How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

On average, it takes 20h 29m 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 21h 04m.

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 35% 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 Qantas Airways 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.

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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09:40 - 20:03BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 23m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:40 - 05:50DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

27h 10m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

$1,475American Airlines

Tue, 19 Jan - Mon, 15 Feb

09:40 - 19:48BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

18:00 - 05:50DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

68h 50m2 stops Miami Los Angeles

$1,475American Airlines

Tue, 19 Jan - Mon, 22 Feb

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

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

07:25 - 12:45DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

37h 20m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Nadi

$1,625Multiple Airlines

Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

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

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

07:25 - 12:45DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

37h 20m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Nadi

$1,632Multiple Airlines

Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

10:10 - 17:00MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 50m1 stop Los Angeles

12:15 - 08:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

27h 45m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles

$1,648Delta

Tue, 10 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

10:10 - 17:00MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 50m1 stop Los Angeles

12:29 - 08:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

27h 31m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,648Delta

Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

11:20 - 16:39BNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

20h 19m1 stop San Francisco

08:30 - 07:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

32h 00m1 stop San Francisco

$1,751United Airlines

Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb

12:45 - 22:22MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 37m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

17:05 - 10:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

25h 25m1 stop San Francisco

$1,880United Airlines

Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

14:05 - 18:34SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

20h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

06:45 - 07:05DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$1,924Qantas Airways

Mon, 15 Feb - Thu, 15 Jul

14:05 - 18:34SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

20h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

21:20 - 07:05DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

43h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$1,946Qantas Airways

Mon, 15 Feb - Thu, 15 Jul

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09:45 - 15:31MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

43h 46m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

19:15 - 05:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

42h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,540Qantas Airways

Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

07:25 - 10:37MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

41h 12m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Boston Logan Intl

07:00 - 06:55DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

32h 55m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Hong Kong Intl

$2,847Multiple Airlines

Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

22:45 - 18:53MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 08m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Philadelphia

12:56 - 22:05DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

43h 09m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$3,228Qatar Airways

Fri, 25 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

08:55 - 13:34SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

42h 39m2 stops Auckland Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:38 - 06:55DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$3,596American Airlines

Sat, 26 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

10:55 - 18:37MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 42m1 stop San Francisco

11:00 - 08:15DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

31h 15m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

$3,606United Airlines

Fri, 25 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

10:20 - 16:52SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

20h 32m1 stop San Francisco

19:41 - 07:55DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 14m1 stop San Francisco

$3,679United Airlines

Sat, 26 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

17:25 - 11:51MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 26m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith San Francisco Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

19:15 - 23:15DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

37h 00m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Hong Kong Intl

$4,620Multiple Airlines

Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

09:15 - 00:53SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 38m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

08:50 - 07:50DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 00m2 stops Portland Los Angeles

$10,039Delta

Sat, 26 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

09:15 - 18:58SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23h 43m1 stop Los Angeles

08:50 - 07:50DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 00m2 stops Portland Los Angeles

$10,039Delta

Sat, 26 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

09:20 - 23:59SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 39m3 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

19:15 - 08:20DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

46h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl

$24,471Air Canada

Sat, 26 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

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13 Nov

BNE10:45Brisbane

45h 51m

2 stops

DTW17:36Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

18 Nov

DTW18:20Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

52h 10m

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BNE13:30Brisbane

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1 Oct

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 39m

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30 Oct

DTW12:35Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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$3,420

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24 Sept

MEL06:00Melbourne

46h 12m

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29 Sept

DTW14:55Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

30h 10m

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MEL11:05Melbourne

$4,440

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21 Oct

SYD10:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 00m

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DTW19:15Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28 Oct

DTW12:40Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 40m

1 stop

SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,673

Delta

3 Nov

SYD10:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 01m

2 stops

DTW18:41Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

10 Nov

DTW12:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 40m

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SYD08:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,676

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9 Nov

MEL10:10Melbourne

22h 50m

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22 Nov

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31h 35m

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Mon 9/11

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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$1,648

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BNE Brisbane - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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1 stop20h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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$1,751

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MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Fri 13/11

12:45-22:22

2 stops25h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/11

17:05-10:30

1 stop25h 25m

$1,880

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Mon 15/2

14:05-18:34

1 stop20h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 15/7

06:45-07:05

2 stops34h 20m

$1,924

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Mon 15/2

14:05-18:34

1 stop20h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 15/7

21:20-07:05

2 stops43h 45m

$1,946

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

In general, April 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 $1,515. The month of November is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $1,525.

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 $1,734 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 $1,468 on momondo.

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Best price found	$871
Fastest flight time	20h 29m
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The best one-way flight to Detroit from Australia in the past 72 hours is $871. The best return flight deal from Australia to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,475.

The fastest flight from Australia to Detroit takes 20h 29m

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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 $834	Free cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,076 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $853	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,592 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,025	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,226 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,030	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,101 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,374	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,668 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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