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

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 24h 43m. The distance from Melbourne Airport to Detroit is about 15920 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $705. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $883, and United Airlines, from $1,107. Users have found that American Airlines is 55% 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 $630). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,659). 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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American AirlinesCheapest$824Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,236Average$2,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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