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

Qantas Airways, Air Canada, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers 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 July 2025, there are 2 operators 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.

$779 Cheap Flights from Detroit to Melbourne in 2025

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 $1,402 to $1,812. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,465.

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17:32 - 22:50DTW-AVV

39h 18m2 stops

20:55 - 16:40AVV-DTW

33h 45m2 stops

$1,465

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Mon, 8 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep

11:05 - 11:05DTW-MEL

34h 00m3 stops

20:30 - 20:00MEL-DTW

37h 30m3 stops

$1,527Air Canada

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Mon, 8 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep

16:10 - 11:05DTW-MEL

28h 55m3 stops

06:00 - 10:24MEL-DTW

42h 24m3 stops

$1,620Air Canada

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Wed, 13 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug

08:19 - 05:00DTW-MEL

28h 41m2 stops

16:05 - 20:08MEL-DTW

20h 03m1 stop

$1,634American Airlines

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Fri, 28 Nov - Mon, 15 Dec

17:35 - 10:00DTW-MEL

24h 25m1 stop

13:00 - 19:04MEL-DTW

22h 04m1 stop

$1,663United Airlines

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Fri, 28 Nov - Mon, 15 Dec

17:35 - 10:00DTW-MEL

24h 25m1 stop

13:00 - 19:04MEL-DTW

22h 04m1 stop

$1,664United Airlines

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Fri, 28 Nov - Mon, 15 Dec

19:40 - 10:05DTW-MEL

24h 25m2 stops

08:45 - 22:24MEL-DTW

27h 39m2 stops

$1,686Qantas Airways

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Mon, 4 Aug - Mon, 18 Aug

18:07 - 10:05DTW-MEL

25h 58m2 stops

20:30 - 22:40MEL-DTW

40h 10m2 stops

$1,712Qantas Airways

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Mon, 15 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep

12:08 - 09:30DTW-MEL

29h 22m2 stops

12:00 - 21:10MEL-DTW

25h 10m2 stops

$1,738American Airlines

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Thu, 20 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec

15:59 - 08:00DTW-MEL

24h 01m1 stop

09:10 - 19:15MEL-DTW

25h 05m1 stop

$2,138Delta

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Wed, 31 Dec - Fri, 20 Mar

Air Canada flights from Detroit to Melbourne

Our best Air Canada deals on Detroit to Melbourne flight tickets

Air Canada

8 Sept

DTW11:05Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 00m

3 stops

MEL11:05Melbourne

24 Sept

MEL20:30Melbourne

37h 30m

3 stops

DTW20:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,527

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Air Canada

13 Aug

DTW16:10Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 55m

3 stops

MEL11:05Melbourne

19 Aug

MEL06:00Melbourne

42h 24m

3 stops

DTW10:24Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,620

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Air Canada

17 Sept

DTW16:10Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 55m

3 stops

MEL11:05Melbourne

23 Sept

MEL06:00Melbourne

42h 29m

3 stops

DTW10:29Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,660

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American Airlines flights from Detroit to Melbourne

Our best American Airlines deals on Detroit to Melbourne flight tickets

American Airlines

28 Nov

DTW08:19Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 41m

2 stops

MEL05:00Melbourne

15 Dec

MEL16:05Melbourne

20h 03m

1 stop

DTW20:08Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,634

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American Airlines

20 Nov

DTW12:08Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 22m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

1 Dec

MEL12:00Melbourne

25h 10m

2 stops

DTW21:10Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,738

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American Airlines

28 Nov

DTW11:53Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 07m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

15 Dec

MEL16:05Melbourne

20h 03m

1 stop

DTW20:08Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,859

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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, June 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 $1,512. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of June, then flying in July is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,526.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $2,764. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Monday is $2,918.

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 $2,215 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 $1,684 on momondo.

Cheap Detroit to Melbourne flight deals and tips

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Best price found	$779
Fastest flight time	22h 32m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Melbourne	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Melbourne from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $779. The best return flight deal from Detroit to Melbourne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,465.

The fastest flight from Detroit to Melbourne takes 22h 32m

There are no direct flights from Detroit to Melbourne. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport - Melbourne Airport and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport - Melbourne Avalon Airport.

There are 2 airports near Melbourne: Melbourne Avalon (AVV), Melbourne (MEL)

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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 22h 53m, 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 July 2025, there are 2 operators 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

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

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,265	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 879 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,704	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,865 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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