How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

On average, it takes 24h 03m 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 Brisbane and into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, then the flight time is around 25h 29m.

Which airlines fly to Detroit?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit from Australia according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% 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.

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 February 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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19:40 - 09:25

BNE

DTW

27h 45m

2 stops

07:40 - 05:30

DTW

BNE

31h 50m

1 stop

$949American Airlines

Tue, 17 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar

08:40 - 15:09

BNE

DTW

20h 29m

1 stop

11:33 - 05:30

DTW

BNE

27h 57m

1 stop

$950American Airlines

Tue, 17 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar

10:40 - 15:26

BNE

DTW

19h 46m

1 stop

21:45 - 07:20

DTW

BNE

43h 35m

1 stop

$959Delta

Sun, 1 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

07:15 - 18:40

BNE

DTW

25h 25m

2 stops

14:18 - 05:30

DTW

BNE

25h 12m

2 stops

$996American Airlines

Tue, 17 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar

10:45 - 17:35

BNE

DTW

45h 50m

2 stops

18:15 - 08:45

DTW

BNE

47h 30m

2 stops

$1,056Air Canada

Fri, 20 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

10:45 - 17:35

BNE

DTW

45h 50m

2 stops

18:15 - 08:45

DTW

BNE

47h 30m

2 stops

$1,059Air Canada

Fri, 20 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

11:40 - 20:59

BNE

DTW

24h 19m

1 stop

16:43 - 07:30

DTW

BNE

23h 47m

2 stops

$1,073United Airlines

Fri, 20 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

11:40 - 20:59

BNE

DTW

24h 19m

1 stop

07:05 - 07:30

DTW

BNE

33h 25m

1 stop

$1,078United Airlines

Fri, 20 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

06:05 - 15:09

SYD

DTW

24h 04m

2 stops

16:01 - 06:55

DTW

SYD

23h 54m

1 stop

$1,495Qantas Airways

Mon, 16 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar

09:15 - 14:59

SYD

DTW

19h 44m

1 stop

09:30 - 06:50

DTW

SYD

31h 20m

2 stops

$1,540Delta

Mon, 25 May - Sun, 7 Jun

American Airlines flights from Australia to Detroit

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American Airlines

17 Mar

BNE19:40Brisbane

27h 45m

2 stops

DTW09:25Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24 Mar

DTW07:40Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 50m

1 stop

BNE05:30Brisbane

$949

American Airlines

17 Mar

BNE08:40Brisbane

20h 29m

1 stop

DTW15:09Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24 Mar

DTW11:33Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 57m

1 stop

BNE05:30Brisbane

$950

American Airlines

17 Mar

BNE07:15Brisbane

25h 25m

2 stops

DTW18:40Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24 Mar

DTW14:18Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 12m

2 stops

BNE05:30Brisbane

$996

Delta flights from Australia to Detroit

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Delta

1 Mar

BNE10:40Brisbane

19h 46m

1 stop

DTW15:26Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8 Mar

DTW21:45Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

43h 35m

1 stop

BNE07:20Brisbane

$959

Delta

25 May

SYD09:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 44m

1 stop

DTW14:59Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7 June

DTW09:30Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 20m

2 stops

SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,540

Delta

18 May

SYD09:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 10m

1 stop

DTW19:25Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

30 June

DTW14:30Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 20m

1 stop

SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,545

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BNE - DTW

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Brisbane

Tue 17/3

19:40-09:25

2 stops27h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/3

07:40-05:30

1 stop31h 50m

$949

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BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Tue 17/3

08:40-15:09

1 stop20h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/3

11:33-05:30

1 stop27h 57m

$950

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Sun 1/3

10:40-15:26

1 stop19h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/3

21:45-07:20

1 stop43h 35m

$959

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Tue 17/3

07:15-18:40

2 stops25h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/3

14:18-05:30

2 stops25h 12m

$996

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Fri 20/2

10:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/2

18:15-08:45

2 stops47h 30m

$1,056

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Fri 20/2

10:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/2

18:15-08:45

2 stops47h 30m

$1,059

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Fri 20/2

11:40-20:59

1 stop24h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/2

16:43-07:30

2 stops23h 47m

$1,073

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Fri 20/2

11:40-20:59

1 stop24h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/2

07:05-07:30

1 stop33h 25m

$1,078

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/3

06:05-15:09

2 stops24h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/3

16:01-06:55

1 stop23h 54m

$1,495

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

09:15-14:59

1 stop19h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/6

09:30-06:50

2 stops31h 20m

$1,540

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

In general, October 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 $1,197. The month of August is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $1,225.

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 $1,456 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 $1,112 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to Detroit flight.

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Fastest flight time	24h 03m
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The fastest flight from Australia to Detroit takes 24h 03m

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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 February 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.

Best airlines flying from Australia to Detroit

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $606	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 983 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $678	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,211 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $861	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,226 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,018	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,673 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,161	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,128 reviews	Search Delta flights

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