Cheap flights from Detroit to Melbourne Airport from $862

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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — MEL
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Melbourne are usually found in June or July, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 21 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,491

One-way from

$862

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,667
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 8/9-22/9
  • 6 total stops
  • 66h 25m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 2/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 45m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($622 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($144 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 August 2025.

Mon 8/916:10DTW - MEL
3 stops28h 55mAir Canada
Mon 22/920:30MEL - DTW
3 stops37h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 19/8$1,491
Wed 26/1111:48DTW - MEL
1 stop25h 12mQantas Airways
Wed 7/106:00MEL - DTW
2 stops30h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/8$1,528
Thu 18/916:10DTW - MEL
3 stops28h 55mAir Canada
Tue 23/920:30MEL - DTW
3 stops37h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 19/8$1,561
Mon 8/1211:54DTW - MEL
1 stop25h 06mQantas Airways
Tue 6/117:45MEL - DTW
2 stops42h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/8$1,564
Sat 30/820:35DTW - MEL
3 stops48h 30mAir Canada
Sun 14/920:30MEL - DTW
3 stops56h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 19/8$1,589
Wed 26/1110:59DTW - MEL
2 stops30h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/107:20MEL - DTW
2 stops31h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$1,592
Tue 23/916:10DTW - MEL
3 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1007:00MEL - DTW
3 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8$1,625
Fri 28/1111:53DTW - MEL
1 stop25h 07mQantas Airways
Mon 15/1216:05MEL - DTW
1 stop20h 03mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/8$1,678

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/9

16:10-11:05

3 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 22/9

20:30-20:00

3 stops37h 30m

$1,491

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 26/11

11:48-05:00

1 stop25h 12m

Melbourne

Wed 7/1

06:00-20:10

2 stops30h 10m

$1,528

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 18/9

16:10-11:05

3 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 23/9

20:30-20:00

3 stops37h 30m

$1,561

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/12

11:54-05:00

1 stop25h 06m

Melbourne

Tue 6/1

17:45-20:10

2 stops42h 25m

$1,564

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/2

14:15-10:00

2 stops27h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

13:00-18:43

1 stop21h 43m

$1,575

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 30/8

20:35-11:05

3 stops48h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 14/9

20:30-15:29

3 stops56h 59m

$1,589

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 26/11

10:59-09:25

2 stops30h 26m

Melbourne

Wed 7/1

07:20-22:47

2 stops31h 27m

$1,592

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 23/9

16:10-11:05

3 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 23/10

07:00-20:00

3 stops28h 00m

$1,625

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 28/11

11:53-05:00

1 stop25h 07m

Melbourne

Mon 15/12

16:05-20:08

1 stop20h 03m

$1,678

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/11

15:50-10:35

2 stops26h 45m

$862

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Melbourne Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Detroit to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 37 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Detroit to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTT to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 August 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to Melbourne Airport at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

San Francisco (SFO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 63% of one-stop itineraries from Detroit to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.

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

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Detroit to Melbourne Airport, 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 $2,176.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Detroit to Melbourne Airport?

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

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 22h 39m.

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

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

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 53m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 21 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines from Detroit to Melbourne Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    For a flight from Detroit to Melbourne, you will be flying from All airports. Detroit All airports (DTT) is just 0.9 km from the centre of the city. All airports is the only Detroit airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 1 airline has flights to Melbourne from Detroit All airports on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Melbourne Airport?

    Air Canada, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines can get you from Detroit to Melbourne Airport in just under 25h 12m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 43m. Detroit and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 15920 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,274, Qantas Airways will fly you from Detroit to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Qantas Airways is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne 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 Detroit to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Detroit to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 airline flying from Detroit to Melbourne

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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,274Average$1,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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