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Cheap flights from Sydney to Detroit from $851

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — DTT
13 Feb — 20 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 14 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,497

One-way from

$851

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,530
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 4/2-14/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 60h 23m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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5/3
  • 5/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 49m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($391 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($121 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 January 2026.

Wed 4/206:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops30h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/215:56
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops29h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1$1,497
Wed 18/211:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops46h 15m
Air Canada
Sun 22/218:15
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops47h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 13/1$1,551
Thu 5/211:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops46h 15m
Air Canada
Thu 5/318:15
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops47h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 12/1$1,571
Thu 12/211:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops46h 15m
Air Canada
Sat 28/218:15
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops47h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 14/1$1,596
Thu 12/211:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops46h 15m
Air Canada
Fri 27/218:15
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops47h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 13/1$1,620
Thu 19/211:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops46h 15m
Air Canada
Mon 23/216:43
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops24h 52m
Air Canada
Deal found 13/1$1,633
Wed 11/211:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops46h 15m
Air Canada
Fri 27/218:15
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops47h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 13/1$1,638
Mon 18/509:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops46h 53m
Air Canada
Tue 30/616:55
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops48h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 13/1$1,657
Fri 27/211:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops46h 15m
Air Canada
Fri 6/318:15
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops47h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 13/1$1,666

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 14 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Detroit that are best for you.

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SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/2

11:20-17:35

2 stops46h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/3

18:15-09:35

2 stops47h 20m

$1,571

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/2

11:20-17:35

2 stops46h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/3

18:15-09:35

2 stops47h 20m

$1,571

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/2

06:05-15:09

2 stops25h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/2

16:01-10:55

2 stops26h 54m

$1,599

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/2

11:20-15:08

2 stops43h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 26/2

18:15-09:35

2 stops47h 20m

$1,691

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/2

07:05-16:32

2 stops25h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/3

16:01-06:55

1 stop22h 54m

$1,696

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/5

09:20-21:25

2 stops26h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/7

10:15-07:20

3 stops55h 05m

$1,744

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

09:20-10:08

2 stops38h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 30/6

10:15-07:20

3 stops55h 05m

$1,750

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/6

09:15-17:05

1 stop45h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 22/6

16:59-06:35

1 stop23h 36m

$1,780

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/6

09:15-17:05

1 stop45h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 24/6

18:25-06:35

1 stop22h 10m

$1,780

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

09:15-21:19

2 stops26h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 15/6

16:20-06:35

2 stops24h 15m

$1,780

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Detroit

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Detroit is 24 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Detroit?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Detroit (average of $794). Flying from Sydney to Detroit in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,200). 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 Sydney to Detroit?

Share of one-stop return flights from Sydney to Detroit chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Dallas (DFW) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 52% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to Detroit on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Detroit?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Sydney 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 $1,528.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to Detroit?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Detroit, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 20h 08m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Sydney to Detroit?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Detroit, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dallas (DFW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 27m.

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 14 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Sydney to Detroit. 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,040 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,040 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,040 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
970 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,040 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,156 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,040 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,119 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,040 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,619 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,040 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Detroit?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Detroit in 25h 04m. Fly via Air Canada or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Sydney to Detroit is about 15226 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 Sydney to Detroit round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Sydney to Detroit is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $896 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Air Canada, starting at $985 and $1,059 round-trip. United Airlines is 45% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Detroit?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Detroit (average of $794). Flying from Sydney to Detroit in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,200). 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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Fly from Sydney to Detroit on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Sydney to Detroit. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 14 January 2026.
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Top 5 airlines flying from Sydney to Detroit

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 14 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,011Average$1,478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,027Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,059Average$1,523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapest$1,208Average$1,707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,349Average$2,405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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