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

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.

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.

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12:00 - 21:58

MEL

DTW

25h 58m2 stops

12:06 - 05:00

DTW

MEL

26h 54m2 stops

$1,302American Airlines

Sun, 18 Jan - Mon, 6 Apr

13:00 - 22:30

MEL

DTW

25h 30m2 stops

11:05 - 09:30

DTW

MEL

30h 25m2 stops

$1,317United Airlines

Sun, 25 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

10:10 - 20:40

MEL

DTW

26h 30m1 stop

18:47 - 07:40

DTW

MEL

22h 53m1 stop

$1,328Delta

Sun, 18 Jan - Mon, 6 Apr

08:00 - 17:35

MEL

DTW

49h 35m3 stops

18:15 - 13:35

DTW

MEL

51h 20m3 stops

$1,408Air Canada

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

06:00 - 23:16

MEL

DTW

33h 16m2 stops

15:58 - 15:40

DTW

MEL

31h 42m2 stops

$1,680Qantas Airways

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

06:00 - 23:16

MEL

DTW

33h 16m2 stops

15:58 - 19:45

DTW

MEL

35h 47m2 stops

$1,681Qantas Airways

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

06:00 - 23:16

MEL

DTW

33h 16m2 stops

15:58 - 16:40

DTW

MEL

32h 42m2 stops

$1,683Qantas Airways

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

08:10 - 21:02

MEL

DTW

28h 52m3 stops

11:28 - 14:15

DTW

MEL

34h 47m3 stops

$1,780Multiple Airlines

Sun, 25 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

13:55 - 05:12

MEL

DTW

31h 17m2 stops

09:01 - 12:45

DTW

MEL

35h 44m3 stops

$1,885Multiple Airlines

Sun, 25 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

12:10 - 23:44

MEL

DTW

25h 34m2 stops

07:00 - 10:55

DTW

MEL

37h 55m2 stops

$1,993Air New Zealand

Thu, 7 May - Sun, 10 May

Air Canada flights from Melbourne to Detroit

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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

$1,408

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Air Canada

19 Dec

MEL08:00Melbourne

49h 35m

3 stops

DTW17:35Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23 Dec

DTW18:15Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

51h 20m

3 stops

MEL13:35Melbourne

$5,680

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Air Canada

14 Dec

MEL08:00Melbourne

49h 35m

3 stops

DTW17:35Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5 Jan

DTW18:15Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

51h 20m

3 stops

MEL13:35Melbourne

$6,356

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Detroit

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Qantas Airways

18 Feb

MEL06:00Melbourne

33h 16m

2 stops

DTW23:16Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22 Feb

DTW15:58Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 42m

2 stops

MEL15:40Melbourne

$1,680

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Qantas Airways

18 Feb

MEL06:00Melbourne

33h 16m

2 stops

DTW23:16Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22 Feb

DTW15:58Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 47m

2 stops

MEL19:45Melbourne

$1,681

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Qantas Airways

18 Feb

MEL06:00Melbourne

33h 16m

2 stops

DTW23:16Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22 Feb

DTW15:58Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 42m

2 stops

MEL16:40Melbourne

$1,683

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MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

12:00-21:58

2 stops25h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/4

12:06-05:00

2 stops26h 54m

$1,302

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 25/1

13:00-22:30

2 stops25h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/2

11:05-09:30

2 stops30h 25m

$1,317

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

10:10-20:40

1 stop26h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/4

18:47-07:40

1 stop22h 53m

$1,328

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

$1,408

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

06:00-23:16

2 stops33h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

15:58-15:40

2 stops31h 42m

$1,680

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

06:00-23:16

2 stops33h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

15:58-19:45

2 stops35h 47m

$1,681

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

06:00-23:16

2 stops33h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

15:58-16:40

2 stops32h 42m

$1,683

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 25/1

08:10-21:02

3 stops28h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/2

11:28-14:15

3 stops34h 47m

$1,780

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 25/1

13:55-05:12

2 stops31h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/2

09:01-12:45

3 stops35h 44m

$1,885

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

12:10-23:44

2 stops25h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/5

07:00-10:55

2 stops37h 55m

$1,993

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Detroit

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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 $1,116. The month of September is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,266.

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 $2,056. 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 $2,475. 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 $2,184 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 $3,078.

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 $1,544 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 $1,103 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	23h 13m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Detroit takes 23h 13m

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 23h 13m.
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

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

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $829	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,056 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,094	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 946 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,114	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,094 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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

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