Cheap flights from Detroit to Melbourne Airport from $910

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 13/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — MEL
5 Jan — 12 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Melbourne are usually found in June or July, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

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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 6 December 2025.

Mon 8/1211:48DTW - MEL
1 stop25h 12mQantas Airways
Fri 19/1206:30MEL - DTW
2 stops28h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,359
Tue 9/1214:05DTW - MEL
2 stops27h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/113:00MEL - DTW
1 stop24h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,520
Tue 30/1206:00DTW - MEL
2 stops35h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 17/113:00MEL - DTW
1 stop24h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,527
Mon 8/1210:57DTW - MEL
2 stops26h 03mAmerican Airlines
Fri 19/1206:00MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,532
Wed 10/1206:00DTW - MEL
2 stops36h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 16/1211:10MEL - DTW
2 stops47h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,917
Thu 25/1211:20DTW - MEL
2 stops30h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 28/213:00MEL - DTW
1 stop23h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,986
Wed 24/1211:20DTW - MEL
2 stops30h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 16/113:00MEL - DTW
1 stop24h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$2,009

Find 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 6 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,485

One-way from

$910

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,948
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 6/3-21/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 48m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 13/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 37m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($136 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($56 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Melbourne 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 6 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/1

10:56-09:30

2 stops30h 34m

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

11:30-20:26

2 stops24h 56m

$1,508

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/1

09:00-09:30

2 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 20/1

13:00-21:14

1 stop24h 14m

$1,508

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/1

11:05-09:30

2 stops30h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 16/1

11:30-20:26

2 stops24h 56m

$1,508

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/1

11:05-09:30

2 stops30h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

13:00-23:48

1 stop26h 48m

$1,508

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/2

14:19-09:30

2 stops27h 11m

Melbourne

Wed 25/2

13:00-20:59

1 stop23h 59m

$1,520

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/3

15:25-09:30

2 stops26h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 26/3

10:30-22:25

2 stops26h 55m

$1,526

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/3

15:25-08:30

2 stops26h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

12:00-23:59

1 stop26h 59m

$1,526

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/3

16:42-08:30

2 stops24h 48m

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

12:00-23:34

2 stops26h 34m

$1,526

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/4

16:48-07:30

2 stops24h 42m

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

09:30-22:23

2 stops26h 53m

$1,526

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/3

10:28-09:30

2 stops31h 02m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

12:00-22:05

2 stops25h 05m

$1,526

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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 28 November 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 71 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne Airport (average of $716). Flying from Detroit to Melbourne Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,553). 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 6 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to Melbourne Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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 57% 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 $2,108.

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 Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 24h 17m.

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 Dallas (DFW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 57m.

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 6 December 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.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

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?

    United Airlines can get you from Detroit to Melbourne Airport in just under 30h 34m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Detroit and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 15920 km.

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

    Currently priced at $865, 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 47% 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne Airport (average of $716). Flying from Detroit to Melbourne Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,553). 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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Alternative routes for Detroit to Melbourne

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Top airline flying from Detroit to Melbourne

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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,234Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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