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$472+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DTW
feb. 25 — mar. 41
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The best prices from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in June or March, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Round-trip from

$761
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$472
(American Airlines)

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December

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June

Average price

$1,338
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 4/59:40 amMEL - DTW
2 stops40h 01mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 4/265:01 amDTW - MEL
2 stops35h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$761
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/169:30 amMEL - DTW
2 stops28h 29mUnited Airlines
dom. 4/276:00 amDTW - MEL
2 stops36h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,080
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/48:00 amMEL - DTW
3 stops27h 51mMultiple Airlines
jue. 3/2710:45 amDTW - MEL
3 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,085
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 6/18:45 pmMEL - DTW
3 stops37h 18mAir Canada
vie. 7/188:45 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops48h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 2/19$1,728
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/811:45 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops35h 18mCathay Pacific
dom. 4/2711:03 amDTW - MEL
2 stops34h 12mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/19$2,398
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 4/63:05 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop21h 40mQantas Airways
mar. 4/295:37 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops26h 43mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/19$2,486
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/1512:30 amMEL - DTW
2 stops51h 45mVietnam Airlines
dom. 4/277:35 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops47h 00mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 2/19$3,747
This Globehunters deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Globehunters is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/27:25 amMEL - DTW
2 stops29h 21mJapan Airlines
sáb. 8/2310:46 amDTW - MEL
2 stops28h 59mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/20$4,731
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 2/213:25 amMEL - DTW
3 stops56h 50mEmirates
vie. 2/282:05 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops38h 30mEmirates
Deal found 2/20$11,203

Find flights from Melbourne to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Detroit 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

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MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

sáb. 4/5

9:40 am-10:41 am

2 stops40h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 4/26

5:01 am-6:40 am

2 stops35h 39m

$761

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

mié. 4/16

9:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops28h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 4/27

6:00 am-8:15 am

2 stops36h 15m

$1,080

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

mar. 3/4

8:00 am-7:51 pm

3 stops27h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 3/27

10:45 am-12:35 pm

3 stops34h 50m

$1,085

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

dom. 6/1

8:45 pm-8:03 pm

3 stops37h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 7/18

8:45 pm-11:05 am

3 stops48h 20m

$1,728

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

mar. 4/8

11:45 pm-9:03 pm

2 stops35h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 4/29

10:36 am-11:15 am

2 stops34h 39m

$2,398

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

dom. 4/6

3:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 4/29

5:37 pm-10:20 am

2 stops26h 43m

$2,486

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

mar. 4/15

12:30 am-2:15 pm

2 stops51h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 4/27

7:35 pm-8:35 am

2 stops47h 00m

$3,747

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

sáb. 8/2

7:25 am-10:46 pm

2 stops29h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 8/23

10:46 am-5:45 am

2 stops28h 59m

$4,731

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

sáb. 4/5

9:40 am-10:33 pm

2 stops27h 53m

$472

MelbourneDetroit

MEL - DTW

MELDTW

Melbourne

mié. 4/2

11:55 pm-12:26 pm

3 stops51h 31m

$567

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Detroit

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Detroit including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Detroit. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated febrero 20, 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Vietnam Airlines
7.7
Good
197 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
814 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Detroit. 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 into for flights to Detroit from Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Detroit from Melbourne, you will be flying to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is located 17.3 mi from the center of Detroit. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County per day from 1 airline.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with prices starting at $761. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Air Canada, with the lowest prices starting at $1,080 and $1,728, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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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