Which airlines fly to Detroit?

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

How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

On average, it takes 24h 25m 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 22h 54m.

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13:00 - 21:14MEL-DTW

24h 14m1 stop

09:00 - 09:30DTW-MEL

32h 30m2 stops

$1,213United Airlines

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Fri, 30 Jan - Thu, 26 Feb

08:40 - 15:00BNE-DTW

21h 20m1 stop

15:50 - 06:30DTW-BNE

23h 40m1 stop

$1,235Qantas Airways

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Mon, 3 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov

11:40 - 13:12BNE-DTW

40h 32m2 stops

11:05 - 07:30DTW-BNE

29h 25m3 stops

$1,322United Airlines

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Thu, 27 Nov - Thu, 4 Dec

09:55 - 23:42SYD-DTW

29h 47m2 stops

07:05 - 10:30DTW-SYD

35h 25m2 stops

$1,793Air New Zealand

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Wed, 26 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec

12:10 - 23:42MEL-DTW

26h 32m2 stops

08:15 - 09:25DTW-MEL

33h 10m2 stops

$1,813Air New Zealand

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Wed, 29 Oct - Wed, 12 Nov

11:20 - 17:35SYD-DTW

46h 15m2 stops

18:15 - 06:55DTW-SYD

44h 40m2 stops

$1,982Air Canada

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Wed, 26 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec

11:20 - 17:35SYD-DTW

46h 15m2 stops

18:15 - 09:35DTW-SYD

47h 20m2 stops

$2,105Air Canada

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Thu, 19 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

19:20 - 19:43MEL-DTW

39h 23m2 stops

15:50 - 23:10DTW-MEL

39h 20m2 stops

$2,114Qantas Airways

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Sat, 1 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov

08:40 - 20:05BNE-DTW

25h 25m1 stop

15:37 - 05:30DTW-BNE

23h 53m2 stops

$2,384American Airlines

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Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

08:40 - 13:42BNE-DTW

19h 02m1 stop

12:12 - 05:00DTW-BNE

26h 48m2 stops

$2,402American Airlines

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Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

13:00-21:14

1 stop24h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 26/2

09:00-09:30

2 stops32h 30m

$1,213

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Mon 3/11

08:40-15:00

1 stop21h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 22/11

15:50-06:30

1 stop23h 40m

$1,235

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Thu 27/11

11:40-13:12

2 stops40h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/12

11:05-07:30

3 stops29h 25m

$1,322

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/11

09:55-23:42

2 stops29h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/12

07:05-10:30

2 stops35h 25m

$1,793

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 29/10

12:10-23:42

2 stops26h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/11

08:15-09:25

2 stops33h 10m

$1,813

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/11

11:20-17:35

2 stops46h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/12

18:15-06:55

2 stops44h 40m

$1,982

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/2

11:20-17:35

2 stops46h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

18:15-09:35

2 stops47h 20m

$2,105

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 1/11

19:20-19:43

2 stops39h 23m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 14/11

15:50-23:10

2 stops39h 20m

$2,114

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

08:40-20:05

1 stop25h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 16/3

15:37-05:30

2 stops23h 53m

$2,384

BrisbaneDetroit

BNE - DTW

BNEDTW

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

08:40-13:42

1 stop19h 02m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 16/3

12:12-05:00

2 stops26h 48m

$2,402

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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 $1,282. The month of August is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $1,310.

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 $1,912. 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 $2,759. 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 $2,172 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 $3,192.

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 $1,525 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 $1,239 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO DETROIT FROM SYDNEY	October	30% cheaper	Flying from Sydney to Detroit costs on average just $1,282 in October
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO DETROIT FROM SYDNEY	December	66% more expensive	It costs about $3,027 for flights to Detroit from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO DETROIT FROM SYDNEY	October	263% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Detroit from Sydney in October than any other month

Cheap Detroit flight deals and tips

Summary info about Detroit flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$822
Best Round-Trip Price	$1,213
Fastest flight time	19h 59m
Popular in	May

The best one-way flight price to Detroit from Australia in the last 72 hours is $822 (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 $1,213 (Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County).

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The fastest flight to Detroit from Australia takes 19h 59m (Brisbane to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County).

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May has the highest demand for flights to Detroit, with a 24% 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 $1,814. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from Australia for as low as $769.

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 October 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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