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.

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

United Airlines is the most popular carrier 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 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.

$776 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 low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,359 to $2,602. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,220.

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10:30 - 23:46MEL-DTW

28h 16m2 stops

07:00 - 08:15DTW-MEL

35h 15m1 stop

$1,220United Airlines

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Wed, 1 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

11:30 - 22:05MEL-DTW

26h 35m2 stops

10:28 - 09:00DTW-MEL

31h 32m2 stops

$1,222United Airlines

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Fri, 6 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar

14:35 - 22:45MEL-DTW

22h 10m2 stops

15:40 - 06:45DTW-MEL

25h 05m2 stops

$1,302American Airlines

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Wed, 29 Apr - Mon, 28 Sep

14:35 - 23:47MEL-DTW

23h 12m2 stops

15:40 - 06:45DTW-MEL

25h 05m2 stops

$1,305American Airlines

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Wed, 29 Apr - Wed, 16 Sep

11:00 - 07:03MEL-DTW

35h 03m1 stop

09:25 - 07:40DTW-MEL

32h 15m2 stops

$1,330Delta

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Sun, 29 Mar - Mon, 27 Apr

10:10 - 22:20MEL-DTW

28h 10m1 stop

20:22 - 07:00DTW-MEL

43h 38m1 stop

$1,333Delta

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Fri, 6 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar

18:00 - 18:00MEL-DTW

38h 00m2 stops

15:40 - 06:45DTW-MEL

49h 05m2 stops

$1,345American Airlines

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Tue, 28 Apr - Sun, 27 Sep

18:00 - 18:00MEL-DTW

38h 00m2 stops

16:09 - 05:00DTW-MEL

22h 51m1 stop

$1,349American Airlines

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09:45 - 20:59MEL-DTW

50h 14m2 stops

10:29 - 06:45DTW-MEL

30h 16m2 stops

$1,376American Airlines

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14:35 - 22:11MEL-DTW

21h 36m1 stop

13:51 - 06:45DTW-MEL

26h 54m2 stops

$1,378American Airlines

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United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Detroit

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United Airlines

1 Apr

MEL10:30Melbourne

28h 16m

2 stops

DTW23:46Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29 Apr

DTW07:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 15m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,220

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United Airlines

6 Mar

MEL13:00Melbourne

26h 59m

1 stop

DTW23:59Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24 Mar

DTW09:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 30m

2 stops

MEL08:30Melbourne

$1,222

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United Airlines

1 Apr

MEL10:30Melbourne

26h 37m

2 stops

DTW22:07Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1 Oct

DTW07:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 15m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,519

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American Airlines flights from Melbourne to Detroit

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American Airlines

29 Apr

MEL14:35Melbourne

22h 10m

2 stops

DTW22:45Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28 Sept

DTW15:40Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 05m

2 stops

MEL06:45Melbourne

$1,302

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American Airlines

29 Apr

MEL14:35Melbourne

23h 12m

2 stops

DTW23:47Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

16 Sept

DTW15:40Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 05m

2 stops

MEL06:45Melbourne

$1,305

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American Airlines

28 Apr

MEL18:00Melbourne

38h 00m

2 stops

DTW18:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27 Sept

DTW15:40Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

49h 05m

2 stops

MEL06:45Melbourne

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10:30-23:46

2 stops28h 16m

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Wed 29/4

07:00-08:15

1 stop35h 15m

$1,220

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MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

11:30-22:05

2 stops26h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/3

10:28-09:00

2 stops31h 32m

$1,222

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

14:35-22:45

2 stops22h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 28/9

15:40-06:45

2 stops25h 05m

$1,302

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

14:35-23:47

2 stops23h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 16/9

15:40-06:45

2 stops25h 05m

$1,305

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 29/3

11:00-07:03

1 stop35h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 27/4

09:25-07:40

2 stops32h 15m

$1,330

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

10:10-22:20

1 stop28h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/3

20:22-07:00

1 stop43h 38m

$1,333

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 28/4

18:00-18:00

2 stops38h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 27/9

15:40-06:45

2 stops49h 05m

$1,345

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 28/4

18:00-18:00

2 stops38h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 16/9

16:09-05:00

1 stop22h 51m

$1,348

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 30/3

09:45-20:59

2 stops50h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 28/9

10:29-06:45

2 stops30h 16m

$1,376

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 27/4

14:35-22:11

1 stop21h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 18/9

13:51-06:45

2 stops26h 54m

$1,378

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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 $1,305. The month of August is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,345.

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 $2,119. 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 $2,551. 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 $2,251 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 $3,172.

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 $1,725 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 $1,136 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 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

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $855	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,046 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,158	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,036 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,281	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 943 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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