Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Melbourne (MEL) from $1,446

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DTW — MEL
May 9 — May 161

The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Melbourne are usually found in May or September, booked 51 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 (MEL). 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 May 4, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,391

Round-trip from

$1,083
High demand for flights, 31% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 39% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Melbourne

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 70% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 53 days in advance, which can save you up to 177% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 53 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $2,265. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $2,565.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Our data shows that August tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Users have commonly found prices around $2,044 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $1,410. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport (DTW - MEL)?

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport, 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 morning.

Cheap Air Canada flights from Detroit to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Detroit and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Air Canada flights heading from Detroit to Melbourne. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Tue 5/284:00 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops29h 05mAir Canada
Tue 6/46:00 amMEL - DTW
3 stops42h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 5/3$1,589
Sat 5/118:40 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops48h 55mAir Canada
Wed 5/158:30 pmMEL - DTW
3 stops52h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 5/2$1,737
Sat 8/38:40 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops48h 55mAir Canada
Mon 8/266:00 amMEL - DTW
3 stops42h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 5/3$1,990
Sun 6/238:40 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops48h 55mAir Canada
Sun 7/78:30 pmMEL - DTW
3 stops37h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 5/3$2,174

Cheap United Airlines flights from Detroit to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Detroit and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've found from Detroit to Melbourne. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Fri 5/313:28 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops26h 47mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/710:55 amMEL - DTW
2 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,617
Tue 5/2811:05 amDTW - MEL
2 stops31h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/410:55 amMEL - DTW
2 stops26h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,817
Sat 8/34:50 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops49h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/2610:55 amMEL - DTW
1 stop21h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,980
Sun 6/233:28 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops26h 47mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/710:55 amMEL - DTW
2 stops27h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$2,697

Cheap Detroit to Melbourne flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Detroit to Melbourne specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Prices were last updated on May 4, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 5/314:00 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/75:55 amMEL - DTW
3 stops28h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,446
Tue 5/284:00 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops29h 05mAir Canada
Tue 6/46:00 amMEL - DTW
3 stops42h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 5/3$1,589
Fri 5/313:28 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops26h 47mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/710:55 amMEL - DTW
2 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,617
Sat 5/118:40 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops48h 55mAir Canada
Wed 5/158:30 pmMEL - DTW
3 stops52h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 5/2$1,737
Tue 5/2811:05 amDTW - MEL
2 stops31h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/410:55 amMEL - DTW
2 stops26h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,817
Thu 6/207:20 amDTW - MEL
2 stops44h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/2011:55 amMEL - DTW
1 stop56h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,843
Sun 6/237:20 amDTW - MEL
2 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/79:15 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop58h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,880
Sun 6/237:20 amDTW - MEL
1 stop32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/79:15 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop58h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$2,016
Mon 5/207:52 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops31h 48mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/228:50 pmMEL - DTW
3 stops45h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$2,029

Detroit to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Detroit and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 5/314:00 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/75:55 amMEL - DTW
3 stops28h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,446
Tue 5/284:00 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops29h 05mAir Canada
Tue 6/46:00 amMEL - DTW
3 stops42h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 5/3$1,589
Fri 5/313:28 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops26h 47mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/710:55 amMEL - DTW
2 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,617
Sat 11/210:45 amDTW - MEL
3 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/198:00 amMEL - DTW
3 stops30h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,650
Sat 5/118:40 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops48h 55mAir Canada
Wed 5/158:30 pmMEL - DTW
3 stops52h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 5/2$1,737
Sat 8/38:40 amDTW - MEL
2 stops36h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/266:15 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops43h 38mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/3$1,797
Tue 5/2811:05 amDTW - MEL
2 stops31h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/410:55 amMEL - DTW
2 stops26h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,817
Sat 11/211:06 amDTW - MEL
2 stops32h 39mAir New Zealand
Tue 11/196:55 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops43h 04mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/3$1,824
Thu 6/207:20 amDTW - MEL
2 stops44h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/2011:55 amMEL - DTW
1 stop56h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,843

Detroit to Melbourne flights leaving soon

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Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Detroit to Melbourne. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Sat 5/118:40 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops48h 55mAir Canada
Wed 5/158:30 pmMEL - DTW
3 stops52h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 5/2$1,737
Sat 5/117:00 amDTW - MEL
2 stops32h 35mJapan Airlines
Wed 5/157:20 amMEL - DTW
2 stops35h 58mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/2$2,489
Sat 5/117:00 amDTW - MEL
2 stops32h 35mJapan Airlines
Wed 5/157:20 amMEL - DTW
2 stops35h 58mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/3$2,929
Sat 5/119:18 amDTW - MEL
2 stops30h 27mQantas Airways
Wed 5/151:00 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop21h 34mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/3$3,766
Sat 5/119:18 amDTW - MEL
2 stops30h 27mQantas Airways
Wed 5/151:00 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop21h 34mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/2$3,767

Find flights from Detroit to Melbourne within your budget

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 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/31

3 stops29h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 6/7

3 stops28h 02m

$1,446

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/28

3 stops29h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 6/4

3 stops42h 37m

$1,589

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/31

2 stops26h 47m

Melbourne

Fri 6/7

2 stops25h 05m

$1,617

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/3

2 stops36h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 8/26

2 stops43h 38m

$1,797

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/28

2 stops31h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 6/4

2 stops26h 39m

$1,817

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/20

2 stops44h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 7/20

1 stop56h 49m

$1,843

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/3

3 stops48h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 8/26

3 stops42h 38m

$1,990

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/2

2 stops36h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 6/9

2 stops29h 14m

$2,047

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/3

2 stops37h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 8/25

3 stops57h 46m

$3,425

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Deals found on 5/3

When is the best time to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
Booking 50 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Detroit to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Detroit to Melbourne is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $1,952. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,083). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,821). 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.

January

$1,536

February

$1,156

March

$1,083

April

$1,397

May

$1,473

June

$1,579

July

$1,821

August

$1,488

September

$1,490

October

$1,557

November

$1,474

December

$1,699

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

46.4 - 68 °F

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 May 4, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Canada, United Airlines and Air New Zealand from Detroit to Melbourne. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very good
640 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8.3
Very good
640 reviews
8.3
Very good
640 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8.1
Very good
4,014 reviews
8.3
Very good
640 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

7.4
Good
11,125 reviews
8.3
Very good
640 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

7.0
Good
6,904 reviews
8.3
Very good
640 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne. You should not have trouble finding flights to Melbourne from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Detroit airport to Melbourne. It is only a 17.3 mi journey to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from Detroit’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport for under $1,500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport for under $1,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,446, but on average you can expect to pay $1,936.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport for under $1,800?

    There are currently 5+ open flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport within the next 7 days for less than $1,800.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip from $1,589. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,617, and Air New Zealand, from $1,797. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport for 30% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

  • What does DTW to MEL mean?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is DTW and Melbourne Airport is MEL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Detroit to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Detroit to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Detroit to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Detroit to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Detroit to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport flight deals updated?

    The Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/3.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Detroit to Melbourne

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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,146Average$2,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,317Average$1,562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,426Average$1,876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$2,157Average$2,775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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