How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Australia you fly out of and what airport in Detroit you fly into. For example, flying from Sydney to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 20h 29m on average. On the other hand, flying from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 21h 11m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Australia to Detroit?

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to Detroit

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Detroit?

Prices for flights from Australia to Detroit were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Detroit?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Australia to Detroit.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Detroit can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Detroit. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$533 Cheap Flights from Australia to Detroit in 2026

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10:15 am - 10:28 am

SYD

DTW

39h 13m

2 stops

8:25 am - 7:50 am

DTW

SYD

32h 25m

1 stop

$1,035Delta

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

10:55 am - 11:44 pm

MEL

DTW

26h 49m

2 stops

7:18 pm - 8:15 am

DTW

MEL

22h 57m

1 stop

$1,042United Airlines

Wed, Aug 5 - Mon, Aug 17

9:15 am - 11:51 pm

SYD

DTW

28h 36m

2 stops

8:29 pm - 6:50 am

DTW

SYD

20h 21m

1 stop

$1,047Delta

Thu, Sep 10 - Fri, Sep 25

9:15 am - 11:51 pm

SYD

DTW

28h 36m

2 stops

8:29 pm - 6:50 am

DTW

SYD

20h 21m

1 stop

$1,048Delta

Thu, Sep 10 - Fri, Sep 25

9:00 am - 6:47 pm

MEL

DTW

23h 47m

2 stops

9:03 pm - 5:00 am

DTW

MEL

65h 57m

2 stops

$1,088American Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Mon, Aug 17

2:35 pm - 9:27 pm

MEL

DTW

21h 52m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 5:00 am

DTW

MEL

43h 00m

1 stop

$1,153Qantas Airways

Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Nov 7

9:45 am - 6:52 pm

MEL

DTW

24h 07m

2 stops

12:00 pm - 9:30 am

DTW

MEL

29h 30m

2 stops

$1,159American Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Dec 6

11:45 pm - 6:09 pm

PER

DTW

30h 24m

2 stops

7:18 pm - 11:10 pm

DTW

PER

39h 52m

2 stops

$1,610Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Mon, Aug 24

10:45 pm - 5:10 pm

PER

DTW

31h 25m

2 stops

7:24 pm - 9:55 am

DTW

PER

49h 31m

2 stops

$1,647Qantas Airways

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16

11:45 pm - 5:45 pm

PER

DTW

31h 00m

2 stops

5:35 pm - 10:15 pm

DTW

PER

39h 40m

2 stops

$1,708Multiple Airlines

Thu, Dec 10 - Wed, Jan 27

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United Airlines flights from Australia to Detroit

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Aug 5

MEL10:55 amMelbourne

32h 25m

1 stop

DTW5:20 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Aug 17

DTW7:18 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 57m

1 stop

MEL8:15 amMelbourne

$1,042

United Airlines

Aug 11

MEL10:55 amMelbourne

36h 43m

2 stops

DTW9:38 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 12

DTW4:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 50m

2 stops

MEL8:15 amMelbourne

$1,094

United Airlines

Nov 16

MEL12:45 pmMelbourne

27h 13m

1 stop

DTW11:58 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 18

DTW7:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 30m

1 stop

MEL10:30 amMelbourne

$1,210

Qantas Airways flights from Australia to Detroit

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Qantas Airways

Oct 19

MEL2:35 pmMelbourne

21h 52m

1 stop

DTW9:27 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 7

DTW6:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

43h 00m

1 stop

MEL5:00 amMelbourne

$1,153

Qantas Airways

Nov 5

BNE9:40 amBrisbane

23h 54m

1 stop

DTW6:34 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 9

DTW4:36 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 54m

1 stop

BNE6:30 amBrisbane

$1,276

Qantas Airways

Nov 5

BNE9:40 amBrisbane

23h 54m

1 stop

DTW6:34 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 9

DTW4:36 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 54m

1 stop

BNE6:30 amBrisbane

$1,277

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/11

10:15 am-10:28 am

2 stops39h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/18

8:25 am-7:50 am

1 stop32h 25m

$1,035

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 8/5

10:55 am-11:44 pm

2 stops26h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/17

7:18 pm-8:15 am

1 stop22h 57m

$1,042

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SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 9/10

9:15 am-11:51 pm

2 stops28h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/25

8:29 pm-6:50 am

1 stop20h 21m

$1,047

SydneyDetroit

SYD - DTW

SYDDTW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 9/10

9:15 am-11:51 pm

2 stops28h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/25

8:29 pm-6:50 am

1 stop20h 21m

$1,048

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Wed 8/12

9:00 am-6:47 pm

2 stops23h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/17

9:03 pm-5:00 am

2 stops65h 57m

$1,088

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 10/19

2:35 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop21h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/7

6:00 pm-5:00 am

1 stop43h 00m

$1,153

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

Mon 10/12

9:45 am-6:52 pm

2 stops24h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/6

12:00 pm-9:30 am

2 stops29h 30m

$1,159

PerthDetroit

PER - DTW

PERDTW

Perth

Sun 8/16

11:45 pm-6:09 pm

2 stops30h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/24

7:18 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops39h 52m

$1,610

PerthDetroit

PER - DTW

PERDTW

Perth

Mon 11/9

10:45 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops31h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/16

7:24 pm-9:55 am

2 stops49h 31m

$1,647

PerthDetroit

PER - DTW

PERDTW

Perth

Thu 12/10

11:45 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops31h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/27

5:35 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops39h 40m

$1,708

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

The cheapest month to fly to Detroit from Australia is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $850, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Detroit in October, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Australia to Detroit during November average around $882.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Australia to Detroit?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Detroit from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Detroit for around $1,182 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Detroit from Australia for as low as $834 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to Detroit flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 29m
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The fastest flight from Australia to Detroit takes 20h 29m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Australia to Detroit

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Detroit?
Prices for flights from Australia to Detroit were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Detroit?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Australia to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Detroit can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Detroit. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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