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Cheap flights from Detroit to Melbourne from $1,311

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DTT — MEL
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

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 16 May 2024.

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Average price

$2,583

Round-trip from

$196
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Detroit to Melbourne?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Saturday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Melbourne?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, March can be a great choice for travel to Melbourne. Flights to Melbourne from Detroit in March are about $2,804 on average during March, but can be found for as low as $1,865.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Melbourne (DTT - MEL)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to Melbourne in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 4% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Cheap Air Canada flights from Detroit to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Detroit and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Air Canada flights we've come across from Detroit to Melbourne. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Sat 14/916:00DTW - MEL
3 stops29h 35mAir Canada
Wed 18/906:00MEL - DTW
3 stops42h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5$3,455
Sat 1/620:40DTW - MEL
3 stops48h 25mAir Canada
Wed 12/606:00MEL - DTW
3 stops47h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 16/5$3,701
Sat 1/616:00DTW - MEL
3 stops29h 35mAir Canada
Thu 13/606:00MEL - DTW
3 stops27h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 16/5$3,859
Thu 30/516:00DTW - MEL
3 stops29h 05mAir Canada
Wed 12/606:00MEL - DTW
3 stops27h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 16/5$4,204
Thu 30/516:00DTW - MEL
3 stops29h 35mAir Canada
Thu 13/606:00MEL - DTW
3 stops27h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 16/5$4,284

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Detroit to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Detroit and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Qantas Airways flights departing from Detroit and landing in Melbourne. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Fri 31/512:43DTW - MEL
1 stop26h 42mQantas Airways
Wed 12/613:00MEL - DTW
1 stop23h 48mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5$4,287
Tue 2/719:37DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 48mQantas Airways
Tue 13/811:30MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 57mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5$4,333
Tue 2/719:37DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 48mQantas Airways
Tue 13/813:00MEL - DTW
1 stop23h 59mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5$4,390
Fri 31/507:27DTW - MEL
1 stop31h 58mQantas Airways
Tue 11/611:00MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 48mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5$4,739
Tue 2/714:57DTW - AVV
2 stops28h 53mQantas Airways
Tue 13/810:35AVV - DTW
2 stops26h 24mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/5$4,805
Tue 28/515:37DTW - AVV
2 stops32h 33mQantas Airways
Tue 4/610:35AVV - DTW
2 stops26h 39mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5$4,812
Wed 12/614:57DTW - AVV
2 stops28h 53mQantas Airways
Wed 19/610:35AVV - DTW
2 stops26h 13mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/5$6,090

Cheap Detroit to Melbourne flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Detroit to Melbourne specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Prices were last updated on 16 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Detroit to Melbourne in May and June 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 2/613:07DTW - MEL
1 stop26h 38mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/621:15MEL - DTW
1 stop45h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,929
Sun 2/613:07DTW - MEL
1 stop26h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/621:15MEL - DTW
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,973
Thu 30/513:07DTW - MEL
1 stop27h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/621:15MEL - DTW
1 stop21h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,054
Sun 2/613:07DTW - MEL
1 stop26h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/621:15MEL - DTW
1 stop45h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,055
Thu 30/513:07DTW - MEL
1 stop26h 38mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/609:45MEL - DTW
2 stops54h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,116
Wed 29/516:05DTW - MEL
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/621:15MEL - DTW
1 stop21h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,143
Thu 30/513:07DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/621:15MEL - DTW
1 stop45h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,149
Sun 2/613:07DTW - MEL
1 stop26h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/614:00MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,151
Thu 30/513:07DTW - MEL
1 stop26h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/609:30MEL - DTW
2 stops32h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,232

Detroit to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Detroit and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Detroit to Melbourne in May and June 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 2/613:07DTW - MEL
1 stop26h 38mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/621:15MEL - DTW
1 stop45h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,929
Sun 17/1106:00DTW - AVV
3 stops40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 27/1106:00AVV - DTW
3 stops32h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,950
Sun 17/1106:00DTW - AVV
3 stops40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/1106:00AVV - DTW
3 stops32h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,967
Sun 2/613:07DTW - MEL
1 stop26h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/621:15MEL - DTW
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,973
Tue 19/1110:45DTW - AVV
3 stops41h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 24/1106:00AVV - DTW
3 stops32h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,983
Sat 23/1110:45DTW - AVV
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 27/1106:00AVV - DTW
3 stops32h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,006
Wed 20/1110:45DTW - AVV
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/1106:00AVV - DTW
3 stops32h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,018
Sun 17/1110:45DTW - AVV
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 29/1106:00AVV - DTW
3 stops32h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,022
Sun 17/1110:45DTW - AVV
3 stops41h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 28/1120:55AVV - DTW
3 stops41h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,025

One-way flights to Melbourne from Detroit

Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Users travelling one-way from Detroit to Melbourne can select one of these great deals. Users needing a return flight from Detroit to Melbourne should utilise the search form above.
Sun 26/507:40DTW - AVV
3 stops49h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,311
Sun 26/507:40DTW - MEL
3 stops58h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,329
Tue 21/507:40DTW - AVV
3 stops49h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,498
Tue 21/507:40DTW - MEL
3 stops57h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,521
Fri 24/505:45DTW - MEL
3 stops59h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,527
Fri 24/505:45DTW - AVV
3 stops51h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,628
Sat 25/520:10DTW - MEL
2 stops47h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,639
Mon 8/705:37DTW - AVV
3 stops47h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$1,649
Sun 7/705:37DTW - AVV
3 stops47h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$1,675

Find flights from Detroit to Melbourne within your budget

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 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/6

1 stop26h 38m

Melbourne

Mon 10/6

1 stop45h 13m

$1,929

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/6

1 stop26h 38m

Melbourne

Sun 9/6

1 stop22h 20m

$1,973

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 14/9

2 stops33h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 18/9

2 stops35h 05m

$2,229

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 29/7

2 stops45h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 27/8

2 stops44h 33m

$2,821

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/6

2 stops32h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 12/6

2 stops35h 54m

$3,272

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 14/9

3 stops29h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 18/9

3 stops42h 37m

$3,455

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 28/5

2 stops54h 33m

Melbourne

Tue 4/6

2 stops42h 36m

$3,458

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 29/7

2 stops31h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 27/8

1 stop21h 48m

$4,058

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 28/5

2 stops48h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 20/6

2 stops37h 50m

$4,162

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Deals found on 16/5

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Detroit to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Detroit to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Detroit to Melbourne is currently $1,531 while a return flight costs $3,040. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne (average of $131). Flying from Detroit to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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.

January

$234

February

$202

March

$232

April

$211

May

$196

June

$210

July

$228

August

$201

September

$223

October

$222

November

$236

December

$262

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

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 16 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Detroit to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Air Canada, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
626 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,387 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
967 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

Related info for your journey

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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 0 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Detroit to Melbourne for under $2,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit to Melbourne for under $2,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,929, but on average you can expect to pay $2,351.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to Melbourne round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to Melbourne is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $2,229 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Air New Zealand, starting at $2,821. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 20% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to Melbourne one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,932 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from $2,054 and Air Canada from $2,625 one-way.

  • What does DTW to MEL mean?

    Great question - DTW to MEL just means Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Detroit to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Detroit to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Detroit to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Detroit to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Detroit to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Detroit to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The Detroit to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.

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