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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport from $854

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.
DTW — MEL
20 ago — 27 ago1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Melbourne are usually found in February or March, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday 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 (DTW) 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 15 agosto 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,509

One-way from

$854

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,811
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 2/2-25/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 10m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 2/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 45m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($185 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($101 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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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 15 agosto 2025.

dom 28/909:10DTW - MEL
2 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
dom 5/1014:30MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$1,520
seg 8/1217:54DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 06mQantas Airways
qua 14/106:00MEL - DTW
2 stops23h 48mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/8$1,563
sex 28/1111:53DTW - MEL
1 stop25h 07mQantas Airways
seg 15/1216:05MEL - DTW
1 stop20h 03mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/8$1,656
sáb 27/1205:49DTW - MEL
2 stops36h 11mUnited Airlines
sáb 31/113:00MEL - DTW
1 stop21h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$1,661
seg 29/1208:36DTW - MEL
1 stop31h 24mDelta
dom 1/210:10MEL - DTW
1 stop25h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/8$1,664
dom 28/1220:35DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 25mDelta
qua 28/110:10MEL - DTW
1 stop28h 04mDelta
Deal found 12/8$1,679
sex 26/1205:49DTW - MEL
2 stops60h 11mUnited Airlines
dom 1/213:00MEL - DTW
1 stop21h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$1,684

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

Fly from

Detroit

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Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom 28/9

09:10-12:25

2 stops37h 15m

Melbourne

dom 5/10

14:30-23:58

2 stops24h 28m

$1,520

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

qua 4/2

19:33-10:00

1 stop22h 27m

Melbourne

qua 25/2

11:30-22:09

2 stops26h 39m

$1,540

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

qui 5/2

16:43-09:30

2 stops24h 47m

Melbourne

qua 25/2

11:30-22:09

2 stops26h 39m

$1,540

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ter 3/2

19:33-10:00

1 stop22h 27m

Melbourne

qua 25/2

11:30-20:20

2 stops24h 50m

$1,540

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb 31/1

14:15-09:30

2 stops27h 15m

Melbourne

qua 25/2

11:30-20:20

2 stops24h 50m

$1,540

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

seg 2/2

19:33-10:00

1 stop22h 27m

Melbourne

qua 25/2

11:30-23:44

2 stops28h 14m

$1,540

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom 1/2

16:55-09:30

2 stops24h 35m

Melbourne

qua 25/2

11:30-22:09

2 stops26h 39m

$1,540

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sex 6/2

19:33-10:00

1 stop22h 27m

Melbourne

qua 25/2

11:30-22:09

2 stops26h 39m

$1,540

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom 2/11

15:50-10:35

2 stops26h 45m

$854

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

qua 27/8

18:18-10:05

2 stops25h 47m

$854

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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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 DTW 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 15 agosto 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

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

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

Share of one-stop return flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 75% of one-stop itineraries from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.

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

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 $2,199.

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

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 15 agosto 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is just 27.8 km from the centre of the city. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the only Detroit airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 1 airline has flights to Melbourne from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip from $1,257. Qantas Airways is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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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