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$463+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Melbourne

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — MEL
Mar 25 — Apr 11
Wed 3/25
Wed 4/1
1 adult, Economy
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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 February 23, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/2310:35 am
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/261:55 pm
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$912
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Wed 2/2511:40 am
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop25h 20m
Qantas Airways
Fri 2/274:05 pm
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop21h 14m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/21$1,038
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/64:01 pm
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop22h 59m
Qantas Airways
Mon 4/131:35 pm
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop22h 08m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/21$1,040
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 2/2310:30 am
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops26h 30m
American Airlines
Mon 3/2312:00 pm
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops24h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,045
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 5/2011:15 am
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops31h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 8/1810:55 am
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop23h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,055
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Sun 2/2211:40 am
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops29h 50m
American Airlines
Sun 3/2212:00 pm
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops26h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,057
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 3/53:25 pm
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops26h 05m
United Airlines
Tue 3/1012:00 pm
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop26h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,063
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 2/224:43 pm
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops24h 47m
United Airlines
Sun 3/2212:00 pm
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop26h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,067
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sun 2/222:20 pm
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 40m
United Airlines
Thu 2/261:00 pm
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops25h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,068
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 4/36:59 pm
DTW
-
MEL
1 stop22h 51m
Delta
Fri 4/1010:00 am
MEL
-
DTW
1 stop23h 42m
Delta
Deal found 2/21$1,070
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 4/27:45 pm
DTW
-
MEL
2 stops46h 05m
Delta
Sun 4/1910:00 am
MEL
-
DTW
2 stops27h 58m
Delta
Deal found 2/20$1,075
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 11/146:15 pm
DTW
-
AVV
3 stops51h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/196:00 am
AVV
-
DTW
3 stops51h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,369

Find 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 (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 February 23, 2026.

Round-trip from

$912
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$463
(Trip.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,059
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Melbourne 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 February 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne that are best for you.

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DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/13

3:37 pm-9:30 am

2 stops26h 53m

Melbourne

Tue 3/17

12:00 pm-11:33 pm

2 stops26h 33m

$1,045

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/20

4:10 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 8/20

10:55 am-10:23 pm

2 stops25h 28m

$1,055

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/13

3:25 pm-8:30 am

2 stops26h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 3/17

12:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop26h 59m

$1,063

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/26

10:28 am-9:30 am

2 stops31h 02m

Melbourne

Wed 3/11

12:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop26h 59m

$1,067

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/7

4:18 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 57m

Melbourne

Wed 4/15

10:55 am-10:12 pm

2 stops25h 17m

$1,067

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/6

3:29 pm-7:30 am

2 stops26h 01m

Melbourne

Tue 4/14

10:55 am-9:25 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$1,227

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/6

7:10 am-8:15 am

1 stop35h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 4/13

10:55 am-2:33 pm

2 stops41h 38m

$1,237

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/18

6:50 pm-7:50 am

1 stop23h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 8/16

10:00 am-11:04 pm

1 stop27h 04m

$1,310

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/10

1:52 pm-9:00 am

2 stops28h 08m

Melbourne

Sat 4/11

10:55 am-11:59 pm

2 stops27h 04m

$1,387

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/28

6:05 am-10:00 am

2 stops35h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 3/28

10:30 am-10:25 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,388

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on February 20, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 9 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne (average of $476). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,029). 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.

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 February 23, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,234 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,234 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,234 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
996 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,234 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,342 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,234 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,341 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,234 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 17.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Detroit to Melbourne. 4 airlines have flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

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

    Airlines like American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne in about 26h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 48m. There are 9892 mi between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Melbourne. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $596, Delta will fly you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qantas Airways and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $634 and $824, respectively. Delta is priced at 51% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 vacation 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?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne (average of $476). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,029). 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 4 airlines flying from Detroit to Melbourne

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Melbourne. 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 February 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$596Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$634Average$1,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$824Average$1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$930Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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