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

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta 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 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 4 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 September 2026, there are 4 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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12:45 - 09:28MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

36h 43m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

16:43 - 09:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

24h 47m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,799United Airlines

Thu, 24 Dec - Mon, 1 Feb

21:15 - 15:47MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 32m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

16:51 - 05:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

44h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,813Multiple Airlines

Thu, 24 Dec - Mon, 1 Feb

09:10 - 23:42MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 32m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

20:40 - 08:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

43h 20m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,873Delta

Mon, 26 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

12:45 - 22:27MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 42m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl

14:02 - 10:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

28h 28m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

$1,879United Airlines

Fri, 27 Nov - Thu, 31 Dec

23:40 - 21:46MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

37h 06m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

16:28 - 23:20DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

38h 52m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,220Qatar Airways

Mon, 26 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

10:10 - 22:48MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 38m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

16:59 - 08:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

23h 01m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

$2,458Delta

Thu, 24 Dec - Mon, 1 Feb

22:45 - 21:34MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 49m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

14:49 - 05:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

22h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,509American Airlines

Wed, 24 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb

22:45 - 21:34MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 49m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

14:49 - 05:00DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

22h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,513American Airlines

Wed, 24 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb

21:00 - 18:26MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

37h 26m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

16:37 - 10:05DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

25h 28m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,951Qantas Airways

Sun, 29 Nov - Fri, 1 Jan

06:15 - 18:26MEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 11m3 stops Adelaide Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

16:37 - 10:05DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

25h 28m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,080Qantas Airways

Fri, 27 Nov - Thu, 31 Dec

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United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Detroit

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United Airlines

24 Dec

MEL12:45Melbourne

36h 43m

2 stops

DTW09:28Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1 Feb

DTW16:43Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 47m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,799

United Airlines

27 Nov

MEL12:45Melbourne

25h 42m

2 stops

DTW22:27Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31 Dec

DTW14:02Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 28m

2 stops

MEL10:30Melbourne

$1,879

United Airlines

23 Dec

MEL11:00Melbourne

44h 59m

2 stops

DTW15:59Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9 Jan

DTW12:31Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 59m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

$2,110

American Airlines flights from Melbourne to Detroit

Our best American Airlines deals on Melbourne to Detroit flight tickets

American Airlines

24 Feb

MEL22:45Melbourne

38h 49m

2 stops

DTW21:34Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28 Feb

DTW14:49Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 11m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$2,509

American Airlines

24 Feb

MEL22:45Melbourne

38h 49m

2 stops

DTW21:34Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28 Feb

DTW14:49Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 11m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$2,513

American Airlines

24 Feb

MEL22:45Melbourne

38h 49m

2 stops

DTW21:34Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28 Feb

DTW14:49Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 11m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$3,018

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1 stop44h 09m

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1 stop29h 32m

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1 stop43h 20m

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14:02-10:30

2 stops28h 28m

$1,879

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23:40-21:46

2 stops37h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/11

16:28-23:20

2 stops38h 52m

$2,220

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MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Melbourne

Thu 24/12

10:10-22:48

1 stop28h 38m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/2

16:59-08:00

1 stop23h 01m

$2,458

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MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Melbourne

Wed 24/2

22:45-21:34

2 stops38h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 28/2

14:49-05:00

1 stop22h 11m

$2,509

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MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 24/2

22:45-21:34

2 stops38h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 28/2

14:49-05:00

1 stop22h 11m

$2,513

MelbourneDetroit

MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 29/11

21:00-18:26

2 stops37h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/1

16:37-10:05

2 stops25h 28m

$2,951

MelbourneDetroit

MEL Melbourne - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 27/11

06:15-18:26

3 stops28h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 31/12

16:37-10:05

2 stops25h 28m

$3,080

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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 $1,698 to $2,041.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,799.

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 $1,118. The month of April is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,223.

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Best price found	$3,747
Fastest flight time	33h 57m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Detroit from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $3,747. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,799.

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Detroit takes 33h 57m

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 33h 57m.
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 September 2026, there are 4 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 $827	Free cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,073 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $846	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,593 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,017	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,221 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,022	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,102 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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