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Cheap flights from Detroit to Melbourne from $1,145

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 27/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — MEL
29 Apr — 6 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Melbourne are usually found in February or October, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday 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 (DTT) to Melbourne (ME1). 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

$1,976

One-way from

$1,145

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,759
23/5-30/5
  • 23/5-30/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 05m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
27/5
  • 27/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 58m total
  • Detroit to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($529 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($147 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne

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 24 April 2025.

Thu 4/1206:54DTW - MEL
2 stops34h 36mAmerican Airlines
Fri 26/1212:00MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 22/4$1,605
Wed 3/1217:50DTW - MEL
1 stop22h 25mDelta
Fri 26/1210:25MEL - DTW
1 stop27h 54mDelta
Deal found 22/4$1,652
Fri 28/1119:33DTW - MEL
1 stop22h 27mUnited Airlines
Mon 15/1211:30MEL - DTW
2 stops26h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,666
Sun 30/1116:01DTW - MEL
2 stops27h 19mQantas Airways
Fri 26/1216:35MEL - DTW
1 stop39h 17mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/4$1,938
Fri 23/518:28DTW - MEL
2 stops27h 02mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/513:40MEL - DTW
2 stops29h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,976
Thu 15/511:02DTW - MEL
2 stops33h 48mAir New Zealand
Thu 22/512:05MEL - DTW
2 stops25h 51mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/4$2,239
Mon 1/920:45DTW - MEL
3 stops48h 20mAir Canada
Sun 28/920:30MEL - DTW
3 stops57h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 23/4$2,428
Mon 1/911:05DTW - AVV
3 stops39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/920:55AVV - DTW
3 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$2,713
Mon 1/1220:10DTW - MEL
2 stops30h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 26/1220:40MEL - DTW
2 stops37h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,934
Mon 1/1219:42DTW - MEL
2 stops43h 28mCathay Pacific
Sun 21/1208:40MEL - DTW
2 stops50h 18mCathay Pacific
Deal found 22/4$3,171
Mon 1/916:21DTW - AVV
2 stops31h 49mQantas Airways
Sun 28/906:00AVV - DTW
2 stops26h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/4$3,577
Mon 1/1215:45DTW - MEL
2 stops48h 30mLufthansa
Sat 27/1215:35MEL - DTW
2 stops38h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 22/4$4,124

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

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Detroit

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Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 23/5

18:28-11:30

2 stops27h 02m

Melbourne

Fri 30/5

13:40-04:43

2 stops29h 03m

$1,976

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 28/5

19:43-08:15

1 stop22h 32m

Melbourne

Tue 24/6

10:55-18:46

1 stop21h 51m

$2,204

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 15/5

11:02-10:50

2 stops33h 48m

Melbourne

Thu 22/5

12:05-23:56

2 stops25h 51m

$2,239

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 20/5

19:51-05:00

1 stop43h 09m

Melbourne

Tue 27/5

15:05-16:53

1 stop39h 48m

$2,336

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/6

15:30-06:45

2 stops25h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 14/6

11:55-21:44

2 stops23h 49m

$2,362

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - AVV

DTWAVV

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/9

11:05-16:05

3 stops39h 00m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 28/9

20:55-20:05

3 stops37h 10m

$2,713

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - AVV

DTWAVV

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/9

16:21-14:10

2 stops31h 49m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 28/9

06:00-18:05

2 stops26h 05m

$3,577

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 16/7

11:05-11:05

3 stops34h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 6/8

20:30-20:01

3 stops37h 31m

$4,802

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 27/5

09:22-19:20

3 stops43h 58m

$1,145

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - AVV

DTWAVV

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 27/5

07:00-22:50

3 stops49h 50m

$1,223

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 23/4

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Booking 13 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Detroit to Melbourne 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 DTT 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 24 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to Melbourne at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 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 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, 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 24 April 2025.

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

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?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Detroit, you will be flying from All airports, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit All airports (DTT) is located 0.9 km from the centre of Detroit. There are 0 flights from All airports to Melbourne per day from 1 airline.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to Melbourne is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $2,204 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, starting at $2,239 and $2,336 round-trip.

  • 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 to Melbourne?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Detroit to Melbourne 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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Top airline flying from Detroit to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,728Average$2,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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