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Cheap flights from Sydney to Detroit from $986

SYD — DTT
21 Sep — 28 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Detroit

Wed 26/809:30 -
2 stops27h 03m
Wed 9/916:26 -
2 stops24h 29m
Deal found 17/8$1,718
Thu 26/1106:00 -
2 stops28h 38m
Sat 30/116:36 -
2 stops32h 59m
Deal found 21/8$1,756
Tue 22/909:10 -
2 stops23h 51m
Tue 29/916:04 -
2 stops25h 01m
Deal found 20/8$1,768
Mon 14/909:30 -
2 stops38h 02m
Mon 19/1019:41 -
1 stop21h 14m
Deal found 16/8$1,788
Thu 3/1210:40 -
2 stops29h 19m
Tue 19/118:25 -
1 stop22h 05m
Deal found 19/8$1,789
Tue 8/1209:20 -
1 stop20h 25m
Mon 18/107:00 -
1 stop31h 20m
Deal found 21/8$1,795
Tue 24/1109:20 -
1 stop22h 44m
Tue 29/1212:30 -
2 stops25h 50m
Deal found 19/8$1,806
Wed 9/1210:40 -
1 stop24h 25m
Sat 16/120:20 -
1 stop42h 30m
Deal found 21/8$1,823
Sat 10/1010:10 -
2 stops24h 55m
Sun 25/1016:59 -
2 stops25h 01m
Deal found 17/8$1,831
Sun 11/1013:00 -
1 stop25h 38m
Mon 26/1016:11 -
1 stop23h 44m
Deal found 16/8$1,833
Tue 22/909:30 -
2 stops29h 12m
Tue 29/910:37 -
3 stops30h 18m
Deal found 20/8$1,849

Find flight deals from Sydney to Detroit

Round-trip from

$1,553

One-way from

$986

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,500
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 5/11-9/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 62h 12m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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16/9
  • 16/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 08m total
  • Sydney to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($439 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($101 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 14/9

09:30-09:32

2 stops38h 02m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 19/10

19:41-07:55

1 stop21h 14m

$1,788

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/12

10:40-22:55

1 stop28h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 29/12

12:40-06:50

1 stop26h 10m

$1,789

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/12

09:20-20:20

2 stops27h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 19/1

16:55-09:20

2 stops24h 25m

$1,789

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/11

09:20-16:04

1 stop22h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 30/1

16:55-09:05

2 stops48h 10m

$1,795
Fastest return journey

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/11

09:20-16:04

1 stop22h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 29/12

12:30-06:20

2 stops25h 50m

$1,806

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/10

13:00-23:38

1 stop25h 38m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 26/10

16:11-06:55

1 stop23h 44m

$1,833

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/11

11:15-18:38

2 stops23h 23m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 30/1

10:22-06:25

3 stops28h 03m

$1,916

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/12

11:50-20:40

1 stop24h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 17/1

07:00-06:20

1 stop31h 20m

$1,922

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/12

11:50-20:40

1 stop24h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 22/12

06:00-06:20

2 stops32h 20m

$2,240

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 13/12

13:20-20:40

1 stop23h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 22/1

18:00-06:20

2 stops44h 20m

$2,270

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Detroit

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Detroit (average of $1,291). Flying from Sydney to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,102). 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 $1,302 and $1,701 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,553 on American Airlines (5 Nov–9 Nov).

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

Dallas (DFW) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 64% 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 $1,402.

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 2h 12m.

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
Good
8,518 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Salvador,Aug 2026

PHL - DTW

No food and entertainment. Also de aircraft is old and noisy.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,518 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,518 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

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
1,084 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,518 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

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
10,110 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,518 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

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
11,988 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,518 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

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
Good
11,514 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,518 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

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 28h 15m. Fly via United Airlines or Delta 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 $1,171 round-trip. American Airlines is 37% 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Detroit (average of $1,291). Flying from Sydney to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,102). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Sydney to Detroit

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American AirlinesCheapest$990Average$1,694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,049Average$1,628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapest$1,171Average$1,685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,233Average$1,562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,448Average$1,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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