How long is the flight from Australia to Michigan?

The flight from Australia to Michigan depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Sydney (a popular airport in Australia) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (the most popular airport in Michigan), then the flight time is 20h 09m on average. If you fly from Melbourne (another popular airport in Australia) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, then the average flight time is 21h 16m.

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

Delta, Air New Zealand, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to Michigan

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

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Michigan?

There are 5 operators available for flights from Australia to Michigan as of November 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Michigan.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Michigan 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 Michigan. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Air New Zealand flights from Australia to Michigan

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Nov 23

SYD7:45 amSydney Kingsford Smith

30h 32m

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Dec 8

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 30m

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Nov 6

BNE8:20 amBrisbane

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ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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MEL8:35 amMelbourne

31h 07m

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DTW6:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

36h 40m

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Dec 1

BNE7:50 pmBrisbane

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Dec 25

SYD12:10 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

19h 45m

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Nov 15

ADL6:00 amAdelaide

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Michigan?

If you aren’t able to travel to Michigan during the month of October, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $854.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Michigan?

The cheapest day to depart from Australia to Michigan is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,095. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $1,467. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Michigan.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Michigan?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Michigan is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,343. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Michigan, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,462 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Michigan?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Michigan from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Michigan for around $991 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Michigan from Australia for as low as $808 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to Michigan flight.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Michigan?
Prices for flights from Australia to Michigan were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Michigan?
There are 5 operators available for flights from Australia to Michigan as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Michigan?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Michigan.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Michigan?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Michigan 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 Michigan. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Australia to Michigan

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $691	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,040 reviews		Search American Airlines flights
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