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

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

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Australia?

Prices for flights from Detroit to Australia are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Australia?

There is 1 operator available for flights from Detroit to Australia as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Australia?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Australia.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Australia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Australia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$787 Cheap Flights from Detroit to Australia in 2026

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15:50 - 06:30

DTW

BNE

23h 40m

1 stop

09:40 - 17:45

BNE

DTW

23h 05m

1 stop

$1,612Qantas Airways

Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov

13:02 - 06:45

DTW

MEL

27h 43m

2 stops

09:45 - 20:42

MEL

DTW

24h 57m

2 stops

$1,630American Airlines

Mon, 29 Jun - Sat, 11 Jul

12:38 - 07:50

DTW

MEL

29h 12m

1 stop

10:00 - 23:19

MEL

DTW

27h 19m

1 stop

$1,649Delta

Wed, 1 Jul - Fri, 31 Jul

12:38 - 07:50

DTW

MEL

29h 12m

1 stop

10:00 - 23:59

MEL

DTW

27h 59m

2 stops

$1,656Delta

Wed, 1 Jul - Fri, 31 Jul

16:15 - 10:00

DTW

MEL

25h 45m

2 stops

13:00 - 23:52

MEL

DTW

26h 52m

2 stops

$1,660United Airlines

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

08:50 - 10:00

DTW

MEL

33h 10m

2 stops

13:00 - 20:40

MEL

DTW

23h 40m

1 stop

$1,662United Airlines

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

06:15 - 08:15

DTW

MEL

36h 00m

2 stops

09:30 - 18:38

MEL

DTW

23h 08m

2 stops

$1,679Air New Zealand

Sun, 28 Jun - Wed, 8 Jul

11:49 - 10:35

DTW

BNE

32h 46m

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11:35 - 11:55

BNE

DTW

38h 20m

3 stops

$1,734Multiple Airlines

Fri, 31 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug

10:45 - 14:10

DTW

AVV

36h 25m

3 stops

06:00 - 17:40

AVV

DTW

51h 40m

3 stops

$1,854Multiple Airlines

Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov

19:18 - 12:25

DTW

OOL

27h 07m

2 stops

06:00 - 18:06

OOL

DTW

26h 06m

2 stops

$2,134Air New Zealand

Wed, 12 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug

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Qantas Airways flights from Detroit to Australia

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Qantas Airways

4 Nov

DTW15:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23h 40m

1 stop

BNE06:30Brisbane

18 Nov

BNE09:40Brisbane

23h 05m

1 stop

DTW17:45Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,612

Qantas Airways

3 Nov

DTW11:48Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 42m

1 stop

BNE06:30Brisbane

17 Nov

BNE09:40Brisbane

23h 05m

1 stop

DTW17:45Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,717

Qantas Airways

4 Nov

DTW15:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 35m

2 stops

SYD22:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

18 Nov

SYD14:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 40m

1 stop

DTW17:45Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,733

American Airlines flights from Detroit to Australia

Our best American Airlines deals on Detroit to Australia flight tickets

American Airlines

29 June

DTW13:02Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 43m

2 stops

MEL06:45Melbourne

11 July

MEL09:45Melbourne

24h 57m

2 stops

DTW20:42Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,630

American Airlines

16 Sept

DTW12:52Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 08m

2 stops

BNE05:00Brisbane

18 Oct

BNE20:35Brisbane

26h 17m

2 stops

DTW08:52Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,655

American Airlines

26 July

DTW15:52Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 53m

2 stops

MEL06:45Melbourne

2 Aug

MEL09:45Melbourne

25h 45m

2 stops

DTW21:30Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,664

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/11

15:50-06:30

1 stop23h 40m

Brisbane

Wed 18/11

09:40-17:45

1 stop23h 05m

$1,612

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DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 29/6

13:02-06:45

2 stops27h 43m

Melbourne

Sat 11/7

09:45-20:42

2 stops24h 57m

$1,630

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/7

12:38-07:50

1 stop29h 12m

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

10:00-23:19

1 stop27h 19m

$1,649

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/7

12:38-07:50

1 stop29h 12m

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

10:00-23:59

2 stops27h 59m

$1,656

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/11

16:15-10:00

2 stops25h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 24/11

13:00-23:52

2 stops26h 52m

$1,660

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/11

08:50-10:00

2 stops33h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 24/11

13:00-20:40

1 stop23h 40m

$1,662

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 28/6

06:15-08:15

2 stops36h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 8/7

09:30-18:38

2 stops23h 08m

$1,679

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 31/7

11:49-10:35

3 stops32h 46m

Brisbane

Fri 7/8

11:35-11:55

3 stops38h 20m

$1,734

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - AVV

DTWAVV

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 20/10

10:45-14:10

3 stops36h 25m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 10/11

06:00-17:40

3 stops51h 40m

$1,854

DetroitCoolangatta

DTW - OOL

DTWOOL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/8

19:18-12:25

2 stops27h 07m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 19/8

06:00-18:06

2 stops26h 06m

$2,134

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit to Australia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Australia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $256. If you don’t want to visit Australia in March, then you should wait until May to fly from Detroit, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $263.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $1,697 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from Detroit for as low as $1,297 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit to Australia flights?

You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to Australia flight.

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Fastest flight time	21h 12m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Detroit to Australia takes 21h 12m

There are no direct flights from Detroit to Australia. There are no popular flight routes from Detroit to Australia.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to Australia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Australia?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Australia are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Australia?
There is 1 operator available for flights from Detroit to Australia as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Australia?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Australia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?
The required travel and health documents for your Australia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Australia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Australia

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Detroit to Australia with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,587	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,047 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Australia from Detroit with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from Detroit to Australia?

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