Cheap flights from Sydney to Detroit from $1,175

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American Airlines Logo
10:10 - 21:50SYD-DTW
26h 40m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
16:09 - 08:05DTW-SYD
24h 56m2 stops
$1,175American Airlines
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Tue, 14 Oct - Tue, 21 Oct
American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 17:13SYD-DTW
22h 03m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
13:07 - 08:05DTW-SYD
27h 58m2 stops
$1,255American Airlines
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Wed, 1 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct
Delta Logo
10:25 - 18:55SYD-DTW
23h 30m1 stop
Delta Logo
18:25 - 08:30DTW-SYD
22h 05m1 stop
$1,278Delta
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Tue, 7 Oct - Thu, 27 Nov
Delta Logo
09:25 - 16:28SYD-DTW
21h 03m1 stop
Delta Logo
18:20 - 07:35DTW-SYD
22h 15m1 stop
$1,281Delta
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Wed, 1 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct
Air Canada Logo
10:20 - 15:27SYD-DTW
44h 07m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
18:15 - 09:35DTW-SYD
47h 20m2 stops
$1,282Air Canada
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Mon, 6 Oct - Thu, 27 Nov
Air Canada Logo
11:20 - 17:36SYD-DTW
46h 16m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
18:15 - 09:35DTW-SYD
47h 20m2 stops
$1,320Air Canada
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Thu, 19 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb
Air Canada Logo
11:20 - 17:36SYD-DTW
46h 16m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
18:15 - 09:35DTW-SYD
47h 20m2 stops
$1,322Air Canada
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Thu, 19 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb
United Airlines Logo
11:50 - 15:57SYD-DTW
44h 07m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
16:38 - 07:00DTW-SYD
22h 22m1 stop
$2,039United Airlines
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Tue, 13 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
United Airlines Logo
10:20 - 16:40SYD-DTW
20h 20m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:00 - 07:00DTW-SYD
54h 00m2 stops
$3,172United Airlines
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Sat, 27 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
12:10 - 22:40SYD-DTW
24h 30m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
15:50 - 20:50DTW-SYD
37h 00m2 stops
$3,638Qantas Airways
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Sat, 4 Oct - Sat, 29 Nov

American Airlines flights from Sydney to Detroit

Our best American Airlines deals on Sydney to Detroit flight tickets
American Airlines
14 Oct
SYD10:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 40m
2 stops
DTW21:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21 Oct
DTW16:09Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 56m
2 stops
SYD08:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
American Airlines
1 Oct
SYD09:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 03m
2 stops
DTW17:13Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14 Oct
DTW13:07Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 58m
2 stops
SYD08:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
American Airlines
27 Sept
SYD12:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
24h 23m
1 stop
DTW22:33Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4 Oct
DTW16:30Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 35m
2 stops
SYD08:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

Delta flights from Sydney to Detroit

Our best Delta deals on Sydney to Detroit flight tickets
Delta
7 Oct
SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 30m
1 stop
DTW18:55Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27 Nov
DTW18:25Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 05m
1 stop
SYD08:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
Delta
1 Oct
SYD09:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 03m
1 stop
DTW16:28Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14 Oct
DTW18:20Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 15m
1 stop
SYD07:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
Delta
19 Feb
SYD10:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
24h 35m
1 stop
DTW19:15Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22 Feb
DTW17:50Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 40m
1 stop
SYD08:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

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SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/10

10:10-21:50

2 stops26h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 21/10

16:09-08:05

2 stops24h 56m

$1,175

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/10

09:10-17:13

2 stops22h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/10

13:07-08:05

2 stops27h 58m

$1,255

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/10

10:25-18:55

1 stop23h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 27/11

18:25-08:30

1 stop22h 05m

$1,278

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/10

09:25-16:28

1 stop21h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/10

18:20-07:35

1 stop22h 15m

$1,281

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/10

10:20-15:27

2 stops44h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 27/11

18:15-09:35

2 stops47h 20m

$1,282

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/2

11:20-17:36

2 stops46h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

18:15-09:35

2 stops47h 20m

$1,320

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/2

11:20-17:36

2 stops46h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

18:15-09:35

2 stops47h 20m

$1,322

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/1

11:50-15:57

1 stop44h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/2

16:38-07:00

1 stop22h 22m

$2,039

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 27/9

10:20-16:40

1 stop20h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/10

11:00-07:00

2 stops54h 00m

$3,172

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 4/10

12:10-22:40

1 stop24h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 29/11

15:50-20:50

2 stops37h 00m

$3,638

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Detroit?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Detroit. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,323. The month of September is another great option to travel to Detroit, with average flight prices from Sydney averaging around $1,331.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Detroit from Sydney. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $1,904. 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 Sunday because tickets tend to average around $2,749. 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 Sydney in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $2,164 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Detroit is at midday when prices are around $3,180.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Detroit?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Detroit from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Detroit for around $1,565 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 Sydney for as low as $1,235 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Sydney to Detroit flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to Detroit flight.

How have Sydney to Detroit flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Sydney to Detroit flights are approximately 66% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to Detroit

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Sydney to Detroit according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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  • How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Detroit by plane?

    The distance between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Detroit is about 15246.8 km. Typically, this will take 20h 20m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Detroit?

    Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Detroit are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Detroit?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Detroit?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Detroit.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?

    The required travel and health documents for your Detroit trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Detroit. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Detroit?

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Detroit

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,008Free cancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,051Free cancellationRating
7.4
8,942 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,119Free cancellationRating
7.1
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,236Free cancellationRating
7.9
7,976 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,381Free cancellationRating
7.5
905 reviews
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