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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $1,831

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTW
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in June or March, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Detroit (DTW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$2,073

One-way from

$1,831

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December

Cheapest in

June
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 9/12-8/3
  • 6 total stops
  • 80h 29m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 1/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 29m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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High demand for flights, 28% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Mon 9/1213:45MEL - DTW
3 stops31h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/320:35DTW - MEL
3 stops48h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,073
Mon 9/1212:00MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/312:18DTW - MEL
2 stops29h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,363
Thu 12/1206:45MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 22mQantas Airways
Fri 27/1211:46DTW - MEL
1 stop25h 54mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$3,844
Sun 8/1203:25MEL - DTW
3 stops56h 53mEmirates
Sat 8/316:20DTW - MEL
2 stops46h 05mEmirates
Deal found 19/11$4,917

Find flights from Melbourne to Detroit within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Detroit that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 726,782 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 9/12

13:45-05:44

3 stops31h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/3

20:35-13:05

3 stops48h 30m

$2,073

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 9/12

12:00-21:03

2 stops25h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/3

12:18-09:30

2 stops29h 12m

$2,363

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

07:20-15:53

2 stops48h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/5

07:28-05:35

2 stops32h 07m

$2,547

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 20/2

06:45-16:41

2 stops25h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/5

13:59-05:00

1 stop25h 01m

$2,568

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 18/2

00:45-17:51

2 stops33h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/5

10:46-11:15

2 stops34h 29m

$3,718

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

03:25-20:15

3 stops56h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/5

18:00-21:50

2 stops37h 50m

$4,411

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 3/1

06:00-15:47

2 stops25h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/1

16:50-11:35

2 stops26h 45m

$4,851

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 3/1

13:00-15:57

2 stops42h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/1

17:00-10:00

2 stops49h 00m

$4,879

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 1/4

06:00-19:29

2 stops52h 29m

$1,831

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 1/4

16:05-00:15

1 stop23h 10m

$1,922

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Detroit

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Detroit including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should look to book at least 87 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 46.0 - 79.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 79.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 46.0 mm.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Detroit. Reviews last updated 20 November 2024.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
820 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
878 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
487 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Detroit, you will be flying into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is just 27.8 km from the centre vof the city. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the only Detroit airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 3 airlines have flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($2,363), Japan Airlines ($2,547), and Qantas Airways ($2,568) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,831. American Airlines flights start at $1,922 while deals on United Airlines start at $2,131 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit

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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,567Average$1,702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,596Average$2,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,871Average$2,454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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