Which airlines fly to Detroit?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit from Melbourne according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Detroit on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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 December 2025, there are 3 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.

$882 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Detroit in 2025/26

Q: 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 $1,241 to $3,064. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,325.

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10:30 - 22:10

MEL

DTW

26h 40m2 stops

10:32 - 09:15

DTW

MEL

31h 43m2 stops

$1,325United Airlines

Sun, 22 Mar - Wed, 1 Apr

09:10 - 22:54

MEL

DTW

28h 44m1 stop

12:30 - 08:50

DTW

MEL

29h 20m1 stop

$1,336Delta

Sun, 22 Mar - Wed, 1 Apr

08:00 - 17:35

MEL

DTW

49h 35m3 stops

18:15 - 13:35

DTW

MEL

51h 20m3 stops

$1,407Air Canada

Wed, 4 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

08:00 - 17:35

MEL

DTW

49h 35m3 stops

18:15 - 13:35

DTW

MEL

51h 20m3 stops

$1,409Air Canada

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

08:00 - 17:35

MEL

DTW

49h 35m3 stops

18:15 - 15:35

DTW

MEL

53h 20m3 stops

$1,413Air Canada

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

06:00 - 20:44

MEL

DTW

30h 44m2 stops

13:23 - 12:25

DTW

MEL

31h 02m2 stops

$1,682Qantas Airways

Wed, 4 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

18:30 - 15:07

MEL

DTW

36h 37m2 stops

15:58 - 11:25

DTW

MEL

27h 27m2 stops

$1,687Qantas Airways

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

17:45 - 15:07

MEL

DTW

37h 22m2 stops

15:58 - 13:35

DTW

MEL

29h 37m2 stops

$1,691Qantas Airways

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

16:05 - 20:44

MEL

DTW

20h 39m1 stop

17:35 - 12:25

DTW

MEL

26h 50m2 stops

$2,192Qantas Airways

Wed, 4 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

16:05 - 23:16

MEL

DTW

23h 11m1 stop

15:58 - 11:25

DTW

MEL

27h 27m2 stops

$2,194Qantas Airways

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

Air Canada flights from Melbourne to Detroit

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Air Canada

4 Feb

MEL08:00Melbourne

49h 35m

3 stops

DTW17:35Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8 Feb

DTW18:15Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

51h 20m

3 stops

MEL13:35Melbourne

$1,407

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Air Canada

18 Feb

MEL08:00Melbourne

49h 35m

3 stops

DTW17:35Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22 Feb

DTW18:15Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

51h 20m

3 stops

MEL13:35Melbourne

$1,409

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Air Canada

18 Feb

MEL08:00Melbourne

49h 35m

3 stops

DTW17:35Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22 Feb

DTW18:15Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

53h 20m

3 stops

MEL15:35Melbourne

$1,413

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Detroit

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Qantas Airways

4 Feb

MEL06:00Melbourne

30h 44m

2 stops

DTW20:44Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8 Feb

DTW13:23Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 02m

2 stops

MEL12:25Melbourne

$1,682

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Qantas Airways

18 Feb

MEL18:30Melbourne

36h 37m

2 stops

DTW15:07Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22 Feb

DTW15:58Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 27m

2 stops

MEL11:25Melbourne

$1,687

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Qantas Airways

18 Feb

MEL17:45Melbourne

37h 22m

2 stops

DTW15:07Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22 Feb

DTW15:58Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 37m

2 stops

MEL13:35Melbourne

$1,691

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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

10:30-22:10

2 stops26h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/4

10:32-09:15

2 stops31h 43m

$1,325

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

09:10-22:54

1 stop28h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/4

12:30-08:50

1 stop29h 20m

$1,336

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

08:00-17:35

3 stops49h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/2

18:15-13:35

3 stops51h 20m

$1,407

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

08:00-17:35

3 stops49h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

18:15-13:35

3 stops51h 20m

$1,409

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

08:00-17:35

3 stops49h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

18:15-15:35

3 stops53h 20m

$1,413

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

06:00-20:44

2 stops30h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/2

13:23-12:25

2 stops31h 02m

$1,682

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

18:30-15:07

2 stops36h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

15:58-11:25

2 stops27h 27m

$1,687

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

17:45-15:07

2 stops37h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

15:58-13:35

2 stops29h 37m

$1,691

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

16:05-20:44

1 stop20h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/2

17:35-12:25

2 stops26h 50m

$2,192

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

16:05-23:16

1 stop23h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

15:58-11:25

2 stops27h 27m

$2,194

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

In general, November 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 $1,124. The month of September is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,275.

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

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Detroit from Melbourne. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was $2,071. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $2,493. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Detroit.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

Flying to Detroit from Melbourne in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $2,200 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Detroit is in the evening when prices are around $3,099.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Detroit from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Detroit for around $1,555 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Detroit from Melbourne for as low as $1,110 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	27h 04m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Detroit takes 27h 04m

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

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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 27h 04m.
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 December 2025, there are 3 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 $835	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,057 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,102	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 948 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,122	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,095 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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