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

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

What airlines fly to Australia?

Delta, Qantas Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Australia from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Australia. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Australia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Detroit to Australia are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Detroit to Australia is 6 as of October 2026.

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

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 Detroit to Australia.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Australia trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$553 Cheap Flights from Detroit to Australia in 2026/27

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11:40 am - 6:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

27h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

9:40 am - 6:34 pmBNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,205Qantas Airways

Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 15

4:51 pm - 6:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

22h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

9:40 am - 6:34 pmBNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,206Qantas Airways

Thu, Jan 28 - Thu, Mar 4

8:20 pm - 8:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

21h 10m1 stop Los Angeles

9:35 am - 7:14 pmBNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23h 39m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,212Delta

Mon, Mar 1 - Wed, Mar 17

4:59 pm - 8:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

24h 31m1 stop Los Angeles

9:35 am - 5:06 pmBNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 31m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,212Delta

Fri, Feb 26 - Wed, Mar 17

8:35 am - 7:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

31h 55m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

11:20 am - 8:40 pmBNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 20m1 stop San Francisco

$1,215United Airlines

Thu, Jan 28 - Thu, Mar 4

8:35 am - 8:35 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 00m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

9:55 am - 10:45 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,219Air New Zealand

Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Jan 11

8:35 am - 8:35 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 00m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

11:50 am - 10:45 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 55m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,219Air New Zealand

Sun, Dec 13 - Tue, Jan 12

8:42 am - 7:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

31h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

11:20 am - 4:37 pmBNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

20h 17m1 stop San Francisco

$1,220United Airlines

Mon, Feb 15 - Mon, Mar 1

2:11 pm - 6:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNE Brisbane

25h 19m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Dallas/Fort Worth

9:40 am - 11:42 pmBNE Brisbane-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,223American Airlines

Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 15

10:05 am - 5:00 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

27h 55m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

10:45 pm - 9:30 amMEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,323American Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28

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4:20 pm - 7:55 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

48h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

11:20 am - 6:37 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 17m1 stop San Francisco

$1,674United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 19

4:20 pm - 7:55 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

48h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

10:30 am - 6:05 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,674United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 19

6:00 pm - 7:50 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 50m1 stop Los Angeles

10:40 am - 7:05 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 25m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,748Delta

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Nov 14

1:35 pm - 7:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

2:05 pm - 11:50 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,751American Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Nov 14

1:35 pm - 7:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

2:05 pm - 10:14 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 09m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,751American Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Nov 14

11:38 am - 10:40 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PER Perth

47h 02m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Hong Kong Intl

12:10 am - 8:06 pmPER Perth-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 56m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,943Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

6:30 am - 7:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles

8:05 pm - 12:44 amSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

44h 39m3 stops Singapore Changi Doha Hamad Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$2,047Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Nov 14

4:11 pm - 6:55 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:05 pm - 11:52 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,527Qantas Airways

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Nov 4

4:11 pm - 6:55 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

1:00 pm - 9:27 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,585Qantas Airways

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 19

4:00 pm - 7:50 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 50m1 stop Los Angeles

10:40 am - 11:42 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 02m1 stop Los Angeles

$14,667Delta

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Nov 7

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United Airlines flights from Detroit to Australia

Our best United Airlines deals on Detroit to Australia flight tickets

United Airlines

Jan 28

DTW8:35 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 55m

2 stops

BNE7:30 amBrisbane

Mar 4

BNE11:20 amBrisbane

24h 20m

1 stop

DTW8:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,215

United Airlines

Feb 27

DTW3:37 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 53m

2 stops

BNE7:30 amBrisbane

Mar 15

BNE10:20 amBrisbane

26h 03m

2 stops

DTW10:23 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,220

United Airlines

Feb 28

DTW8:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 00m

1 stop

BNE7:30 amBrisbane

Mar 18

BNE10:20 amBrisbane

24h 20m

1 stop

DTW8:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,226

Qantas Airways flights from Detroit to Australia

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Detroit to Australia flight tickets

Qantas Airways

Mar 1

DTW11:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 50m

1 stop

BNE6:30 amBrisbane

Mar 15

BNE9:40 amBrisbane

22h 54m

1 stop

DTW6:34 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,205

Qantas Airways

Mar 1

DTW11:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 50m

1 stop

BNE6:30 amBrisbane

Mar 15

BNE9:40 amBrisbane

20h 06m

1 stop

DTW3:46 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,206

Qantas Airways

Jan 30

DTW4:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 14m

2 stops

SYD11:05 amSydney Kingsford Smith

Feb 27

SYD2:05 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

20h 40m

1 stop

DTW6:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,229

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DetroitBrisbane

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - BNE Brisbane

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/1

11:40 am-6:30 am

1 stop27h 50m

Brisbane

Mon 3/15

9:40 am-6:34 pm

1 stop22h 54m

$1,205

DetroitBrisbane

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - BNE Brisbane

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/28

4:51 pm-6:30 am

1 stop22h 39m

Brisbane

Thu 3/4

9:40 am-6:34 pm

1 stop23h 54m

$1,206

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DetroitBrisbane

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - BNE Brisbane

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/1

8:20 pm-8:30 am

1 stop21h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 3/17

9:35 am-7:14 pm

1 stop23h 39m

$1,212

DetroitBrisbane

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - BNE Brisbane

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/26

4:59 pm-8:30 am

1 stop24h 31m

Brisbane

Wed 3/17

9:35 am-5:06 pm

1 stop21h 31m

$1,212

DetroitBrisbane

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - BNE Brisbane

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/28

8:35 am-7:30 am

2 stops31h 55m

Brisbane

Thu 3/4

11:20 am-8:40 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$1,215

DetroitSydney

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/13

8:35 am-8:35 am

2 stops32h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/11

9:55 am-10:45 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$1,219

DetroitSydney

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

DTWSYD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/13

8:35 am-8:35 am

2 stops32h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/12

11:50 am-10:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,219

DetroitBrisbane

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - BNE Brisbane

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/15

8:42 am-7:30 am

2 stops31h 48m

Brisbane

Mon 3/1

11:20 am-4:37 pm

1 stop20h 17m

$1,220

DetroitBrisbane

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - BNE Brisbane

DTWBNE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/1

2:11 pm-6:30 am

2 stops25h 19m

Brisbane

Mon 3/15

9:40 am-11:42 pm

1 stop28h 02m

$1,223

DetroitMelbourne

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MEL Melbourne

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/21

10:05 am-5:00 am

2 stops27h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 10/28

10:45 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 45m

$1,323

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit to Australia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Australia from Detroit, with most prices found around $1,072. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Australia from Detroit during March instead. Flights to Australia in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,074.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $1,339 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from Detroit for as low as $1,071 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit to Australia flights?

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

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Best Price Found	$553
Fastest flight time	22h 15m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Australia from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $553. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Australia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,205.

The fastest flight from Detroit to Australia takes 22h 15m

There are no direct flights from Detroit to Australia. There are no popular flight routes from Detroit to Australia.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to Australia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Australia?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Australia are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Australia?
The number of operators available for flights from Detroit to Australia is 6 as of October 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Australia?
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 Detroit to Australia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Australia trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Australia

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Detroit to Australia with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $418	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,103 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $444	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,634 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $755	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,729 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $898	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,287 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $987	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,128 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,185	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 669 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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