DTW - MEL

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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 31/8. 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.
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Cheapest return fare
$1,693
Typical prices: $1,653-$2,134
American Airlines
Mon 24/8Mon 31/8
DTW - MEL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$895
Typical prices: $786-$1,179
United Airlines
Mon 31/8
DTW - MEL • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Detroit and Melbourne. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $2,346 (return)
Shortest trip • 25h 03m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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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

Mon, 24 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
American Airlines Logo
13:06 - 06:45DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne
27h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
13:35 - 22:58MEL  Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,693American Airlines
Mon, 17 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug
Delta Logo
15:50 - 07:50DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne
26h 00m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
Delta Logo
10:00 - 17:05MEL  Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 05m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,712Delta
Mon, 17 Aug - Thu, 27 Aug
United Airlines Logo
19:18 - 08:15DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne
22h 57m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 18:06MEL  Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 11m1 stop San Francisco
$1,719United Airlines
Mon, 24 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
United Airlines Logo
19:18 - 08:15DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne
22h 57m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 18:09MEL  Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 14m1 stop San Francisco
$1,720United Airlines
Sun, 16 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug
United Airlines Logo
19:18 - 08:15DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne
22h 57m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 23:56MEL  Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 01m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,724United Airlines
Mon, 24 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
United Airlines Logo
14:07 - 08:15DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne
28h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 18:09MEL  Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 14m1 stop San Francisco
$1,726United Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
11:38 - 05:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne
25h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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18:50 - 18:38MEL  Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
39h 48m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,741Qantas Airways
Mon, 14 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:55 - 11:20DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne
30h 25m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:00 - 14:12MEL  Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
46h 12m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$1,770Multiple Airlines
Sun, 30 Aug - Sun, 11 Oct
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15:00 - 11:20DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne
30h 20m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:00 - 14:12MEL  Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
46h 12m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$1,771Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:55 - 10:35DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEL Melbourne
29h 40m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 14:12MEL  Melbourne-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
46h 12m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$1,790Multiple Airlines
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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.

How much is a return flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport departing in August.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Melbourne Airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually cost between $1,653 and $2,134 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,693 on American Airlines (24 Aug–31 Aug).

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 February, where tickets cost $1,517 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,493 and $2,110 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 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$879
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% 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 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport was $895 for a one-way ticket and $1,693 for a return.

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

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

  • 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.

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