How long is the flight from Sydney to Detroit?

There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Detroit in 21h 45m. Fly via United Airlines 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 American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $990 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and Delta, starting at $1,049 and $1,170 round-trip. American Airlines is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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.

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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Detroit?

Consider Qantas Airways, United Airlines or Delta when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Sydney to Detroit.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to DTT?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Detroit as you normally would.

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.

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Round-trip from	$1,634
One-way from	$1,089
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Average price	$1,435

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62h 04m total
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Thu 8/10

11:20-18:05

2 stops21h 45m

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Sun 18/10

08:40-07:55

2 stops32h 15m

$1,805

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Wed 7/10

11:20-18:37

1 stop22h 17m

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Wed 21/10

19:41-07:55

1 stop21h 14m

$1,805

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Tue 6/10

11:20-20:40

2 stops24h 20m

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Wed 21/10

16:20-07:55

2 stops24h 35m

$1,805

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Thu 8/10

11:20-06:31

1 stop34h 11m

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Sat 17/10

07:00-07:55

1 stop33h 55m

$1,875

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Mon 30/11

20:30-13:00

2 stops32h 30m

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Sat 2/1

21:02-06:35

2 stops41h 33m

$1,979

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1 stop32h 47m

$2,170

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Sun 4/10

10:15-22:17

2 stops27h 02m

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12:40-07:50

2 stops28h 10m

$2,172

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Sun 27/12

11:50-06:49

1 stop34h 59m

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08:30-09:20

1 stop32h 50m

$2,212

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Detroit (average of $1,449). Flying from Sydney to Detroit in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,122). 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 Sydney to Detroit?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Sydney to Detroit flights typically cost between $1,163 and $1,848 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,634 on American Airlines (12 Oct–25 Oct).

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

Dallas (DFW) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 70% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to Detroit on Cheapflights.

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

San Francisco (SFO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,486.

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

Flights via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 20h 01m.

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

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 48m.

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

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Detroit is 22 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

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

7.8

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8,536 reviews

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Salvador,Aug 2026

PHL - DTW

No food and entertainment. Also de aircraft is old and noisy.

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7.8

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8,536 reviews

Delta

7.8

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8,536 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Salvador,Aug 2026

PHL - DTW

No food and entertainment. Also de aircraft is old and noisy.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,087 reviews

Delta

7.8

Good

8,536 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Salvador,Aug 2026

PHL - DTW

No food and entertainment. Also de aircraft is old and noisy.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,151 reviews

Delta

7.8

Good

8,536 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Salvador,Aug 2026

PHL - DTW

No food and entertainment. Also de aircraft is old and noisy.

American Airlines

7.1

Good

12,028 reviews

Delta

7.8

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8,536 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Salvador,Aug 2026

PHL - DTW

No food and entertainment. Also de aircraft is old and noisy.

Air Canada

7.1

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Delta

7.8

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8,536 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Salvador,Aug 2026

PHL - DTW

No food and entertainment. Also de aircraft is old and noisy.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Sydney to Detroit?
There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Detroit in 21h 45m. Fly via United Airlines 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 American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $990 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and Delta, starting at $1,049 and $1,170 round-trip. American Airlines is 39% 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Detroit (average of $1,449). Flying from Sydney to Detroit in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,122). 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 Airlines	Cheapest$990	Average$1,699	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	Cheapest$1,049	Average$1,627	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights
Delta	Cheapest$1,170	Average$1,684	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,232	Average$1,560	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,447	Average$1,666	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights

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How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Detroit?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Sydney to Detroit flights typically cost between $1,163 and $1,848 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,634 on American Airlines (12 Oct–25 Oct).

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 70% 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 $1,486.

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 01m.

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 Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 48m.

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

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Detroit is 22 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

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.

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Sydney to Detroit flights typically cost between $1,163 and $1,848 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,634 on American Airlines (12 Oct–25 Oct).