Melbourne

$1,040+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Melbourne are usually found in February or March, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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 avril 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,095
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,362
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-Melbourne flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-Melbourne flights.
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on avril 22, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
ven. 11/2810:36 amDTW - MEL
2 stops26h 24mAmerican Airlines
lun. 12/154:35 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop34h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,040
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
ven. 11/287:33 pmDTW - MEL
1 stop22h 27mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/151:00 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop21h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,067
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/265:32 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops27h 18mAir New Zealand
mar. 9/912:05 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops25h 39mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/21$1,309
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/47:40 pmDTW - MEL
1 stop43h 20mQantas Airways
lun. 8/189:00 amMEL - DTW
2 stops27h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/20$1,416
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/211:05 amDTW - MEL
3 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 9/168:50 pmMEL - DTW
3 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,556
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/49:00 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops32h 25mTurkish Airlines
lun. 8/189:20 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops35h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/20$1,760
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 11/112:38 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops32h 52mCathay Pacific
mer. 11/1212:45 amMEL - DTW
2 stops36h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/21$1,797
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 8/611:05 amDTW - MEL
3 stops34h 00mAir Canada
mer. 8/208:30 pmMEL - DTW
3 stops37h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 4/20$2,503

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Detroit

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DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sam. 6/21

3:38 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 37m

Melbourne

mer. 7/2

9:30 am-10:06 am

2 stops38h 36m

$1,349

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 5/20

7:51 pm-5:00 am

1 stop43h 09m

Melbourne

mar. 5/27

3:05 pm-4:53 pm

1 stop39h 48m

$1,494

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 5/20

3:31 pm-6:45 am

2 stops25h 14m

Melbourne

mar. 5/27

11:55 am-9:11 pm

2 stops23h 16m

$1,505

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sam. 6/7

10:18 am-12:15 pm

3 stops35h 57m

Melbourne

sam. 6/14

9:45 pm-4:52 am

3 stops45h 07m

$1,729

DetroitMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dim. 6/15

8:25 pm-11:05 am

3 stops48h 40m

Melbourne

dim. 6/22

6:00 am-10:21 am

3 stops42h 21m

$3,444

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Deals found on 4/22

Compare providers for flights from Detroit to Melbourne

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Melbourne Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Melbourne Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 $1,071). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 DTW to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated avril 22, 2025.

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 27% versus a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

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 avril 22, 2025.

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

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.

  • 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 $1,095. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,147, and Qantas Airways, from $1,353. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport for 27% less than the average price by searching for these 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.

  • 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 $1,071). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Detroit to Melbourne

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated avril 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$818Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$945Average$1,471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,071Average$1,539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,315Average$1,661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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