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Cheap flights from Detroit to Melbourne Airport from $667

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — MEL
10 Apr — 17 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 11 March 2026.

Sat 11/415:42
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop23h 18m
Qantas Airways
Fri 24/413:35
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop22h 08m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/3$1,460
Wed 29/418:15
DTW
-
MEL
3 stops51h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/506:00
MEL
-
DTW
3 stops42h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,522
Sat 2/513:41
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops28h 34m
United Airlines
Sat 16/510:55
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop21h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,536
Wed 29/416:47
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops24h 43m
United Airlines
Tue 5/510:55
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops27h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,555
Wed 22/415:46
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops30h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/413:25
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3$1,569
Sat 11/420:05
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops69h 25m
United Airlines
Fri 24/410:55
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops23h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,577
Sat 2/508:35
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop33h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 16/510:55
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop21h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,605
Sun 3/515:46
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops30h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/513:30
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$1,691
Thu 7/515:46
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops30h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/513:30
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$1,697
Mon 20/418:15
DTW
-
MEL
3 stops51h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/506:00
MEL
-
DTW
3 stops42h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,708

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 11 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,460

One-way from

$667

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,501
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 11/4-24/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 26m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
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22/4
  • 22/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 19m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($87 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($53 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 11 March 2026.
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DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/4

15:42-05:00

1 stop23h 18m

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

13:35-21:43

1 stop22h 08m

$1,460

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/5

13:41-08:15

2 stops28h 34m

Melbourne

Sat 16/5

10:55-18:50

1 stop21h 55m

$1,536

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 29/4

15:29-07:30

2 stops26h 01m

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

10:55-18:50

1 stop21h 55m

$1,555

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/4

20:05-07:30

2 stops69h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

10:55-20:16

2 stops23h 21m

$1,577

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/5

08:35-08:15

1 stop33h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 16/5

10:55-18:50

1 stop21h 55m

$1,605

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/5

20:50-19:40

2 stops32h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

21:35-18:45

2 stops35h 10m

$2,063

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/4

18:15-11:35

3 stops51h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

09:00-18:26

2 stops23h 26m

$2,088

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 14/3

09:44-23:20

2 stops46h 36m

Melbourne

Mon 6/4

15:10-12:05

2 stops58h 55m

$2,247

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 22/5

17:43-07:50

2 stops24h 07m

Melbourne

Sun 16/8

10:00-23:04

1 stop27h 04m

$2,310
Cheapest one-way

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 22/4

15:46-12:05

2 stops30h 19m

$667

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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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne Airport (average of $660). Flying from Detroit to Melbourne Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,484). 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 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.

Dallas (DFW) – 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.

Dallas (DFW) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,451.

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 30m.

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 3h 03m.

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 11 March 2026.
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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,414 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,414 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,414 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

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?

    Qantas Airways and United Airlines can get you from Detroit to Melbourne Airport in just under 23h 18m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 16m. 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 $1,158, 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 26% 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne Airport (average of $660). Flying from Detroit to Melbourne Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,484). 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$1,158Average$2,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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