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

Air Canada and Qantas Airways 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 January 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.

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18:15 - 08:45

DTW

BNE

47h 30m

2 stops

09:45 - 17:35

BNE

DTW

45h 50m

2 stops

$1,259Air Canada

Wed, 18 Feb - Thu, 12 Mar

18:15 - 08:45

DTW

BNE

47h 30m

2 stops

09:45 - 17:35

BNE

DTW

45h 50m

2 stops

$1,261Air Canada

Wed, 18 Feb - Thu, 12 Mar

16:01 - 05:00

DTW

MEL

21h 59m

1 stop

16:05 - 21:22

MEL

DTW

20h 17m

1 stop

$1,324Qantas Airways

Fri, 13 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar

11:00 - 08:45

DTW

BNE

30h 45m

2 stops

19:50 - 17:35

BNE

DTW

59h 45m

3 stops

$1,328Multiple Airlines

Wed, 18 Feb - Thu, 12 Mar

18:15 - 08:45

DTW

BNE

47h 30m

2 stops

19:50 - 17:35

BNE

DTW

59h 45m

3 stops

$1,334Multiple Airlines

Wed, 18 Feb - Thu, 12 Mar

11:40 - 06:55

DTW

SYD

27h 15m

1 stop

07:05 - 15:09

SYD

DTW

24h 04m

2 stops

$1,472Qantas Airways

Wed, 25 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar

11:40 - 05:00

DTW

MEL

25h 20m

1 stop

16:05 - 21:22

MEL

DTW

20h 17m

1 stop

$1,482American Airlines

Sat, 28 Feb - Sat, 28 Mar

18:08 - 09:30

DTW

MEL

24h 22m

2 stops

16:05 - 21:22

MEL

DTW

20h 17m

1 stop

$1,488American Airlines

Fri, 13 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar

16:42 - 08:30

DTW

MEL

24h 48m

2 stops

10:55 - 21:25

MEL

DTW

24h 30m

1 stop

$1,515United Airlines

Sun, 15 Mar - Wed, 15 Apr

10:28 - 09:30

DTW

ADL

31h 32m

2 stops

13:55 - 23:59

ADL

DTW

24h 34m

1 stop

$2,517United Airlines

Mon, 23 Feb - Wed, 11 Mar

Qantas Airways flights from Detroit to Australia

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Detroit to Australia flight tickets

Qantas Airways

13 Mar

DTW16:01Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 59m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

28 Mar

MEL16:05Melbourne

20h 17m

1 stop

DTW21:22Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,324

Qantas Airways

25 Feb

DTW11:40Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 15m

1 stop

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

4 Mar

SYD07:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 04m

2 stops

DTW15:09Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,472

Qantas Airways

13 Mar

DTW16:01Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 59m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

28 Mar

MEL16:05Melbourne

20h 17m

1 stop

DTW21:22Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,479

American Airlines flights from Detroit to Australia

Our best American Airlines deals on Detroit to Australia flight tickets

American Airlines

26 Feb

DTW11:11Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 49m

2 stops

BNE05:00Brisbane

8 Mar

BNE19:40Brisbane

28h 16m

2 stops

DTW09:56Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,439

American Airlines

18 Feb

DTW11:40Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 20m

2 stops

BNE05:00Brisbane

12 Mar

BNE08:40Brisbane

24h 00m

1 stop

DTW18:40Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,449

American Airlines

18 Feb

DTW11:11Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 49m

2 stops

BNE05:00Brisbane

12 Mar

BNE08:40Brisbane

26h 39m

1 stop

DTW21:19Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,451

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DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 18/2

18:15-08:45

2 stops47h 30m

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

09:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

$1,259

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 18/2

18:15-08:45

2 stops47h 30m

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

09:45-17:35

2 stops45h 50m

$1,261

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 13/3

16:01-05:00

1 stop21h 59m

Melbourne

Sat 28/3

16:05-21:22

1 stop20h 17m

$1,324

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 18/2

11:00-08:45

2 stops30h 45m

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

19:50-17:35

3 stops59h 45m

$1,328

DetroitBrisbane

DTW - BNE

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 18/2

18:15-08:45

2 stops47h 30m

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

19:50-17:35

3 stops59h 45m

$1,334

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 25/2

11:40-06:55

1 stop27h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/3

07:05-15:09

2 stops24h 04m

$1,472

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 28/2

11:40-05:00

1 stop25h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 28/3

16:05-21:22

1 stop20h 17m

$1,482

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 13/3

18:08-09:30

2 stops24h 22m

Melbourne

Sat 28/3

16:05-21:22

1 stop20h 17m

$1,488

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 15/3

16:42-08:30

2 stops24h 48m

Melbourne

Wed 15/4

10:55-21:25

1 stop24h 30m

$1,515

DetroitAdelaide

DTW - ADL

DTWADL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/2

10:28-09:30

2 stops31h 32m

Adelaide

Wed 11/3

13:55-23:59

1 stop24h 34m

$2,517

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

In general, September 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 $1,288. If you don’t want to visit Australia in September, then you should wait until August to fly from Detroit, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,305.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,431 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 $1,241 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit to Australia flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to Australia flight.

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Fastest flight time	21h 59m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Detroit to Australia takes 21h 59m

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

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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 January 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

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,175	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 981 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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