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Cheap flights from Detroit to Melbourne from $1,016

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 4/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — MEL
25 Dec — 1 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

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 (ME1). 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 25 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,378

One-way from

$1,016

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,742
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 10/12-14/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 51m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
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4/4
  • 4/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 38m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($147 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($59 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 25 November 2025.

Wed 10/1211:48DTW - MEL
1 stop25h 12mQantas Airways
Wed 14/116:05MEL - DTW
1 stop20h 39mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/11$1,378
Tue 30/1206:00DTW - MEL
2 stops36h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 17/113:00MEL - DTW
1 stop24h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/11$1,568
Wed 10/1207:00DTW - MEL
2 stops33h 00mDelta
Wed 14/110:10MEL - DTW
2 stops30h 35mDelta
Deal found 25/11$1,579
Fri 28/1115:50DTW - MEL
2 stops39h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 15/1216:05MEL - DTW
1 stop22h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/11$1,698
Wed 3/1211:05DTW - MEL
3 stops30h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/1212:10MEL - DTW
2 stops46h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/11$1,969
Mon 29/1216:16DTW - MEL
2 stops49h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 17/113:00MEL - DTW
1 stop24h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/11$2,093
Wed 24/1216:16DTW - MEL
2 stops49h 44mUnited Airlines
Fri 16/113:00MEL - DTW
2 stops23h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/11$2,095
Wed 31/1208:30DTW - MEL
1 stop31h 30mDelta
Sun 18/110:10MEL - DTW
1 stop25h 09mDelta
Deal found 24/11$2,133
Wed 10/1218:15DTW - AVV
3 stops61h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/120:55AVV - DTW
3 stops60h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,178
Wed 3/1218:15DTW - AVV
3 stops61h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1206:00AVV - DTW
3 stops51h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11$2,534
Mon 29/1218:15DTW - AVV
3 stops61h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/120:55AVV - DTW
3 stops60h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$2,672
Wed 31/1215:32DTW - AVV
2 stops48h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/106:00AVV - DTW
2 stops30h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$2,935

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DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/12

11:48-05:00

1 stop25h 12m

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

16:05-20:44

1 stop20h 39m

$1,378

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/5

10:30-11:25

3 stops34h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

06:00-09:46

3 stops41h 46m

$1,488

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 16/2

13:08-09:30

2 stops28h 22m

Melbourne

Tue 31/3

09:45-21:54

2 stops27h 09m

$1,531

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/1

09:12-09:30

2 stops32h 18m

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

13:00-22:10

2 stops25h 10m

$1,545

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/1

09:12-09:30

2 stops32h 18m

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

13:00-21:14

1 stop24h 14m

$1,545

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/1

09:00-09:30

2 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 16/1

13:00-21:14

1 stop24h 14m

$1,545

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/1

09:12-09:30

2 stops32h 18m

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

13:00-23:44

2 stops26h 44m

$1,545

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/1

09:00-09:30

2 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

13:00-22:30

2 stops25h 30m

$1,545

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/1

09:12-10:00

2 stops32h 48m

Melbourne

Fri 16/1

13:00-21:14

1 stop24h 14m

$1,545

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/1

09:12-10:00

2 stops32h 48m

Melbourne

Tue 20/1

13:00-21:14

1 stop24h 14m

$1,545

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Detroit to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne (average of $737). Flying from Detroit to Melbourne in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,615). 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 25 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to Melbourne 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.

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 25 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Detroit to Melbourne. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,044 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,044 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,044 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Detroit, you will be flying from All airports, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit All airports (DTT) is located 0.9 km from the centre of Detroit. There are 0 flights from All airports to Melbourne per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Melbourne?

    Departing from Detroit to Melbourne will take you 25h 12m. The distance between Detroit and Melbourne is about 15920 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to Melbourne is Qantas Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,269 on this airline. Qantas Airways is currently priced 25% 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 to Melbourne?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne (average of $737). Flying from Detroit to Melbourne in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,615). 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$1,269Average$1,553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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