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

Qantas Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Detroit to Melbourne

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

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

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

As of January 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Detroit to Melbourne.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to Melbourne.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne 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 Melbourne. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$775 Cheap Flights from Detroit to Melbourne in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Melbourne?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,113 to $1,616. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,459.

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18:14 - 09:30

DTW

MEL

24h 16m

1 stop

13:45 - 05:05

MEL

DTW

30h 20m

2 stops

$1,459Multiple Airlines

Tue, 10 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

18:14 - 09:30

DTW

MEL

24h 16m

1 stop

13:45 - 05:05

MEL

DTW

30h 20m

2 stops

$1,491Multiple Airlines

Wed, 11 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

15:56 - 05:00

DTW

MEL

22h 04m

1 stop

13:35 - 21:19

MEL

DTW

21h 44m

1 stop

$1,500Qantas Airways

Sat, 14 Mar - Mon, 6 Apr

11:33 - 05:00

DTW

MEL

26h 27m

1 stop

16:05 - 21:19

MEL

DTW

20h 14m

1 stop

$1,501American Airlines

Mon, 9 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

11:20 - 05:00

DTW

MEL

25h 40m

1 stop

16:05 - 23:59

MEL

DTW

23h 54m

1 stop

$1,503American Airlines

Sat, 7 Feb - Sat, 21 Feb

16:30 - 09:30

DTW

MEL

25h 00m

2 stops

16:05 - 23:59

MEL

DTW

23h 54m

1 stop

$1,508American Airlines

Sat, 7 Feb - Sat, 21 Feb

15:56 - 09:30

DTW

MEL

25h 34m

2 stops

12:00 - 00:31

MEL

DTW

27h 31m

2 stops

$1,524American Airlines

Sat, 7 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar

15:56 - 05:00

DTW

MEL

23h 04m

1 stop

13:35 - 21:43

MEL

DTW

22h 08m

1 stop

$1,526Qantas Airways

Sat, 4 Apr - Sat, 25 Apr

06:10 - 06:45

DTW

MEL

34h 35m

1 stop

13:30 - 05:12

MEL

DTW

29h 42m

2 stops

$1,533Multiple Airlines

Tue, 12 May - Thu, 14 May

16:43 - 09:30

DTW

MEL

24h 47m

2 stops

13:00 - 20:59

MEL

DTW

23h 59m

1 stop

$1,534United Airlines

Fri, 20 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

Air New Zealand flights from Detroit to Melbourne

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Detroit to Melbourne flight tickets

Air New Zealand

5 May

DTW08:35Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 40m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

12 May

MEL10:55Melbourne

21h 55m

1 stop

DTW18:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,652

Air New Zealand

31 Jan

DTW07:10Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 55m

3 stops

MEL14:05Melbourne

1 Dec

MEL21:00Melbourne

42h 44m

3 stops

DTW23:44Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$4,163

American Airlines flights from Detroit to Melbourne

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American Airlines

9 Mar

DTW11:33Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 27m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

16 Mar

MEL16:05Melbourne

20h 14m

1 stop

DTW21:19Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,501

American Airlines

7 Feb

DTW11:20Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 40m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

21 Feb

MEL16:05Melbourne

23h 54m

1 stop

DTW23:59Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,503

American Airlines

7 Feb

DTW16:30Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 00m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

21 Feb

MEL16:05Melbourne

23h 54m

1 stop

DTW23:59Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,508

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DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/3

18:14-09:30

1 stop24h 16m

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

13:45-05:05

2 stops30h 20m

$1,459

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/3

18:14-09:30

1 stop24h 16m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

13:45-05:05

2 stops30h 20m

$1,491

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 14/3

15:56-05:00

1 stop22h 04m

Melbourne

Mon 6/4

13:35-21:19

1 stop21h 44m

$1,500

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/3

11:33-05:00

1 stop26h 27m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

16:05-21:19

1 stop20h 14m

$1,501

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/2

11:20-05:00

1 stop25h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 21/2

16:05-23:59

1 stop23h 54m

$1,503

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/2

16:30-09:30

2 stops25h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 21/2

16:05-23:59

1 stop23h 54m

$1,508

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/3

15:56-09:30

2 stops25h 34m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

12:00-00:31

2 stops27h 31m

$1,524

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/4

15:56-05:00

1 stop23h 04m

Melbourne

Sat 25/4

13:35-21:43

1 stop22h 08m

$1,526

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/5

06:10-06:45

1 stop34h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

13:30-05:12

2 stops29h 42m

$1,533

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 20/2

16:43-09:30

2 stops24h 47m

Melbourne

Fri 27/2

13:00-20:59

1 stop23h 59m

$1,534

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit to Melbourne

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Melbourne?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, July is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,407. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of July, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,433.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,743 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Detroit for as low as $1,376 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	24h 16m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Detroit to Melbourne takes 24h 16m

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

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How far is Detroit to Melbourne by plane?
There are 15941.7 km between Detroit and Melbourne. Flights usually cover this in 24h 16m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Melbourne are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Melbourne?
As of January 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Detroit to Melbourne.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Melbourne?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne 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 Melbourne. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Melbourne

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,192	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 977 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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