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

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

How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

On average, it takes 20h 25m 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 52m.

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 39% 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 August 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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13:10 - 09:30BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

08:00 - 06:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

31h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,526American Airlines

Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb

13:10 - 09:30BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

08:00 - 06:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

31h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,530American Airlines

Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb

11:20 - 20:40BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 20m1 stop San Francisco

16:55 - 07:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

47h 35m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

$1,750United Airlines

Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb

11:20 - 09:50BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

37h 30m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

16:55 - 07:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

47h 35m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

$1,750United Airlines

Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb

14:05 - 20:26SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

16:36 - 06:55DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 19m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,792Multiple Airlines

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09:40 - 15:46BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

16:36 - 06:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

22h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,831Qantas Airways

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09:40 - 15:46BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

16:36 - 06:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

22h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,832Qantas Airways

Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb

10:40 - 22:36SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 56m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Salt Lake City

20:20 - 08:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

44h 10m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,925Delta

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10:40 - 22:48SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 08m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

20:20 - 06:50DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

42h 30m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,925Delta

Fri, 25 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan

13:05 - 23:38SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

16:36 - 06:55DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 19m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,932Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov

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09:30 - 11:12MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

39h 42m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

06:00 - 07:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

35h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

$2,020Multiple Airlines

Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep

21:35 - 20:29PER Perth-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 54m2 stops Tokyo Narita Chicago O'Hare Intl

09:05 - 22:40DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PER Perth

49h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl

$2,962Multiple Airlines

Sat, 29 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

10:55 - 18:06MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 11m1 stop San Francisco

19:18 - 08:15DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

22h 57m1 stop San Francisco

$3,480United Airlines

Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep

10:55 - 18:06MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 11m1 stop San Francisco

10:55 - 07:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

30h 35m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles Los Angeles

$3,561United Airlines

Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep

14:35 - 22:38PER Perth-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

44h 03m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Denver Intl

14:55 - 12:55DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PER Perth

34h 00m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$4,091Multiple Airlines

Sat, 29 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

20:30 - 14:11MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

55h 41m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

18:50 - 11:05DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

50h 15m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$4,376Air Canada

Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep

09:45 - 20:20MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

16:04 - 10:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

27h 56m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith

$4,607Multiple Airlines

Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep

21:35 - 15:29PER Perth-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

53h 54m2 stops Tokyo Narita Chicago O'Hare Intl

07:01 - 15:25DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PER Perth

44h 24m3 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

$4,625Multiple Airlines

Sat, 29 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

18:25 - 10:30PER Perth-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

52h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Incheon Intl

18:40 - 11:45DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PER Perth

29h 05m1 stop London Heathrow

$6,347Multiple Airlines

Sat, 29 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

19:35 - 13:26PER Perth-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 51m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

18:40 - 11:45DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PER Perth

29h 05m1 stop London Heathrow

$10,222Multiple Airlines

Sat, 29 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

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1 stop22h 19m

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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 $1,316. The month of March is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $1,323.

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 $1,692 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 $1,444 on momondo.

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Best price found	$1,079
Fastest flight time	20h 25m
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The best one-way flight to Detroit from Australia in the past 72 hours is $1,079. The best return flight deal from Australia to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,526.

The fastest flight from Australia to Detroit takes 20h 25m

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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 August 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 $820	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,019 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $844	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,532 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $951	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,134 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,013	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,085 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,045	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,547 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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