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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport from $1,056

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.
DTW — MEL
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Melbourne are usually found in February or March, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,705

One-way from

$1,056

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,157
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 2/9-16/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 13m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
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29/4
  • 29/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 27m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($114 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Fri 28/1119:33DTW - MEL
1 stop22h 27mUnited Airlines
Mon 15/1211:30MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,686
Mon 4/816:09DTW - MEL
2 stops28h 11mAmerican Airlines
Wed 20/815:05MEL - DTW
1 stop23h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,792
Fri 6/608:23DTW - MEL
2 stops33h 07mAustrian Airlines
Fri 20/610:55MEL - DTW
1 stop21h 39mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,982
Fri 30/518:28DTW - MEL
2 stops27h 02mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/613:35MEL - DTW
2 stops29h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,987
Tue 13/515:31DTW - MEL
1 stop23h 29mQantas Airways
Tue 20/515:05MEL - DTW
1 stop21h 03mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/4$2,261
Thu 25/1210:35DTW - MEL
3 stops35h 00mAir Canada
Sun 18/108:00MEL - DTW
3 stops28h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 14/4$3,357
Fri 18/415:51DTW - MEL
2 stops34h 59mQatar Airways
Sun 20/422:45MEL - DTW
2 stops38h 42mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/4$3,933
Thu 18/1216:43DTW - MEL
2 stops26h 07mAir New Zealand
Sat 3/118:55MEL - DTW
2 stops39h 48mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/4$4,794
Thu 25/1215:45DTW - MEL
2 stops51h 05mLufthansa
Sat 17/100:35MEL - DTW
2 stops53h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 14/4$5,184
Thu 18/1219:46DTW - MEL
2 stops35h 14mCathay Pacific
Fri 2/100:45MEL - DTW
2 stops34h 13mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/4$5,607

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

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Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/9

11:30-08:15

2 stops30h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 16/9

10:55-22:23

2 stops25h 28m

$1,705

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/6

16:59-07:30

2 stops24h 31m

Melbourne

Fri 20/6

09:30-20:39

2 stops25h 09m

$1,978

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/6

08:23-07:30

2 stops33h 07m

Melbourne

Fri 20/6

10:55-18:34

1 stop21h 39m

$1,982

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/5

15:31-05:00

1 stop23h 29m

Melbourne

Tue 20/5

15:05-22:08

1 stop21h 03m

$2,261

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/5

11:49-05:00

1 stop27h 11m

Melbourne

Tue 20/5

11:55-22:59

2 stops25h 04m

$2,380

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/5

13:43-11:30

3 stops31h 47m

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

13:35-04:43

2 stops29h 08m

$2,567

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 18/7

20:45-11:05

3 stops48h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 23/7

06:00-20:01

3 stops28h 01m

$5,798

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 13/6

13:00-22:15

2 stops43h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 24/6

23:45-20:35

2 stops34h 50m

$6,696

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 29/4

15:03-11:30

2 stops30h 27m

$1,056

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 28/4

08:40-07:30

2 stops32h 50m

$1,370

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Deals found on 15/4

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Detroit to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
775 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
775 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
775 reviews
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Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
818 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
775 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
775 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,658 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
775 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
775 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    For a flight from Detroit to Melbourne, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is just 27.8 km from the centre of the city. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the only Detroit airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 1 airline has flights to Melbourne from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip from $1,705. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from $1,978, and Austrian Airlines, from $1,982. United Airlines is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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