DTW - MEL

$675 Find Cheap Flights from Detroit to Melbourne

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Detroit to Melbourne departing on 22/4. 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.
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Detroit to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
$1,478
Overall average: $2,187
Qantas Airways
Sat 11/4Fri 24/4
DTW - MEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$675
Typical prices: $1,163-$1,286
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/4
DTW - MEL • 2 stops
Top airlines
Qantas Airways
Cheapest • from $1,478 (return)
Qantas Airways
Best reviews • 7.5 score
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Direct flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Detroit and Melbourne. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Top stopover airports
Dallas (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $2,355 (return)
Los Angeles (LAX)
Shortest trip • 23h 50m (one-way)
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When to book
2 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 17% price drop
December
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Melbourne (DTW-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Detroit to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne

Sat, 11 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
15:42 - 05:00
DTW
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MEL
23h 18m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
13:35 - 21:43
MEL
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DTW
22h 08m
1 stop
$1,478Qantas Airways
Wed, 29 Apr - Tue, 5 May
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18:15 - 11:25
DTW
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MEL
51h 10m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 10:08
MEL
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DTW
42h 08m
3 stops
$1,540Multiple Airlines
Fri, 3 Apr - Fri, 10 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
16:01 - 06:00
DTW
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MEL
22h 59m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
13:35 - 21:43
MEL
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DTW
22h 08m
1 stop
$1,553Qantas Airways
Sat, 2 May - Sat, 16 May
United Airlines Logo
13:41 - 08:15
DTW
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MEL
28h 34m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 18:50
MEL
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DTW
21h 55m
1 stop
$1,555United Airlines
Sun, 19 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr
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09:03 - 08:15
DTW
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MEL
33h 12m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 23:59
MEL
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DTW
27h 04m
1 stop
$1,573United Airlines
Sun, 19 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr
United Airlines Logo
07:10 - 08:15
DTW
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MEL
35h 05m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 23:59
MEL
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DTW
27h 04m
1 stop
$1,582United Airlines
Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:46 - 12:05
DTW
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MEL
30h 19m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:25 - 07:20
MEL
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DTW
31h 55m
2 stops
$1,587Multiple Airlines
Sat, 11 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr
United Airlines Logo
20:05 - 07:30
DTW
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MEL
69h 25m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 20:16
MEL
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DTW
23h 21m
2 stops
$1,596United Airlines
Sat, 2 May - Sat, 16 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:35 - 08:15
DTW
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MEL
33h 40m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:55 - 18:50
MEL
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DTW
21h 55m
1 stop
$1,624Multiple Airlines
Wed, 29 Apr - Tue, 5 May
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07:10 - 08:15
DTW
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MEL
35h 05m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:55 - 18:50
MEL
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DTW
21h 55m
1 stop
$1,656Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport is January, where tickets cost $1,521 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,314 and $2,205 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 17% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$675
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Detroit to Melbourne

When to book flights from Detroit to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Detroit to Melbourne flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport was $675 for a one-way ticket and $1,478 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Detroit to Melbourne?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Detroit and Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Detroit to Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Detroit to Melbourne?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne from Detroit is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Detroit to Melbourne?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne from Detroit up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Detroit to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Detroit to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Detroit to Melbourne? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Qantas AirwaysOverall score based on 1002 reviews
7.2Entertainment
7.7Boarding
7.0Food
8.1Crew
7.4Comfort
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My experience was great overall. Tanya was particularly friendly and helpful the entire trip. I was very pleased with her customer service skills. The plane was an older aircraft but the entire way was comfortable with barely any turbulence at all. Qantas should speed up its fleet renovation. Totally recommend using this airline.

10.0 ExcellentFernando, Feb 2026
PER - BNE
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My experience was great overall. Tanya was particularly friendly and helpful the entire trip. I was very pleased with her customer service skills. The plane was an older aircraft but the entire way was comfortable with barely any turbulence at all. Qantas should speed up its fleet renovation. Totally recommend using this airline.

Qantas is always subpar beyond comfy chairs for a domestic flight

I liked boarding the plane. The staff were rude, the food was appalling and the chairs the most uncomfortable I have ever experienced

an hour late, then had to disembark on back stairs and take 4 flights up to get to main airport. No warning, and difficulty for those with canes and poor knees.

Well my expórtenle with Qantas it wasn’t that good KLM from Bs Aires was delay Santiago Chile Qantas QF 028 was still in the airport but the crew didn’t opened the door for me soo I lost my fly And I stuck in the airport 13 hrs waiting for next fly by Latam Arline My question is can I have my money back for business class

It was ok, the additional baggage charges were a bit excessive given winter is a time for skiing. To have to pay $600 extra for skis was tantamount to robbery. Airlines should consider sporting goods as baggage. Likewise, they should consider increasing the number of bags allowed on international flights to known ski destinations.

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Couldn't access entertainment on app as said in an email

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Detroit to Melbourne

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Detroit (DTW)
Melbourne (MEL)