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 53% 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.

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 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.

$1,221 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 $1,140 to $2,045. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,221.

1 adult

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Detroit

Round-trip

One-way

Cheap return flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

13:00 - 10:33MEL-DTW

37h 33m2 stops

09:00 - 09:30DTW-MEL

32h 30m2 stops

$1,221United Airlines

Find Deal

Tue, 23 Dec - Sat, 24 Jan

11:30 - 15:10MEL-DTW

43h 40m2 stops

09:00 - 10:00DTW-MEL

33h 00m2 stops

$1,224United Airlines

Find Deal

Tue, 23 Dec - Sat, 24 Jan

10:10 - 15:26MEL-DTW

21h 16m1 stop

20:13 - 08:00DTW-MEL

43h 47m2 stops

$1,462Delta

Find Deal

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

10:10 - 15:26MEL-DTW

21h 16m1 stop

20:20 - 08:00DTW-MEL

43h 40m2 stops

$1,466Delta

Find Deal

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

10:10 - 15:26MEL-DTW

21h 16m1 stop

20:20 - 08:00DTW-MEL

43h 40m2 stops

$1,671Delta

Find Deal

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

06:00 - 15:08MEL-DTW

25h 08m2 stops

15:58 - 17:45DTW-MEL

33h 47m2 stops

$1,673Qantas Airways

Find Deal

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

06:00 - 15:08MEL-DTW

25h 08m2 stops

15:58 - 13:35DTW-MEL

29h 37m2 stops

$1,674Qantas Airways

Find Deal

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

11:55 - 20:40MEL-DTW

23h 45m1 stop

09:00 - 07:30DTW-MEL

32h 30m2 stops

$2,086United Airlines

Find Deal

Sat, 4 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr

18:00 - 17:33MEL-DTW

62h 33m3 stops

18:15 - 11:05DTW-MEL

50h 50m3 stops

$2,386Air Canada

Find Deal

Sat, 4 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr

11:30 - 22:30MEL-DTW

27h 00m2 stops

09:06 - 09:30DTW-MEL

32h 24m2 stops

$2,953United Airlines

Find Deal

Thu, 11 Dec - Thu, 18 Dec

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Detroit

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to Detroit flight tickets

United Airlines

23 Dec

MEL11:30Melbourne

43h 40m

2 stops

DTW15:10Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24 Jan

DTW11:05Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

30h 25m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,221

Find similar

United Airlines

23 Dec

MEL11:30Melbourne

43h 40m

2 stops

DTW15:10Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24 Jan

DTW09:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 00m

2 stops

MEL10:00Melbourne

$1,224

Find similar

United Airlines

4 Apr

MEL11:55Melbourne

23h 45m

1 stop

DTW20:40Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24 Apr

DTW09:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 30m

2 stops

MEL07:30Melbourne

$2,086

Find similar

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Detroit

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne to Detroit flight tickets

Qantas Airways

18 Feb

MEL06:00Melbourne

25h 08m

2 stops

DTW15:08Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22 Feb

DTW15:58Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 47m

2 stops

MEL17:45Melbourne

$1,673

Find similar

Qantas Airways

18 Feb

MEL06:00Melbourne

25h 08m

2 stops

DTW15:08Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22 Feb

DTW15:58Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 37m

2 stops

MEL13:35Melbourne

$1,674

Find similar

Qantas Airways

4 Apr

MEL15:35Melbourne

41h 19m

1 stop

DTW17:54Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24 Apr

DTW16:08Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 52m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$3,043

Find similar

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 23/12

13:00-10:33

2 stops37h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 24/1

09:00-09:30

2 stops32h 30m

$1,221

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 23/12

11:30-15:10

2 stops43h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 24/1

09:00-10:00

2 stops33h 00m

$1,224

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

10:10-15:26

1 stop21h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

20:13-08:00

2 stops43h 47m

$1,462

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

10:10-15:26

1 stop21h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

20:20-08:00

2 stops43h 40m

$1,466

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

10:10-15:26

1 stop21h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

20:20-08:00

2 stops43h 40m

$1,671

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

06:00-15:08

2 stops25h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

15:58-17:45

2 stops33h 47m

$1,673

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

06:00-15:08

2 stops25h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

15:58-13:35

2 stops29h 37m

$1,674

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 4/4

11:55-20:40

1 stop23h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 24/4

09:00-07:30

2 stops32h 30m

$2,086

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 4/4

18:00-17:33

3 stops62h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 24/4

18:15-11:05

3 stops50h 50m

$2,386

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 11/12

11:30-22:30

2 stops27h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 18/12

09:06-09:30

2 stops32h 24m

$2,953

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Sorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Detroit

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

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, September 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 $1,290. The month of August is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,330.

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 $2,095. 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 $2,522. 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 $2,226 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 $3,136.

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 $1,719 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 $1,117 on momondo.

Cheap Melbourne to Detroit flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne to Detroit

Direct flights	None

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

Search flight deals

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 21h 16m.
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 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

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

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $845	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,053 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,145	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,017 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,267	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 934 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Melbourne to Detroit?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from Melbourne to Detroit. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights from Melbourne to Detroit with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches from Melbourne to Detroit on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to Detroit?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Detroit from Melbourne.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Detroit from Melbourne. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.