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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Detroit from $654

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 29/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTT
29 Apr — 6 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Detroit All airports are usually found in June or September, booked 6 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 (ME1) to Detroit (DTT). 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 24 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,626

One-way from

$654

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$2,633
7/6-14/6
  • 7/6-14/6
  • 5 total stops
  • 64h 02m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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29/4
  • 29/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 18m total
  • Melbourne to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($85 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($136 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 24 April 2025.

Sat 7/613:40MEL - DTW
3 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/615:38DTW - MEL
2 stops30h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,626
Sat 7/611:55MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 25mBritish Airways
Sat 14/610:02DTW - MEL
2 stops30h 43mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/4$2,245
Sun 11/515:05MEL - DTW
1 stop21h 03mQantas Airways
Mon 23/619:39DTW - MEL
1 stop43h 21mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4$2,442
Thu 3/711:55MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 43mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/807:10DTW - MEL
2 stops33h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/4$2,616
Sat 10/507:25MEL - DTW
2 stops35h 46mJapan Airlines
Mon 23/607:30DTW - MEL
2 stops32h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 23/4$2,813
Wed 10/910:55MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 27mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/1017:32DTW - MEL
1 stop24h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4$3,081
Sun 11/515:15MEL - DTW
2 stops46h 42mQatar Airways
Tue 24/606:00DTW - MEL
2 stops51h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4$3,103
Sun 11/520:45MEL - DTW
3 stops36h 58mAir Canada
Fri 20/620:45DTW - MEL
3 stops48h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 24/4$3,322
Fri 4/714:25MEL - DTW
2 stops48h 31mCathay Pacific
Mon 4/819:40DTW - MEL
2 stops36h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/4$4,152

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Detroit that are best for you.

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Price

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 7/6

13:40-09:05

3 stops33h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 14/6

15:38-12:15

2 stops30h 37m

$1,626

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 7/6

11:55-23:20

2 stops25h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 14/6

10:02-06:45

2 stops30h 43m

$2,245

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 11/5

15:05-22:08

1 stop21h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/6

19:39-05:00

1 stop43h 21m

$2,442

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 3/7

11:55-00:38

2 stops26h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/8

07:10-06:45

2 stops33h 35m

$2,616

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 10/5

07:25-05:11

2 stops35h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/6

07:30-05:45

2 stops32h 15m

$2,813

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

10:55-22:22

2 stops25h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/10

17:32-08:15

1 stop24h 43m

$3,081

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 11/5

15:15-23:57

2 stops46h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/6

06:00-23:10

2 stops51h 10m

$3,103

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sun 11/5

20:45-19:43

3 stops36h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 20/6

20:45-11:05

3 stops48h 20m

$3,322

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 4/7

14:25-00:56

2 stops48h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/8

19:40-22:15

2 stops36h 35m

$4,152

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 29/4

12:50-14:08

2 stops39h 18m

$654

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Detroit

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 18 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Detroit may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 6 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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 24 April 2025.

When flying from Melbourne to Detroit, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 34% versus a flight in the evening.

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 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 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, 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 24 April 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,453 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

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
1,453 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,453 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

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
7.5
Good
826 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,453 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

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
7.5
Good
850 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,453 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,560 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,453 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,453 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

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?

    Detroit All airports (DTT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit. You should not have trouble finding flights to All airports from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Detroit airport from Melbourne. It is only a 0.9 km journey from All airports (DTT) to Detroit’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit round-trip?

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $2,245. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $2,442 and $2,616, respectively. British Airways is 4% 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

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American AirlinesCheapest$864Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,693Average$2,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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