How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

On average, it takes 20h 16m to fly from Australia to Detroit if you fly out of Sydney (the most popular airport in Australia) and into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (the most popular airport in Detroit). If you’re flying out of Melbourne and into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, then the flight time is around 21h 05m.

Which airlines fly to Detroit?

United Airlines, Qantas Airways and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit from Australia according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Detroit on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Australia to Detroit?

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to Detroit

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Detroit?

Prices for flights from Australia to Detroit are updated daily.

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As of September 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Detroit.

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Detroit?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Detroit.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Detroit may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Detroit. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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11:10 - 22:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

16:28 - 09:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$1,058American Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

10:40 - 19:14SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 34m1 stop Los Angeles

16:59 - 06:50DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 51m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,135Delta

Sat, 30 Jan - Tue, 16 Feb

10:40 - 00:03SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 23m2 stops Los Angeles Salt Lake City

16:59 - 08:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 31m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,135Delta

Sat, 30 Jan - Tue, 16 Feb

10:45 - 17:40BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

45h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

10:25 - 08:45DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

31h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Vancouver Intl

$1,451Air Canada

Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb

10:45 - 17:40BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

45h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

10:25 - 08:45DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

31h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Vancouver Intl

$1,455Air Canada

Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb

11:10 - 10:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

39h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

05:51 - 06:55DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,578American Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

11:50 - 16:06SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

20h 16m1 stop San Francisco

12:35 - 09:05DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$1,657United Airlines

Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

11:50 - 20:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 40m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:35 - 09:05DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$1,657United Airlines

Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

13:45 - 04:55MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 10m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

06:41 - 12:25DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

37h 44m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles Nadi

$1,669Multiple Airlines

Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

13:45 - 04:55MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 10m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

05:26 - 12:25DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

38h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi

$1,671Multiple Airlines

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10:10 - 21:27SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 17m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

11:38 - 08:05DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 27m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

$1,059American Airlines

Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

10:15 - 18:58SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23h 43m1 stop Los Angeles

12:40 - 07:50DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 10m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,065Delta

Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

10:15 - 17:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 55m1 stop Los Angeles

10:10 - 07:50DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

30h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Los Angeles

$1,065Delta

Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

20:30 - 17:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 50m3 stops Vancouver Intl Edmonton Halifax Intl

20:55 - 20:10DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 15m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl

$3,201Multiple Airlines

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00:05 - 23:56BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

37h 51m2 stops Hong Kong Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

10:21 - 22:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

46h 09m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

$3,401Multiple Airlines

Wed, 30 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct

10:20 - 21:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

50h 10m3 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

13:55 - 08:20DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

51h 25m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl

$3,464Air Canada

Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

10:00 - 18:05BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 05m2 stops Vancouver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

18:50 - 11:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

50h 10m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$4,884Multiple Airlines

Thu, 1 Oct - Fri, 2 Oct

06:55 - 18:37BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 42m2 stops Melbourne San Francisco

19:41 - 06:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

20h 49m1 stop San Francisco

$6,465United Airlines

Thu, 1 Oct - Fri, 2 Oct

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12 Nov

SYD11:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

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30 Nov

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$1,657

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11 Nov

MEL12:45Melbourne

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25 Nov

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$1,663

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12 Nov

SYD11:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

20h 16m

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19 Nov

DTW07:26Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 39m

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$1,727

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5 Oct

SYD10:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 55m

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DTW17:10Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

19 Oct

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30h 40m

2 stops

SYD07:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,065

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30 Jan

SYD10:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 34m

1 stop

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16 Feb

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21h 51m

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SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,135

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26 Nov

SYD10:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 33m

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1 Dec

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28h 08m

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$1,576

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 30/11

12:35-09:05

2 stops28h 30m

$1,657

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MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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13:45-04:55

3 stops31h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 25/11

06:41-12:25

3 stops37h 44m

$1,669

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MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Wed 11/11

13:45-04:55

3 stops31h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 25/11

05:26-12:25

2 stops38h 59m

$1,671

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Australia to Detroit. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,385. The month of April is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $1,531.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Detroit?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Detroit from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Detroit for around $1,739 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Detroit from Australia for as low as $1,484 on momondo.

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Best price found	$621
Fastest flight time	20h 16m
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The best one-way flight to Detroit from Australia in the past 72 hours is $621. The best return flight deal from Australia to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,058.

The fastest flight from Australia to Detroit takes 20h 16m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Detroit?
Prices for flights from Australia to Detroit are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Detroit?
As of September 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Detroit.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Detroit?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Detroit may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Detroit. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $843	Free cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,097 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $863	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,609 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,036	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,260 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,042	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,101 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,388	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,706 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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