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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit from $1,478

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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — DTT
14 May — 21 May1
1 adult
Tue 14/5
Tue 21/5

The best prices from Melbourne to Detroit All airports are usually found in April or November, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Monday

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 9 May 2024.

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April

Round-trip from

$1,786

One-way from

$1,478
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Detroit?

Monday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Melbourne Airport to Detroit. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Detroit.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit, book at least 30 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 13% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $2,115 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $2,115.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Detroit?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Melbourne Airport to Detroit in April, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,562.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Detroit (MEL - DTT)?

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.

Cheap Air Canada flights from Melbourne to Detroit

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Melbourne and Detroit. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 538,793 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Air Canada flights travelling from Melbourne to Detroit. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Thu 30/506:00MEL - DTW
3 stops27h 57mAir Canada
Mon 3/616:00DTW - MEL
3 stops29h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 8/5$1,800
Thu 30/506:00MEL - DTW
3 stops27h 57mAir Canada
Mon 3/616:00DTW - MEL
3 stops29h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 7/5$1,808

Cheap American Airlines flights from Melbourne to Detroit

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Melbourne and Detroit. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 538,793 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from Melbourne to Detroit. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Thu 30/521:15MEL - DTW
2 stops33h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/611:16DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,550
Thu 29/811:55MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/919:58DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,559
Thu 1/812:30MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 29/1011:55DTW - MEL
1 stop26h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,600
Thu 1/812:30MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 30/1013:52DTW - MEL
2 stops26h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,604
Fri 2/813:00MEL - DTW
2 stops23h 02mAmerican Airlines
Mon 28/1019:45DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,626
Thu 30/521:15MEL - DTW
2 stops29h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/611:16DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,633
Thu 29/811:55MEL - DTW
2 stops35h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/910:28DTW - MEL
2 stops30h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,650
Mon 1/711:55MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 17mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/719:35DTW - MEL
2 stops24h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/5$2,558

Cheap Melbourne to Detroit flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Detroit specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 538,793 searches. Prices were last updated on 9 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Detroit in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 30/521:15MEL - DTW
2 stops33h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/611:16DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,550
Thu 30/521:15MEL - DTW
2 stops29h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/611:16DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,633
Thu 30/506:00MEL - DTW
3 stops27h 57mAir Canada
Mon 3/616:00DTW - MEL
3 stops29h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 8/5$1,800
Mon 13/511:30MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 44mQantas Airways
Wed 29/515:37DTW - MEL
1 stop23h 48mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/5$1,801
Thu 30/506:00MEL - DTW
3 stops27h 57mAir Canada
Mon 3/616:00DTW - MEL
3 stops29h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 7/5$1,808
Mon 13/520:30MEL - DTW
3 stops37h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/516:00DTW - MEL
3 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$2,467
Mon 13/512:10MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/516:00DTW - MEL
3 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$3,997
Mon 13/509:45MEL - DTW
2 stops40h 06mQantas Airways
Wed 29/518:00DTW - MEL
2 stops25h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/5$4,050
Sun 30/602:25MEL - DTW
3 stops57h 35mEmirates
Thu 11/718:20DTW - MEL
2 stops37h 30mEmirates
Deal found 9/5$14,169

Melbourne to Detroit 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Detroit in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 538,793 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Detroit in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 30/521:15MEL - DTW
2 stops33h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/611:16DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,550
Thu 29/811:55MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/919:58DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,559
Thu 1/812:30MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 29/1011:55DTW - MEL
1 stop26h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,600
Thu 1/812:30MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 30/1013:52DTW - MEL
2 stops26h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,604
Fri 2/813:00MEL - DTW
2 stops23h 02mAmerican Airlines
Mon 28/1019:45DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,626
Thu 30/521:15MEL - DTW
2 stops29h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/611:16DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,633
Thu 29/811:55MEL - DTW
2 stops35h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/910:28DTW - MEL
2 stops30h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,650
Thu 1/810:55MEL - DTW
2 stops37h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 29/1016:55DTW - MEL
2 stops24h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,706
Thu 29/810:55MEL - DTW
2 stops37h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/911:14DTW - MEL
3 stops55h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,714

One-way flights to Detroit from Melbourne

Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 538,793 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Melbourne to Detroit. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Detroit instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Mon 1/711:55MEL - DTW
1 stop27h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,478
Mon 1/723:55MEL - DTW
3 stops55h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,548
Mon 1/723:55MEL - DTW
2 stops59h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,896
Sun 30/602:25MEL - DTW
3 stops50h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$3,476

Find flights from Melbourne to Detroit within your budget

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 538,793 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.

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$1,550 - $1,852

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MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 30/5

2 stops33h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/6

2 stops28h 29m

$1,550

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 29/8

2 stops24h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/9

1 stop43h 27m

$1,559

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 1/8

2 stops24h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 29/10

1 stop26h 50m

$1,600

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 1/8

2 stops37h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 29/10

2 stops24h 35m

$1,706

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 29/8

2 stops37h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/9

3 stops55h 01m

$1,714

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 30/5

3 stops27h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/6

3 stops29h 35m

$1,800

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 30/5

3 stops27h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/6

3 stops29h 35m

$1,808

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 2/8

3 stops42h 38m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 28/10

3 stops40h 50m

$1,832

MelbourneDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 1/8

3 stops60h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 29/10

3 stops37h 35m

$1,852

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When is the best time to 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 3 May 2024.
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 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Detroit flight should consider departing on Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Detroit by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to Detroit by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Detroit is currently $2,099 while a return flight costs $1,713. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Detroit by month

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

DTT

Temperature

-4 - 23 °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 9 May 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Canada, American Airlines and United 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,986 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,986 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,986 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,027 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,986 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,665 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,986 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,926 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,986 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

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. 4 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.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit for under $1,600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit for under $1,600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $1,550, but on average you can expect to pay $1,888.

  • 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 $1,550. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,706, and Air Canada, from $1,800. Users have found that American Airlines is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Detroit?

    The most popular airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit are American Airlines, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

  • What does MEL to DTW mean?

    MEL stands for Melbourne Airport, while DTW stands for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Detroit that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Detroit flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Detroit with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Detroit flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Detroit that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Detroit?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Detroit flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne Airport to Detroit flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne Airport to Detroit flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 9/5.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit

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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,548Average$1,687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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