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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Melbourne (MEL) from $1,398

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/4. 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.
DTW — MEL
Jun 11 — Jun 181
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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$2,237

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$1,073
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 101% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

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

Our data shows that March tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Users have commonly found prices around $1,889 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $1,246. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to MEL?

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 29% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap Detroit to Melbourne flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Detroit to Melbourne specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 7/24:50 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops34h 35mAir New Zealand
Tue 8/1312:10 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops25h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/5$2,080
Fri 7/54:00 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/128:30 pmMEL - DTW
3 stops37h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,115
Fri 7/57:20 amDTW - MEL
2 stops48h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1211:55 amMEL - DTW
1 stop55h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,192
Fri 7/56:59 pmDTW - MEL
1 stop44h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1211:55 amMEL - DTW
1 stop50h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,242
Sun 6/307:38 amDTW - MEL
2 stops34h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/1410:55 amMEL - DTW
2 stops23h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,337
Fri 7/54:50 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/1210:55 amMEL - DTW
2 stops27h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,346
Fri 7/51:20 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1212:10 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops30h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,622
Tue 7/24:00 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/136:00 amMEL - DTW
3 stops27h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,849
Tue 7/25:14 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops27h 21mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/131:00 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops24h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,969

Detroit to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Detroit and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
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Wed 9/48:40 amDTW - MEL
2 stops42h 45mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/95:00 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops46h 58mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/5$1,398
Sat 10/194:30 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops25h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/316:55 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops38h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,617
Fri 12/132:15 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops27h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/236:55 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops39h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,621
Tue 12/107:40 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops28h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 1/145:20 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop22h 58mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,657
Sat 10/194:00 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/317:00 amMEL - DTW
3 stops30h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,686
Wed 9/44:00 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/97:30 amMEL - DTW
3 stops31h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,774
Wed 9/254:00 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/197:00 amMEL - DTW
3 stops27h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,820
Tue 12/106:00 amDTW - MEL
3 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/147:00 amMEL - DTW
3 stops31h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,836
Wed 9/258:40 amDTW - MEL
2 stops36h 10mAir New Zealand
Sat 10/196:55 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops62h 43mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/5$1,883

Find flights from Detroit to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/4

2 stops42h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 11/9

2 stops46h 58m

$1,398

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/19

2 stops25h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 10/31

2 stops38h 50m

$1,617

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/19

3 stops29h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 10/31

3 stops30h 32m

$1,686

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/4

3 stops29h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 11/9

3 stops31h 02m

$1,774

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/25

2 stops36h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 10/19

2 stops62h 43m

$1,883

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/4

2 stops48h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 11/9

3 stops46h 14m

$2,193

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/2

1 stop43h 48m

Melbourne

Tue 8/13

1 stop24h 01m

$2,972

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/19

2 stops38h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 10/30

3 stops57h 44m

$3,048

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/30

3 stops34h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 7/14

3 stops36h 58m

$3,687

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne

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Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

46.4 - 68 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways, Air Canada and American Airlines from Detroit to Melbourne. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,896 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
936 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne. You should not have trouble finding flights to Melbourne from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Detroit airport to Melbourne. It is only a 17.3 mi journey to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from Detroit’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport for under $1,400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport for under $1,400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $1,398, but on average you can expect to pay $2,053.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip from $1,398. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,617, and China Southern, from $2,193. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport for 30% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does DTW to MEL mean?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is DTW and Melbourne Airport is MEL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Detroit to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Detroit to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Detroit to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Detroit to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Detroit to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport flight deals updated?

    The Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Consider American Airlines, Air New Zealand or Qantas Airways when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,073). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,690). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,144Average$2,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,319Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,388Average$1,865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
American AirlinesCheapest$2,525Average$2,775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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