Which airlines fly to Detroit?

For flights from Australia to Detroit, most momondo users will book with popular airlines such as American Airlines, United Airlines, Qantas Airways and Air Canada. Depending on what airport you fly from, you may have other airlines to choose from.

Delta Flights to Detroit

Delta will jet to Detroit around 17 times in an average week. Where you fly from will dictate what kind of deals you can get for Delta, but prices as low as $1,248 have been found from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Detroit. Delta has scored 7.9/10 in momondo user reviews.

American Airlines Flights to Detroit

Another popular choice for flights to Detroit is American Airlines (7.2/10, 11,044 reviews). Most American Airlines flights landing in Detroit will be arriving from Charlotte Douglas, but there are 31 American Airlines flights to Detroit from all departure points globally so prices can vary significantly. The best American Airlines deal found on momondo this week was $851 (Melbourne to Detroit, return).

How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

On average, it takes 24h 50m to fly from Australia to Detroit if you fly out of Sydney Kingsford Smith (the most popular airport in Australia) and into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (the most popular airport in Detroit). If you’re flying out of Melbourne and into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, then the flight time is around 21h 16m.

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10:45 - 17:35BNE-DTW

45h 50m2 stops

18:15 - 08:45DTW-BNE

47h 30m2 stops

$973Air Canada

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Fri, 5 Dec - Fri, 12 Dec

09:45 - 17:35BNE-DTW

45h 50m2 stops

15:30 - 07:45DTW-BNE

26h 15m2 stops

$1,026Air Canada

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Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

09:40 - 14:52BNE-DTW

44h 12m2 stops

06:00 - 06:30DTW-BNE

33h 30m1 stop

$1,038American Airlines

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Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec

09:40 - 00:25BNE-DTW

29h 45m2 stops

18:45 - 05:00DTW-BNE

43h 15m2 stops

$1,052American Airlines

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Fri, 21 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec

11:30 - 15:10MEL-DTW

43h 40m2 stops

07:15 - 10:00DTW-MEL

34h 45m2 stops

$1,221United Airlines

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Tue, 23 Dec - Tue, 30 Dec

07:15 - 18:39BNE-DTW

26h 24m2 stops

11:48 - 06:30DTW-BNE

27h 42m1 stop

$1,369Qantas Airways

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Fri, 5 Dec - Fri, 12 Dec

11:40 - 16:39BNE-DTW

19h 59m1 stop

06:00 - 07:30DTW-BNE

34h 30m2 stops

$1,410United Airlines

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Tue, 18 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec

06:00 - 15:08MEL-DTW

25h 08m2 stops

15:58 - 19:45DTW-MEL

35h 47m2 stops

$1,676Qantas Airways

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Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

09:55 - 23:42SYD-DTW

29h 47m2 stops

08:15 - 08:45DTW-SYD

32h 30m2 stops

$2,239Air New Zealand

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Wed, 19 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec

12:10 - 23:59MEL-DTW

27h 49m2 stops

07:05 - 10:55DTW-MEL

35h 50m2 stops

$2,269Air New Zealand

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BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Fri 5/12

10:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/12

18:15-08:45

2 stops47h 30m

$973

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

09:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 16/3

15:30-07:45

2 stops26h 15m

$1,026

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Fri 21/11

09:40-14:52

2 stops44h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/12

06:00-06:30

1 stop33h 30m

$1,038

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Fri 21/11

09:40-00:25

2 stops29h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/12

18:45-05:00

2 stops43h 15m

$1,052

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 23/12

11:30-15:10

2 stops43h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 30/12

07:15-10:00

2 stops34h 45m

$1,221

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Fri 5/12

07:15-18:39

2 stops26h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/12

11:48-06:30

1 stop27h 42m

$1,369

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Tue 18/11

11:40-16:39

1 stop19h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/12

06:00-07:30

2 stops34h 30m

$1,410

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

06:00-15:08

2 stops25h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

15:58-19:45

2 stops35h 47m

$1,676

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/11

09:55-23:42

2 stops29h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/12

08:15-08:45

2 stops32h 30m

$2,239

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

12:10-23:59

2 stops27h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

07:05-10:55

2 stops35h 50m

$2,269

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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 $1,286. The month of August is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $1,317.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Detroit from Australia. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $1,922. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $2,774. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Detroit.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

Flying to Detroit from Australia in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $2,184 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Detroit is at midday when prices are around $3,209.

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 $1,518 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 $1,217 on momondo.

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Summary info about Detroit flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$601
Best Round-Trip Price	$973
Fastest flight time	20h 09m
Popular in	April

The best one-way flight price to Detroit from Australia in the last 72 hours is $601 (Brisbane to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County).

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The best round-trip flight price to Detroit from Australia in the last 72 hours is $973 (Brisbane to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County).

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The fastest flight to Detroit from Australia takes 20h 09m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County).

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April has the highest demand for flights to Detroit, with a 11% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Detroit

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

We recommend purchasing flights from Australia to Detroit 24 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Detroit for $1,770. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from Australia for as low as $773.

Are there flights to Downtown?

Yes, you can get a flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County airport in Detroit (27.7 km from Downtown).

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Detroit?

Prices for flights to Detroit are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Detroit?

The number of operators available for flights to Detroit is 5 as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 to Detroit.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Detroit trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Can I find flights to Detroit with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Detroit with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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