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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport from $1,267

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 16/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — MEL
1 Feb — 8 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Best flights from Detroit to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 2 January 2026.

Tue 10/214:19DTW - MEL
2 stops27h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 28/213:00MEL - DTW
1 stop23h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/12$1,516
Sun 1/316:43DTW - MEL
2 stops24h 47mUnited Airlines
Sat 14/312:00MEL - DTW
1 stop26h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/1$1,518
Tue 17/216:43DTW - MEL
2 stops24h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/313:00MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/12$1,522
Sun 8/314:10DTW - MEL
2 stops27h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 25/310:30MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/12$1,524
Wed 13/516:15DTW - MEL
2 stops25h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 27/509:30MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/1$1,524
Sun 15/210:28DTW - MEL
2 stops31h 02mUnited Airlines
Sun 22/211:30MEL - DTW
2 stops38h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/1$1,524

Find 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 2 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,516

One-way from

$1,267

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,690
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 10/2-28/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 40m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
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16/1
  • 16/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 00m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($344 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($56 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/2

14:19-10:00

2 stops27h 41m

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

13:00-20:59

1 stop23h 59m

$1,516

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/3

16:43-09:30

2 stops24h 47m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

12:00-23:59

1 stop26h 59m

$1,518

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/2

16:43-09:30

2 stops24h 47m

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

13:00-22:09

2 stops25h 09m

$1,522

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/3

14:10-09:00

2 stops27h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

10:30-20:10

2 stops24h 40m

$1,524

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 13/5

16:15-07:30

2 stops25h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

09:30-22:23

2 stops26h 53m

$1,524

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 15/2

10:28-09:30

2 stops31h 02m

Melbourne

Sun 22/2

11:30-09:32

2 stops38h 02m

$1,524

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 16/1

18:15-17:15

2 stops31h 00m

$1,267

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 16/1

08:35-08:00

1 stop31h 25m

$1,834

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Deals found on 31/12

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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 26 December 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 9 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $713). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,546). 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.

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 2 January 2026.
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
961 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
961 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
961 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

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.

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

    For as low as $1,516, United Airlines can have you in Melbourne Airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 27h 41m. The distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Melbourne Airport is about 15920 km.

  • 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 $862. Qantas Airways is currently priced 52% 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $713). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,546). 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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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,233Average$1,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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