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

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

How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

On average, it takes 20h 43m 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 24h 30m.

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 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 6 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 November 2026, there are 6 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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10:40 - 20:20BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

20:09 - 08:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

45h 21m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles

$1,408Delta

Wed, 20 Jan - Sun, 21 Feb

10:40 - 21:00BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 20m1 stop Los Angeles

19:45 - 08:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

45h 45m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles

$1,408Delta

Wed, 20 Jan - Sun, 21 Feb

13:10 - 22:51BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 41m2 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

15:33 - 06:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

23h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,408Multiple Airlines

Wed, 20 Jan - Sun, 21 Feb

13:10 - 22:51BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 41m2 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

15:33 - 06:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

23h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,410Multiple Airlines

Wed, 20 Jan - Sun, 21 Feb

09:40 - 13:56BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

19h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

15:33 - 06:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

23h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,417Qantas Airways

Wed, 20 Jan - Sun, 21 Feb

09:40 - 13:56BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

19h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

15:33 - 06:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

23h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,418Qantas Airways

Wed, 20 Jan - Sun, 21 Feb

11:10 - 09:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:05 - 09:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 55m2 stops Philadelphia Los Angeles

$1,451American Airlines

Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

11:10 - 09:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:05 - 09:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 55m2 stops Philadelphia Los Angeles

$1,456American Airlines

Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

11:50 - 20:23SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 33m1 stop San Francisco

17:05 - 09:20DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 15m1 stop San Francisco

$1,739United Airlines

Sun, 14 Feb - Tue, 9 Mar

09:15 - 13:58SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

20h 43m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

15:31 - 09:05DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 34m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles

$1,739United Airlines

Sun, 14 Feb - Tue, 9 Mar

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11:10 - 09:27SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 17m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:38 - 09:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 22m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

$1,448American Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

11:10 - 09:27SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 17m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

08:01 - 09:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 59m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

$1,555American Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

11:15 - 09:27SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

19:24 - 06:55DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

43h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$3,051American Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

14:05 - 09:01SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 56m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

13:34 - 09:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$3,149American Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

09:10 - 16:04SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

16:45 - 07:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 15m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$3,501United Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

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

20h 16m1 stop San Francisco

14:09 - 09:20DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

$3,501United Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

09:10 - 16:04SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

16:45 - 07:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 15m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$3,504United Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

11:20 - 22:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Denver Intl

10:48 - 09:35DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

30h 47m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl

$3,604Air Canada

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

11:20 - 22:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Denver Intl

10:48 - 09:35DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

30h 47m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl

$3,605Air Canada

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

11:20 - 22:22SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 02m2 stops Vancouver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:48 - 09:35DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

30h 47m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl

$3,608Air Canada

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

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Delta flights from Australia to Detroit

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Delta

20 Jan

BNE10:40Brisbane

24h 40m

2 stops

DTW20:20Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21 Feb

DTW20:09Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

45h 21m

2 stops

BNE08:30Brisbane

$1,408

Delta

20 Jan

BNE10:40Brisbane

25h 09m

2 stops

DTW20:49Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21 Feb

DTW20:09Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

45h 21m

2 stops

BNE08:30Brisbane

$1,411

Delta

20 Jan

BNE10:40Brisbane

24h 40m

2 stops

DTW20:20Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21 Feb

DTW19:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

45h 40m

2 stops

BNE08:30Brisbane

$1,413

Qantas Airways flights from Australia to Detroit

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Qantas Airways

12 Nov

BNE09:40Brisbane

19h 15m

1 stop

DTW13:55Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5 Dec

DTW16:51Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 39m

1 stop

BNE06:30Brisbane

$1,408

Qantas Airways

20 Jan

BNE09:40Brisbane

19h 16m

1 stop

DTW13:56Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21 Feb

DTW15:33Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23h 57m

1 stop

BNE06:30Brisbane

$1,417

Qantas Airways

20 Jan

BNE09:40Brisbane

19h 16m

1 stop

DTW13:56Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21 Feb

DTW15:33Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23h 57m

1 stop

BNE06:30Brisbane

$1,418

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BNE Brisbane - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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10:40-20:20

2 stops24h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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20:09-08:30

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BNE Brisbane - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Brisbane

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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BNE Brisbane - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

BNEDTW

Brisbane

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2 stops24h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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BNE Brisbane - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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BNE Brisbane - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Wed 20/1

09:40-13:56

1 stop19h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/2

15:33-06:30

1 stop23h 57m

$1,417

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE Brisbane - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Wed 20/1

09:40-13:56

1 stop19h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/2

15:33-06:30

1 stop23h 57m

$1,418

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/11

11:10-09:30

2 stops38h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/11

11:05-09:00

2 stops29h 55m

$1,451

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/11

11:10-09:30

2 stops38h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/11

11:05-09:00

2 stops29h 55m

$1,456

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/2

11:50-20:23

1 stop24h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/3

17:05-09:20

1 stop24h 15m

$1,739

SydneyDetroit

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/2

09:15-13:58

1 stop20h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/3

15:31-09:05

2 stops25h 34m

$1,739

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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 $1,485. The month of April is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $1,527.

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Best price found	$647
Fastest flight time	20h 43m
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The best one-way flight to Detroit from Australia in the past 72 hours is $647. The best return flight deal from Australia to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,408.

The fastest flight from Australia to Detroit takes 20h 43m

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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 November 2026, there are 6 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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American Airlines	PriceFrom $841	Free cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,230 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $860	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,696 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $975	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,460 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,038	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,122 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,327	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,847 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,537	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 681 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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