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

United Airlines and Cathay Pacific 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 52% 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 September 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.

$784 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 $1,122 to $1,743. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,252.

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12:00 - 22:17MEL-DTW

25h 17m2 stops

16:15 - 10:00DTW-MEL

25h 45m2 stops

$1,252United Airlines

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Sat, 1 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov

10:30 - 22:22MEL-DTW

26h 52m2 stops

17:45 - 09:15DTW-MEL

24h 30m1 stop

$1,259United Airlines

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Wed, 15 Oct - Wed, 22 Oct

12:00 - 10:37MEL-DTW

37h 37m2 stops

17:35 - 10:00DTW-MEL

24h 25m1 stop

$1,276United Airlines

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Sat, 1 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov

12:00 - 17:58MEL-DTW

20h 58m1 stop

12:16 - 09:30DTW-MEL

29h 14m1 stop

$1,739Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 1 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov

16:30 - 18:46MEL-DTW

42h 16m2 stops

11:53 - 05:00DTW-MEL

25h 07m1 stop

$1,835American Airlines

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Sat, 22 Nov - Sun, 28 Dec

21:00 - 20:00MEL-DTW

38h 00m3 stops

09:16 - 07:30DTW-MEL

31h 14m2 stops

$1,888Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 15 Oct - Wed, 22 Oct

09:00 - 18:39MEL-DTW

25h 39m2 stops

11:52 - 18:35DTW-MEL

38h 43m2 stops

$1,938Qantas Airways

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Fri, 12 Dec - Sun, 11 Jan

10:10 - 19:03MEL-DTW

24h 53m1 stop

20:20 - 08:00DTW-MEL

43h 40m1 stop

$2,318Delta

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Wed, 17 Dec - Sun, 11 Jan

10:10 - 19:03MEL-DTW

24h 53m1 stop

21:20 - 08:00DTW-MEL

66h 40m2 stops

$2,381Delta

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Wed, 17 Dec - Sat, 10 Jan

16:05 - 18:10MEL-DTW

42h 05m2 stops

10:26 - 05:00DTW-MEL

26h 34m2 stops

$3,297American Airlines

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United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Detroit

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to Detroit flight tickets

United Airlines

1 Nov

MEL12:00Melbourne

25h 17m

2 stops

DTW22:17Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8 Nov

DTW16:15Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 45m

2 stops

MEL10:00Melbourne

$1,252

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United Airlines

15 Oct

MEL10:30Melbourne

26h 52m

2 stops

DTW22:22Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22 Oct

DTW17:45Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 30m

1 stop

MEL09:15Melbourne

$1,259

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United Airlines

1 Nov

MEL12:00Melbourne

37h 37m

2 stops

DTW10:37Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8 Nov

DTW17:35Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 25m

1 stop

MEL10:00Melbourne

$1,276

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Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne to Detroit

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Melbourne to Detroit flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

31 Oct

MEL00:45Melbourne

35h 56m

2 stops

DTW21:41Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8 Nov

DTW15:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

39h 10m

2 stops

MEL23:00Melbourne

$2,608

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Cathay Pacific

17 Oct

MEL00:45Melbourne

36h 05m

2 stops

DTW21:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21 Oct

DTW13:07Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

43h 08m

2 stops

MEL23:15Melbourne

$3,000

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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 1/11

12:00-22:17

2 stops25h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/11

16:15-10:00

2 stops25h 45m

$1,252

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

10:30-22:22

2 stops26h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 22/10

17:45-09:15

1 stop24h 30m

$1,259

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 1/11

12:00-10:37

2 stops37h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/11

17:35-10:00

1 stop24h 25m

$1,276

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 1/11

12:00-17:58

1 stop20h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/11

12:16-09:30

1 stop29h 14m

$1,739

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 22/11

16:30-18:46

2 stops42h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 28/12

11:53-05:00

1 stop25h 07m

$1,835

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

21:00-20:00

3 stops38h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 22/10

09:16-07:30

2 stops31h 14m

$1,888

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

09:00-18:39

2 stops25h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/1

11:52-18:35

2 stops38h 43m

$1,938

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 17/12

10:10-19:03

1 stop24h 53m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/1

20:20-08:00

1 stop43h 40m

$2,318

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 17/12

10:10-19:03

1 stop24h 53m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/1

21:20-08:00

2 stops66h 40m

$2,381

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 16/12

16:05-18:10

2 stops42h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/1

10:26-05:00

2 stops26h 34m

$3,297

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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?

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 $1,271. The month of August is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,311.

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 $2,064. 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 $2,485. 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 $2,193 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 $3,090.

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 $1,772 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 $1,158 on momondo.

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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 20h 58m.
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 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 $833	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,132	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,926 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,248	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 907 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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