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$590+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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 10/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTW
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in April or May, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$930
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$590
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,032
From Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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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 June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/59:45 amMEL - DTW
2 stops26h 03mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/183:17 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops25h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$930
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/86:55 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops43h 01mAir New Zealand
Wed 9/1710:40 amDTW - MEL
2 stops41h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/11$1,272
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/249:45 amMEL - DTW
1 stop33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/306:45 amDTW - MEL
2 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,344
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 7/238:30 pmMEL - DTW
3 stops51h 51mAir Canada
Sat 8/28:35 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops49h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$1,522
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/33:05 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop41h 26mQantas Airways
Wed 9/174:05 pmDTW - MEL
1 stop22h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,581
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/67:25 amMEL - DTW
2 stops45h 21mJapan Airlines
Mon 9/157:00 amDTW - MEL
2 stops32h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,689
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/810:55 amMEL - DTW
2 stops25h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/235:32 pmDTW - MEL
1 stop24h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,006
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/910:35 amMEL - DTW
2 stops41h 40mVietnam Airlines
Mon 9/151:55 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops52h 40mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,102
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/233:15 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops45h 42mQatar Airways
Tue 7/296:15 amDTW - MEL
2 stops50h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$2,104
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/109:20 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops35h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/189:00 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops32h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,153
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 12/1710:25 amMEL - DTW
2 stops24h 46mDelta
Tue 12/306:17 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops45h 58mDelta
Deal found 6/12$2,210
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/85:15 amMEL - DTW
2 stops55h 07mEmirates
Sun 9/145:54 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops37h 56mEmirates
Deal found 6/11$2,315

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Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Fri 9/5

9:45 am-9:48 pm

2 stops26h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

3:17 pm-6:45 am

2 stops25h 28m

$930

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 9/8

6:55 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops43h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/17

10:40 am-5:45 pm

2 stops41h 05m

$1,272

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Thu 7/24

9:45 am-5:30 am

1 stop33h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/30

6:45 am-11:25 am

2 stops38h 40m

$1,344

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 7/23

8:30 pm-10:21 am

3 stops51h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/2

8:35 pm-11:35 am

3 stops49h 00m

$1,522

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 9/3

3:05 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop41h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/17

4:05 pm-5:00 am

1 stop22h 55m

$1,581

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Sat 9/6

7:25 am-2:46 pm

2 stops45h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/15

7:00 am-5:45 am

2 stops32h 45m

$1,689

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 9/8

10:55 am-10:15 pm

2 stops25h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/23

5:32 pm-8:15 am

1 stop24h 43m

$2,006

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Tue 9/9

10:35 am-2:15 pm

2 stops41h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/15

1:55 pm-8:35 am

2 stops52h 40m

$2,102

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 7/23

10:45 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops38h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/31

6:15 am-11:10 pm

2 stops50h 55m

$2,104

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 9/10

9:20 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops35h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

9:00 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$2,153

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit

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

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 round-trip flight from Melbourne to Detroit. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

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 87 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 month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

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
1,489 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

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
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

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
854 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

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?

    If you book a flight to Detroit from Melbourne, you will be flying to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is located 17.3 mi from the center of Detroit. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County per day from 2 different airlines.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with prices starting at $930. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and Air Canada, with the lowest prices starting at $1,272 and $1,522, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 24% cheaper than the other options available 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 vacation 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.

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit

Discover the top 2 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$691Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$827Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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