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.

American Airlines Flights to Detroit

American Airlines will jet to Detroit around 37 times in an average week. Where you fly from will dictate what kind of deals you can get for American Airlines, but prices as low as $845 have been found from Melbourne to Detroit. American Airlines has scored 7.2/10 in momondo user reviews.

How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

On average, it takes 22h 37m 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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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

09:45 - 17:35BNE-DTW

45h 50m2 stops

15:25 - 07:45DTW-BNE

26h 20m2 stops

$1,027Air Canada

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Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

08:40 - 13:42BNE-DTW

19h 02m1 stop

08:34 - 05:00DTW-BNE

30h 26m2 stops

$1,061American Airlines

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Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

08:40 - 20:05BNE-DTW

25h 25m1 stop

12:07 - 05:00DTW-BNE

26h 53m2 stops

$1,064American Airlines

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Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

11:40 - 05:06BNE-DTW

32h 26m1 stop

09:12 - 07:30DTW-BNE

55h 18m2 stops

$1,074United Airlines

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Sun, 21 Dec - Fri, 2 Jan

11:40 - 05:06BNE-DTW

32h 26m1 stop

05:49 - 07:30DTW-BNE

58h 41m2 stops

$1,078United Airlines

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Sun, 21 Dec - Fri, 2 Jan

10:10 - 15:26MEL-DTW

21h 16m1 stop

20:13 - 08:00DTW-MEL

43h 47m2 stops

$1,462Delta

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Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

10:10 - 15:26MEL-DTW

21h 16m1 stop

20:20 - 08:00DTW-MEL

43h 40m2 stops

$1,466Delta

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Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

06:30 - 18:42SYD-DTW

28h 12m2 stops

15:58 - 12:15DTW-SYD

28h 17m2 stops

$1,592Qantas Airways

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Thu, 19 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

07:20 - 18:42SYD-DTW

27h 22m2 stops

15:58 - 13:00DTW-SYD

29h 02m2 stops

$1,593Qantas Airways

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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

Thu 12/3

09:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 16/3

15:25-07:45

2 stops26h 20m

$1,027

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

08:40-13:42

1 stop19h 02m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 16/3

08:34-05:00

2 stops30h 26m

$1,061

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

08:40-20:05

1 stop25h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 16/3

12:07-05:00

2 stops26h 53m

$1,064

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Sun 21/12

11:40-05:06

1 stop32h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/1

09:12-07:30

2 stops55h 18m

$1,074

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Sun 21/12

11:40-05:06

1 stop32h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/1

05:49-07:30

2 stops58h 41m

$1,078

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

10:10-15:26

1 stop21h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

20:13-08:00

2 stops43h 47m

$1,462

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

10:10-15:26

1 stop21h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

20:20-08:00

2 stops43h 40m

$1,466

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/2

06:30-18:42

2 stops28h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

15:58-12:15

2 stops28h 17m

$1,592

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/2

07:20-18:42

2 stops27h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

15:58-13:00

2 stops29h 02m

$1,593

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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 $1,277. The month of August is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $1,307.

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 $1,907. 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 $2,753. 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 $2,167 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 $3,185.

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 $1,507 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 $1,208 on momondo.

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Summary info about Detroit flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$634
Best Round-Trip Price	$1,026
Fastest flight time	20h 07m
Popular in	April

The best one-way flight price to Detroit from Australia in the last 72 hours is $634 (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 $1,026 (Brisbane to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County).

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The fastest flight to Detroit from Australia takes 20h 07m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County).

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April has the highest demand for flights to Detroit, with a 12% 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 $1,757. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from Australia for as low as $767.

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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