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$520+ 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 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — MEL
oct. 15 — oct. 221
mié. 10/15
mié. 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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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 Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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 (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 septiembre 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,016
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$520
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,109
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Melbourne
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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 septiembre 15, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/156:07 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops26h 13mQantas Airways
jue. 9/189:00 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops39h 33mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/13$1,125
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/156:07 pmDTW - AVV
2 stops30h 03mMultiple Airlines
jue. 9/182:55 pmAVV - DTW
2 stops45h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$1,126
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/294:09 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops48h 26mQantas Airways
mié. 11/56:15 amMEL - DTW
2 stops32h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/14$1,146
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
vie. 11/287:00 amDTW - MEL
1 stop30h 00mAmerican Airlines
lun. 12/154:05 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop22h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,152
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
jue. 10/305:26 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops25h 04mAmerican Airlines
jue. 11/612:00 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops25h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,166
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/292:22 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops31h 38mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/52:15 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,179
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/53:47 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops32h 53mQantas Airways
mié. 12/1710:00 amMEL - DTW
2 stops24h 39mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/13$1,271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mar. 11/255:35 pmDTW - MEL
1 stop24h 25mUnited Airlines
jue. 12/181:00 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops26h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,275
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/185:35 pmDTW - MEL
1 stop24h 25mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/21:00 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop22h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,285
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/3011:14 amDTW - MEL
3 stops34h 31mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/62:15 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,288
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
lun. 12/297:15 amDTW - MEL
2 stops34h 15mUnited Airlines
sáb. 1/1711:30 amMEL - DTW
2 stops28h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,290
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
sáb. 11/16:15 pmDTW - AVV
3 stops62h 00mMultiple Airlines
dom. 3/16:00 amAVV - DTW
3 stops51h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$1,350

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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

jue. 10/30

5:26 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 04m

Melbourne

jue. 11/6

12:00 pm-9:01 pm

2 stops25h 01m

$1,166

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 11/28

5:35 pm-10:00 am

1 stop24h 25m

Melbourne

vie. 12/12

1:00 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop22h 04m

$1,275

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 11/25

4:15 pm-10:00 am

2 stops25h 45m

Melbourne

jue. 12/18

11:30 am-8:58 pm

2 stops25h 28m

$1,275

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 11/25

5:35 pm-10:00 am

1 stop24h 25m

Melbourne

mié. 12/17

11:30 am-9:54 pm

2 stops26h 24m

$1,275

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 11/26

5:35 pm-10:00 am

1 stop24h 25m

Melbourne

jue. 12/18

11:30 am-10:30 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$1,275

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 12/1

4:15 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 15m

Melbourne

mié. 12/17

11:30 am-11:49 pm

2 stops28h 19m

$1,275

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 11/25

10:59 am-10:00 am

2 stops31h 01m

Melbourne

vie. 12/12

1:00 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop22h 04m

$1,275

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 12/5

2:05 pm-10:00 am

2 stops27h 55m

Melbourne

mié. 12/17

1:00 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop22h 04m

$1,286

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 11/18

5:35 pm-10:00 am

1 stop24h 25m

Melbourne

mar. 12/2

1:00 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop22h 04m

$1,286

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 10/30

11:14 am-12:45 pm

3 stops34h 31m

Melbourne

jue. 11/6

2:15 pm-5:30 am

2 stops31h 15m

$1,288

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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 September 12, 2025.

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 85 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 septiembre 15, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 27% versus a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne?

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 septiembre 15, 2025.
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
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7,954 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
8,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7,954 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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 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 24h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 39m. 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 $780, 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 American Airlines and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $822 and $945, respectively. Delta is priced at 41% 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 septiembre 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$780Average$1,755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$822Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$945Average$1,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,013Average$1,415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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