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

United Airlines and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Detroit

Which airlines fly to Detroit?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit from Melbourne according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Detroit on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne to Detroit are updated daily.

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

As of November 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Detroit.

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

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Detroit can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Detroit. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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10:10 - 19:05MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 55m1 stop Los Angeles

19:55 - 07:50DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

45h 55m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles

$1,654Delta

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 13 Apr

10:10 - 18:40MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

19:45 - 07:50DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

46h 05m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles

$1,654Delta

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 13 Apr

22:45 - 09:40MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas

19:16 - 10:20DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

25h 04m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,684American Airlines

Wed, 18 Nov - Tue, 13 Apr

11:30 - 22:15MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl

19:15 - 08:15DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

23h 00m1 stop San Francisco

$1,887United Airlines

Wed, 18 Nov - Tue, 13 Apr

12:00 - 18:46MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

15:33 - 05:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

22h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,127Qantas Airways

Thu, 18 Mar - Thu, 25 Mar

15:30 - 17:36MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

42h 06m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

07:00 - 05:55DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

32h 55m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Hong Kong Intl

$2,525Multiple Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 13 Apr

10:00 - 21:39MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 39m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

15:33 - 10:35DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

28h 02m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,840Multiple Airlines

Thu, 18 Mar - Thu, 25 Mar

12:00 - 17:10MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

19:16 - 10:35DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

25h 19m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,988American Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 13 Apr

12:00 - 17:10MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

19:16 - 05:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

43h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$3,651Qantas Airways

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 13 Apr

12:45 - 06:42MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 57m1 stop San Francisco

16:40 - 10:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

49h 50m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

$7,101United Airlines

Tue, 24 Nov - Fri, 18 Dec

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Detroit

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Qantas Airways

18 Mar

MEL12:00Melbourne

21h 46m

1 stop

DTW18:46Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25 Mar

DTW15:33Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 27m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$2,127

Qantas Airways

17 Nov

MEL12:00Melbourne

21h 10m

1 stop

DTW17:10Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13 Apr

DTW19:16Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

43h 44m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$3,651

Qantas Airways

17 Nov

MEL12:00Melbourne

21h 10m

1 stop

DTW17:10Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13 Apr

DTW19:16Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

43h 44m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$4,101

Delta flights from Melbourne to Detroit

Our best Delta deals on Melbourne to Detroit flight tickets

Delta

17 Nov

MEL10:10Melbourne

24h 30m

2 stops

DTW18:40Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13 Apr

DTW19:45Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

46h 05m

2 stops

MEL07:50Melbourne

$1,654

Delta

18 Mar

MEL09:10Melbourne

28h 56m

1 stop

DTW23:06Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25 Mar

DTW12:47Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 13m

2 stops

MEL07:00Melbourne

$2,014

Delta

24 Nov

MEL10:10Melbourne

22h 50m

1 stop

DTW17:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

18 Dec

DTW21:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

42h 10m

2 stops

MEL08:00Melbourne

$7,718

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Tue 17/11

10:10-19:05

1 stop24h 55m

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2 stops45h 55m

$1,654

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Tue 17/11

10:10-18:40

2 stops24h 30m

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19:45-07:50

2 stops46h 05m

$1,654

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MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Wed 18/11

22:45-09:40

2 stops26h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/4

19:16-10:20

2 stops25h 04m

$1,684

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Wed 18/11

11:30-22:15

2 stops26h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/4

19:15-08:15

1 stop23h 00m

$1,887

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MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 18/3

12:00-18:46

1 stop21h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 25/3

15:33-05:00

1 stop22h 27m

$2,127

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MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

15:30-17:36

2 stops42h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/4

07:00-05:55

2 stops32h 55m

$2,525

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MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 18/3

10:00-21:39

3 stops26h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 25/3

15:33-10:35

2 stops28h 02m

$2,840

MelbourneDetroit

MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

12:00-17:10

1 stop21h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/4

19:16-10:35

2 stops25h 19m

$2,988

MelbourneDetroit

MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

12:00-17:10

1 stop21h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/4

19:16-05:00

1 stop43h 44m

$3,651

MelbourneDetroit

MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 24/11

12:45-06:42

1 stop33h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 18/12

16:40-10:30

2 stops49h 50m

$7,101

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Detroit

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,611 to $1,903.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,654.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Detroit. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,136. The month of April is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,243.

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Best price found	$1,595
Fastest flight time	24h 30m
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The best one-way flight to Detroit from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $1,595. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,654.

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Detroit takes 24h 30m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to Detroit

How far is Melbourne to Detroit by plane?
There are 15941.7 km between Melbourne and Detroit. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 24h 30m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Detroit?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Detroit are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Detroit?
As of November 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Detroit.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne 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 from Melbourne to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Detroit can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Detroit. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $841	Free cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,230 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $860	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,696 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,033	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,460 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,038	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,122 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,537	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 681 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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