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Cheap flights from Detroit to Sydney from $896

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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SYD
20 Jun — 27 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 May 2026.

Wed 3/610:15
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops31h 05m
Air Canada
Wed 10/609:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops50h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/5$1,544
Mon 1/610:15
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops31h 05m
Air Canada
Mon 8/609:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops38h 48m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/5$1,551
Sat 30/510:15
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops55h 05m
Air Canada
Sun 7/609:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops42h 53m
Air Canada
Deal found 16/5$1,553
Wed 22/714:55
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops26h 25m
Air Canada
Tue 28/709:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops26h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/5$1,566
Tue 21/710:15
DTW
-
SYD
2 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/709:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5$1,568
Tue 21/710:15
DTW
-
SYD
3 stops31h 05m
Air Canada
Wed 29/709:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops26h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/5$1,570
Mon 18/510:15
DTW
-
SYD
3 stops55h 05m
Air Canada
Mon 25/509:20
SYD
-
DTW
2 stops50h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 17/5$1,573

Find flight deals from Detroit to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Sydney (SYD). 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 21 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,544

One-way from

$896

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,668
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 3/6-10/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 81h 10m total
  • Detroit to Sydney
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 3/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 05m total
  • Detroit to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($129 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Sydney 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2026.
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DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/7

15:32-07:00

2 stops25h 28m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/9

10:20-20:25

2 stops24h 05m

$1,926

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/6

17:29-06:55

1 stop23h 26m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/7

09:30-18:38

2 stops23h 08m

$1,930

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 15/7

17:29-06:55

1 stop23h 26m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/9

10:20-09:29

2 stops37h 09m

$1,948

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/6

15:32-06:55

2 stops25h 23m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/6

10:20-16:27

1 stop20h 07m

$2,010
Fastest return journey

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 22/7

17:29-06:55

1 stop23h 26m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/7

10:20-16:27

1 stop20h 07m

$2,010

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 15/6

17:29-06:55

1 stop23h 26m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/7

10:20-16:27

1 stop20h 07m

$2,012

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/6

18:20-06:50

1 stop22h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/7

09:15-19:09

1 stop23h 54m

$2,014

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 15/6

08:25-06:50

2 stops32h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 22/6

09:15-05:19

2 stops34h 04m

$2,023

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 14/11

20:20-08:30

1 stop44h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/12

10:40-17:06

1 stop22h 26m

$2,035

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/10

18:25-07:50

1 stop22h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/10

10:15-20:13

2 stops24h 58m

$2,054

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Sydney

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Sydney

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Sydney (average of $253). Flying from Detroit to Sydney in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,150). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Detroit to Sydney?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Detroit to Sydney?

Share of one-stop return flights from Detroit to Sydney chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of one-stop itineraries from Detroit to Sydney on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Detroit to Sydney?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Detroit to Sydney, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

San Francisco (SFO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,427.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Detroit to Sydney?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Sydney, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 22h 13m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Detroit to Sydney?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Sydney, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 29m.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit to Sydney may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 21 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Detroit to Sydney. 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
9,745 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,745 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,745 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,642 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,745 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Sydney?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Delta fly from Detroit to Sydney in about 23h 26m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 04m. Airlines will cover a distance of 15226 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to Sydney is Qantas Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,563 on this airline.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Sydney?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Sydney?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Sydney 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 Sydney?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Sydney (average of $253). Flying from Detroit to Sydney in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,150). 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 Sydney

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Detroit to Sydney. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2026.
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,563Average$1,745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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