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$453+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Australia

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SYD
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$807
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$453
(American Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,247
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Australia
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/156:07 pmDTW - SYD
1 stop22h 48mQantas Airways
Wed 10/112:10 pmSYD - DTW
1 stop24h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/9$791
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/156:07 pmDTW - SYD
1 stop22h 48mQantas Airways
Mon 9/2212:10 pmSYD - DTW
1 stop24h 23mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/10$792
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/145:35 pmDTW - SYD
1 stop23h 20mQantas Airways
Tue 9/1612:10 pmSYD - DTW
1 stop24h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/10$794
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/244:05 pmDTW - SYD
1 stop24h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/710:10 amSYD - DTW
2 stops26h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$807
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/152:28 pmDTW - SYD
2 stops26h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/19:10 amSYD - DTW
2 stops23h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$819
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2412:43 pmDTW - SYD
2 stops27h 52mDelta
Tue 10/710:25 amSYD - DTW
1 stop21h 44mDelta
Deal found 9/11$821
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/245:32 pmDTW - SYD
1 stop23h 23mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/710:30 amSYD - DTW
2 stops26h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$822
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/229:20 amDTW - SYD
2 stops31h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/811:20 amSYD - DTW
1 stop20h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$824
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/174:00 pmDTW - SYD
1 stop24h 35mDelta
Wed 9/249:25 amSYD - DTW
1 stop23h 55mDelta
Deal found 9/11$832
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/196:15 pmDTW - BNE
2 stops47h 30mAir Canada
Wed 12/310:45 amBNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 9/9$902
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/216:15 pmDTW - BNE
2 stops47h 30mAir Canada
Tue 12/210:45 amBNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 9/10$903
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/204:30 pmDTW - BNE
2 stops25h 15mAir Canada
Tue 12/210:45 amBNE - DTW
2 stops45h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 9/10$911

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Australia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Australia that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Australia

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DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/24

5:32 pm-6:55 am

1 stop23h 23m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/7

11:20 am-4:40 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$821

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/22

4:48 pm-7:00 am

2 stops24h 12m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/7

10:30 am-10:22 pm

2 stops26h 52m

$824

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/24

4:20 pm-6:55 am

2 stops24h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/6

10:30 am-10:22 pm

2 stops26h 52m

$824

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/22

9:20 am-7:00 am

2 stops31h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/8

11:20 am-4:40 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$824

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/27

9:45 pm-6:35 am

2 stops42h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/8

10:25 am-7:31 pm

2 stops24h 06m

$850

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/27

6:05 pm-7:00 am

2 stops46h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/8

11:20 am-4:40 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$850

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/25

4:23 pm-6:35 am

2 stops24h 12m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/6

10:25 am-5:09 pm

1 stop21h 44m

$855

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/26

4:00 pm-6:35 am

1 stop24h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/5

10:25 am-7:15 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$855

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/25

6:30 pm-6:35 am

1 stop22h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/7

10:25 am-6:55 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$855

DetroitSydney

DTW - SYD

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/25

6:30 pm-6:35 am

1 stop22h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/8

10:25 am-6:55 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$863

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Australia (average of $1,035). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,626). 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 AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Australia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Detroit to Australia, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is just 17.3 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Australia?

    United Airlines, Delta, and Qantas Airways can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Australia in just under 23h 23m. Your travel time can differ by up to 19h 08m. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Australia are separated by a distance of 9461 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $461. Users have also found prices from $461 and $465 on Delta and Air Canada, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Australia?

    The most popular flight routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Australia are Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Melbourne, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Sydney Kingsford Smith and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Brisbane.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Australia 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 Australia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Australia (average of $1,035). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,626). 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 6 airlines flying from Detroit to Australia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Australia. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$677Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$702Average$949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$723Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$780Average$1,530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$842Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$864Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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