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Cheap flights from Detroit to Melbourne from $851

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 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — MEL
14 Aug — 21 Aug1
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 15 July 2026.

Mon 24/813:06
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 39m
American Airlines
Mon 31/809:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops25h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 11/7$1,643
Tue 18/820:05
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops45h 45m
Delta
Wed 26/810:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops26h 41m
Delta
Deal found 11/7$1,669
Mon 17/819:18
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop22h 57m
United Airlines
Mon 24/810:55
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops27h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 10/7$1,675
Tue 14/717:29
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop24h 46m
United Airlines
Tue 11/810:55
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops38h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/7$1,677
Tue 10/1109:50
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/1106:00
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,708
Wed 21/1016:10
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop21h 50m
Qantas Airways
Tue 3/1118:45
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops36h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10/7$1,724
Tue 10/1109:50
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop27h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 24/1112:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop22h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 14/7$1,764
Wed 21/1006:00
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop32h 00m
American Airlines
Tue 3/1112:00
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop21h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 10/7$1,780
Mon 2/1115:50
DTW
-
AVV
2 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/1116:25
AVV
-
DTW
2 stops38h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$2,125
Wed 21/1016:10
DTW
-
AVV
2 stops39h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1108:10
AVV
-
DTW
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7$2,200
Sat 8/817:00
DTW
-
AVV
2 stops39h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 15/806:00
AVV
-
DTW
2 stops26h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$2,273
Fri 6/1115:50
DTW
-
AVV
2 stops47h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/1206:00
AVV
-
DTW
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7$2,344

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 (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 15 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,643

One-way from

$851

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,094
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 8/8-15/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 28m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 6/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 30m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($293 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 24/8

19:18-08:15

1 stop22h 57m

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

10:55-09:38

2 stops36h 43m

$1,677

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/8

09:15-08:15

2 stops33h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 18/8

10:55-22:38

2 stops25h 43m

$1,677

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/11

09:50-05:00

1 stop27h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 24/11

12:00-18:43

1 stop22h 43m

$1,774

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/11

10:59-10:30

2 stops31h 31m

Melbourne

Tue 24/11

12:45-22:22

2 stops25h 37m

$1,797
Fastest return journey

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/10

16:25-08:50

1 stop25h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 5/11

12:00-19:03

1 stop23h 03m

$1,879

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/11

16:57-10:30

1 stop25h 33m

Melbourne

Fri 11/12

12:45-20:40

1 stop23h 55m

$1,957

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 19/10

14:55-12:35

3 stops30h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 23/10

06:30-14:12

3 stops46h 42m

$2,184

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - AVV

DTWAVV

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 21/10

16:10-22:50

2 stops39h 40m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 3/11

08:10-17:45

2 stops25h 35m

$2,200

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - AVV

DTWAVV

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/8

17:00-22:50

2 stops39h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 15/8

06:00-18:47

2 stops26h 47m

$2,273

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/12

15:47-12:35

2 stops28h 48m

Melbourne

Sun 3/1

06:00-14:45

2 stops24h 45m

$2,664

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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

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 $654). Flying from Detroit to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,741). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne?

Booking 31 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.

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 July 2026.
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
9,988 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

ROHIT,June 2026

IND - EWR

It should not be delayed by 2 hours. I missed the important event due to this
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,988 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,988 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

ROHIT,June 2026

IND - EWR

It should not be delayed by 2 hours. I missed the important event due to this

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.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Melbourne?

    Departing from Detroit to Melbourne will take you 22h 57m. The distance between Detroit and Melbourne is about 15920 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $654). Flying from Detroit to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,741). 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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