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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $765

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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTW
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in June or March, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,173

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$3,469
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 1/2-8/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 68h 23m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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Best flights from Melbourne to Detroit
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Detroit that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Sat 1/212:00MEL - DTW
2 stops24h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/217:45DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,173
Thu 23/113:35MEL - DTW
3 stops35h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/115:41DTW - MEL
2 stops29h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,630
Sat 1/208:00MEL - DTW
3 stops27h 51mAir Canada
Sat 8/220:35DTW - MEL
2 stops51h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 18/12$2,175
Tue 14/116:20MEL - DTW
1 stop20h 50mQantas Airways
Tue 21/111:41DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 24mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$3,335
Tue 14/113:00MEL - DTW
1 stop21h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 21/107:00DTW - MEL
1 stop35h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12$3,462
Fri 31/100:45MEL - DTW
2 stops32h 45mCathay Pacific
Sat 8/210:45DTW - MEL
2 stops33h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/12$3,783
Fri 31/103:25MEL - DTW
3 stops56h 58mEmirates
Sat 8/214:24DTW - MEL
2 stops40h 56mEmirates
Deal found 18/12$4,086

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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 1/2

12:00-20:28

2 stops24h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/2

17:45-05:40

1 stop43h 55m

$1,173

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 23/1

13:35-09:11

3 stops35h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 30/1

15:41-12:45

2 stops29h 04m

$1,630

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 1/2

08:00-19:51

3 stops27h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/2

20:35-15:35

2 stops51h 00m

$2,175

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 14/1

16:20-21:10

1 stop20h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 21/1

11:41-12:05

2 stops32h 24m

$3,335

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 14/1

13:00-18:22

1 stop21h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 21/1

07:00-10:00

1 stop35h 00m

$3,462

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 31/1

00:45-17:30

2 stops32h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/2

10:45-12:30

2 stops33h 45m

$3,783

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 31/1

03:25-20:23

3 stops56h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/2

14:24-23:20

2 stops40h 56m

$4,086

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 6/2

12:00-21:10

2 stops25h 10m

$765

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 6/2

08:15-09:45

3 stops41h 30m

$883

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 6/2

16:20-21:10

1 stop20h 50m

$1,965

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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 13 December 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 39 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 19 December 2024.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 51% 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 19 December 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
839 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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 ($1,173), Air Canada ($2,175), and Qantas Airways ($3,335) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. American Airlines is 51% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Detroit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,621Average$1,760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,650Average$2,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,148Average$2,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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