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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Detroit from $771

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 22/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTT
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
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 (ME1) 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 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,272

One-way from

$771

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,188
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 25/7-8/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 36m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 22/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 50m 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 ($136 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 July 2025.

Fri 25/709:45MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/813:02DTW - MEL
2 stops25h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,272
Fri 25/706:00MEL - DTW
3 stops47h 26mAir Canada
Fri 8/811:05DTW - MEL
3 stops34h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 3/7$1,391
Mon 21/712:05MEL - DTW
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 30/713:32DTW - MEL
2 stops31h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,613
Wed 23/715:05MEL - DTW
1 stop21h 18mQantas Airways
Sat 2/819:40DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/7$2,488
Wed 23/707:25MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 54mJapan Airlines
Mon 28/710:11DTW - MEL
2 stops29h 34mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/7$2,714

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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 4 July 2025.
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Depart

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Price

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 25/7

09:45-22:23

2 stops26h 38m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/8

13:02-05:00

2 stops25h 58m

$1,272

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 25/7

06:00-15:26

3 stops47h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/8

11:05-11:05

3 stops34h 00m

$1,391

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 21/7

12:05-05:30

2 stops31h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 30/7

13:32-10:50

2 stops31h 18m

$1,613

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 23/7

15:05-22:23

1 stop21h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/8

19:40-05:00

1 stop43h 20m

$2,488

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 23/7

07:25-20:19

2 stops26h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 28/7

10:11-05:45

2 stops29h 34m

$2,714

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 22/7

09:45-22:35

2 stops26h 50m

$771

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 9/9

13:25-13:27

2 stops38h 02m

$823

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 23/7

15:05-22:23

1 stop21h 18m

$2,194

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Deals found on 2/7

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne 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 27 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne 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 4 July 2025.

When flying from Melbourne 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.

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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 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Detroit, such as Japan Airlines, Qantas Airways, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,503 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,503 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,503 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
872 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,503 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,503 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,659 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,503 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

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) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit. You should not have trouble finding flights to All airports from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Detroit airport from Melbourne. It is only a 0.9 km journey from All airports (DTT) to Detroit’s city centre.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $1,272. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,391 and $2,488, respectively. American Airlines is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days 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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American AirlinesCheapest$840Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,259Average$2,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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