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

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

What airlines fly to Melbourne?

United Airlines, Delta and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from Detroit according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

Prices for flights from Detroit to Melbourne are updated daily.

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

As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to Melbourne.

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

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 Detroit to Melbourne.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

21h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:35 pm - 11:38 pmMEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,135American Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 12

6:00 am - 5:00 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

33h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

9:45 am - 8:06 pmMEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 21m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,140American Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 12

8:29 pm - 7:50 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

21h 21m1 stop Los Angeles

11:00 am - 8:48 amMEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

36h 48m2 stops Los Angeles Minneapolis St Paul

$1,145Delta

Mon, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 13

7:40 pm - 8:15 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

22h 35m1 stop San Francisco

11:55 am - 6:37 pmMEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 42m1 stop San Francisco

$1,149United Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 13

12:30 pm - 7:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

29h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

11:55 am - 10:30 pmMEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 35m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,149United Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 13

8:25 am - 8:00 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

31h 35m1 stop Los Angeles

10:10 am - 7:05 pmMEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 55m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,160Delta

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 24

8:25 am - 8:55 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

32h 30m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

10:20 am - 4:39 pmMEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

46h 19m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

$1,281Air New Zealand

Sun, Dec 13 - Wed, Jan 20

2:55 pm - 2:10 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AVV Melbourne Avalon

33h 15m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

8:55 pm - 2:12 pmAVV Melbourne Avalon-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

55h 17m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,313Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 23

4:37 pm - 5:00 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

44h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 6:34 pmMEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 34m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,401Qantas Airways

Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Feb 17

4:51 pm - 5:00 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne

44h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

8:20 pm - 3:46 pmMEL Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 26m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,453Qantas Airways

Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Feb 3

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Air New Zealand flights from Detroit to Melbourne

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Air New Zealand

Jan 7

DTW8:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 25m

2 stops

MEL10:55 amMelbourne

Jan 16

MEL3:00 pmMelbourne

47h 37m

2 stops

DTW10:37 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,335

Air New Zealand

Sep 18

DTW6:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

49h 20m

2 stops

MEL9:35 pmMelbourne

Oct 19

MEL12:10 pmMelbourne

45h 27m

2 stops

DTW6:37 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,358

Air New Zealand

Sep 11

DTW6:48 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 07m

2 stops

MEL10:55 amMelbourne

Sep 22

MEL12:10 pmMelbourne

24h 20m

2 stops

DTW10:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,696

United Airlines flights from Detroit to Melbourne

Our best United Airlines deals on Detroit to Melbourne flight tickets

United Airlines

Sep 28

DTW12:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 00m

2 stops

MEL7:30 amMelbourne

Oct 13

MEL11:55 amMelbourne

25h 35m

2 stops

DTW10:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,149

United Airlines

Nov 30

DTW5:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 25m

1 stop

MEL10:30 amMelbourne

Jan 13

MEL11:30 amMelbourne

26h 57m

2 stops

DTW10:27 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,170

United Airlines

Nov 9

DTW5:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 25m

1 stop

MEL10:30 amMelbourne

Jan 12

MEL8:10 amMelbourne

24h 29m

2 stops

DTW4:39 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,175

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DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MEL Melbourne

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/28

5:10 pm-5:00 am

1 stop21h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 10/12

2:35 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop24h 03m

$1,135

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DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MEL Melbourne

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/28

6:00 am-5:00 am

1 stop33h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 10/12

9:45 am-8:06 pm

2 stops25h 21m

$1,140

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DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MEL Melbourne

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/28

8:29 pm-7:50 am

1 stop21h 21m

Melbourne

Tue 10/13

11:00 am-8:48 am

2 stops36h 48m

$1,145

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DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MEL Melbourne

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/28

7:40 pm-8:15 am

1 stop22h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 10/13

11:55 am-6:37 pm

1 stop21h 42m

$1,149

DetroitMelbourne

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MEL Melbourne

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/28

12:30 pm-7:30 am

2 stops29h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 10/13

11:55 am-10:30 pm

2 stops25h 35m

$1,149

DetroitMelbourne

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MEL Melbourne

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/10

8:25 am-8:00 am

1 stop31h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 11/24

10:10 am-7:05 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$1,160

DetroitMelbourne

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MEL Melbourne

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/13

8:25 am-8:55 am

2 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 1/20

10:20 am-4:39 pm

2 stops46h 19m

$1,281

DetroitMelbourne

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - AVV Melbourne Avalon

DTWAVV

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/12

2:55 pm-2:10 pm

3 stops33h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 9/23

8:55 pm-2:12 pm

3 stops55h 17m

$1,313

DetroitMelbourne

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MEL Melbourne

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/23

4:37 pm-5:00 am

1 stop44h 23m

Melbourne

Wed 2/17

6:00 am-6:34 pm

2 stops28h 34m

$1,401

DetroitMelbourne

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MEL Melbourne

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/20

4:51 pm-5:00 am

1 stop44h 09m

Melbourne

Wed 2/3

8:20 pm-3:46 pm

2 stops35h 26m

$1,453

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit to Melbourne

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Melbourne?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,173 to $1,307.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,135.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,069. The month of March is another great option to travel to Melbourne, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around $1,074.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,293 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Detroit for as low as $1,027 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$595
Fastest flight time	23h 01m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Melbourne from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $595. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Melbourne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,135.

The fastest flight from Detroit to Melbourne takes 23h 01m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to Melbourne

How far is Detroit to Melbourne by plane?
Detroit and Melbourne are 9905.7 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 23h 01m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Melbourne are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Melbourne?
As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to Melbourne.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Melbourne?
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 Detroit to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Melbourne

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $613	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,538 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $634	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,087 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $990	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,023 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,015	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,157 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Melbourne from Detroit which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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