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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit to Sydney 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.
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9:39 pm - 2:40 pmDTW-SYD
27h 01m2 stops
4:20 pm - 8:43 pmSYD-DTW
42h 23m3 stops
$1,422
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Mon, Jun 24 - Mon, Jul 8
2:20 pm - 2:40 pmDTW-SYD
34h 20m2 stops
4:20 pm - 4:28 amSYD-DTW
26h 08m2 stops
$1,467
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Mon, Jun 24 - Mon, Jul 8
1:21 pm - 2:40 pmDTW-SYD
35h 19m3 stops
4:20 pm - 8:43 pmSYD-DTW
42h 23m3 stops
$1,478
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Mon, Jun 24 - Mon, Jul 8
4:05 pm - 7:20 amDTW-SYD
49h 15m2 stops
9:20 am - 9:24 pmSYD-DTW
26h 04m2 stops
$1,527Air Canada
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Sun, May 26 - Sun, Jun 9
4:05 pm - 7:20 amDTW-SYD
49h 15m2 stops
9:20 am - 10:37 amSYD-DTW
39h 17m2 stops
$1,532Air Canada
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Sun, May 19 - Sun, May 26
5:14 pm - 7:05 amDTW-SYD
23h 51m2 stops
3:50 pm - 10:59 pmSYD-DTW
21h 09m1 stop
$2,280Qantas Airways
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Wed, Jul 24 - Wed, Aug 14
2:57 pm - 6:15 amDTW-SYD
25h 18m1 stop
3:50 pm - 11:05 pmSYD-DTW
21h 15m1 stop
$2,322Qantas Airways
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Fri, Jun 28 - Wed, Jul 10
4:50 pm - 7:00 amDTW-SYD
48h 10m2 stops
10:20 am - 6:43 pmSYD-DTW
22h 23m1 stop
$2,446United Airlines
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Tue, Jul 23 - Tue, Aug 20
12:25 pm - 6:35 amDTW-SYD
28h 10m1 stop
9:25 am - 5:15 pmSYD-DTW
21h 50m1 stop
$2,544Delta
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Mon, Jun 24 - Mon, Jul 8
6:25 pm - 6:35 amDTW-SYD
22h 10m1 stop
9:25 am - 11:15 pmSYD-DTW
27h 50m2 stops
$2,549Delta
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Mon, Jun 24 - Mon, Jul 8

Flights from Detroit to Sydney - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit to Sydney?

The average price of all flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sydney clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Detroit to Sydney, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Detroit, you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Thursdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sydney, 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 Sydney is November, where tickets cost $1,435 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of tickets is $2,295 and $1,800 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sydney, you should book around 5 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 43 days before departure.

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October

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March

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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Detroit to Sydney flights

  • Which family-friendly airline should I consider for my flight from Detroit to Sydney with my kids?

    United Airlines is one of the excellent family-friendly choices for your flight from Detroit to Sydney. The airline offers various amenities to ensure a smooth journey with kids, including pre-boarding, complimentary kid-friendly meals, in-flight entertainment with a wide selection of children's shows and movies, and a helpful and attentive cabin crew to assist families.

  • Can I rent a car after deplaning from my Detroit to Sydney flight at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)?

    Yes, renting a car after landing at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) airport is a great option for movement flexibility and convenience. Car rentals are easily accessible in Terminal 2 (T2) and Terminal 3 (T3) on the arrivals level. Some of the onsite car rental agencies include Avis, Budget, Hertz, and Thrifty.

  • Which cities can I visit after deplaning from my Detroit to Sydney flight at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)?

    Besides serving as the major gateway to Sydney, SYD's strategic location and excellent transportation links make it a destination airport for nearby cities, such as Newcastle and Wollongong. For a convenient connection to these cities, you can consider taking a taxi, a ride-share service or a car rental.

  • Which eco-friendly airline can I consider for my Detroit to Sydney flight?

    Delta Air Lines is among the eco-friendly airlines you should consider for your Detroit to Sydney flight. The airline has implemented various sustainability initiatives, including investing in fuel-efficient aircraft, carbon offset programs, and sustainable aviation fuel usage. Its commitment to reducing emissions and environmental impact makes them a responsible option for eco-conscious travelers.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sydney was $976 for a one-way ticket and $1,422 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Detroit and Sydney?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Detroit and on arrival in Sydney.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Detroit to Sydney?

    Detroit airport is called Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and the only airport in Sydney is Sydney Kingsford Smith.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Sydney?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Detroit and Sydney, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Detroit to Sydney, Air New Zealand or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Sydney are Air New Zealand and Delta. With an average price for the route of $1,735 and an overall rating of 8.2, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,574 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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 Sydney.

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

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

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Sydney with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit and SYD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 Sydney 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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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from DTW to Sydney

  • Since most airlines operating from Detroit to Sydney via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) have flights with at least a single layover, you may have to incorporate your layovers into your travel schedule. Some of the common layovers to expect on this route include Houston George Bush Intl (IAH) and Auckland Intl (AKL).
  • One of the benefits of flying from Detroit to Sydney with Air Canada is its ticket upgrading services. During your first layover, the airline will likely email you requesting to top up your ticket to access first-class services at a discounted price.
  • To connect from the city center to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) for your flight to Sydney, you may board a taxi, ride-share services including Uber and Lyft or public means of transport such as buses and trains. SMART Buses – Route 261 FAST Michigan Avenue, Routes 125 (Fort Street) and Route 280 (Middlebelt South) – are the dominant and arguably the most cost-effective transport option from the city center to DTW.
  • Although most airlines connecting from Detroit to Sydney highly consider Persons with Reduced Mobility (PRMs), United and Air New Zealand are ranked among PRMs-friendly airlines for this route. Among their PRM-friendly amenities include priority boarding for PRMs, free access to wheelchair services and the availability of well-trained staff who offer personalized services to PRMs.
  • If you're traveling from Detroit to Sydney with your furry friend, you'll prioritize reserving your flight ticket with Delta or Air Canada. These two airlines' pet-friendly policies allow you to travel with your smaller caged pet under your seat, while larger pets travel as cargo in a pressure and temperature-controlled cargo hold.
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Top 5 airlines serving from Detroit to Sydney

 
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DeltaOverall score based on 10818 reviews
8.6Crew
8.2Boarding
8.0Entertainment
7.4Food
7.9Comfort
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Food service was bare-bone. Better bot to have any at all rather than hand out premade coffees and cookies to random few passengers.

Crew was great. Friendly, calm, interesting, happy to be there. That makes a huge difference. Plane was very quiet. Also quite empty so I had three seats to sleep across

Had assistance at airport getting from arrivals gate to departure gate; I couldn't have managed without that extra help. Thank you Delta.

They charge me for the luggage which is was included on the ticket

More space in the cabin. The guy in front of me leaned his seat back and I felt he was sitting in my lap.

Was a great smooth flight from Detroit to San Diego.

Late flight, always blaming the flight crew, stale almonds, pushy people. Why don’t they have the people sitting in the back board first? So much easier getting through an empty plane! Duh!!

As we lined up to board they gave our plane to a flight going to Newark. So then we got delayed until they could find another plane. Flight crew was ok. I’m assuming since it’s a shorter flight they only offered water and coffee.

Food could have been better. A little more leg room would have been appreciated.

Initial flight was cancelled so moved to an alternative flight. As a result, stuck in a middle seat. Flight then place in holding pattern prior to landing resulting in a very late trip home.

There was nothing I didn’t like, prices a little lower would help

Flight delay was informed at the last minute. Food quality is not up to Qantas standard I was unable to book an online boarding pass on any of my 6 flights.

Rescheduled after ticket purchased and issued, not 2 or 3 times and not a fourth but by 5 times, by Qantas, that's right, 5 changes! Forcing an overnight stay in Chile and need for visa. Qantas can no longer provide basic services as a national or international service provider. Professionalism is extinct and the provider needs to be mentored and educated in perfecting who to operate as an airline. Qantas is the spirit of Australian dissatisfaction.

Amazing! Was put on the earlier flight and I requested for an aisle seat and was given it. Thanks Qantas!

The crew were amazing - A great job. They made me feel special and valued.

Boarding was terrible - the ground staff member Fredeya at lax was more military than customer service, have never encountered a customer service representative as rude as her. Apart from that all other staff were wonderful and the flight was good.

The flight met my expectations. It left and landed on time

My bag didn’t make it but otherwise it was a great experience.

I travelled first class from LAX to MEL and it was a series of disasters which I put down to lax staff who dont care and a suck it attitude to customers - its all lip service and no delivery. The flight was delayed due to aircraft refuellers putting on 300,000 litres of fuel on a 380Q1. I entered via the first class bridge loaded my bags in the overhead locker. the lady in the next isle in first class also had hers in there as she wasn't allocated a locker over her seat. The attendant asked would I like a champagne - I said yes please. he promptly delivered a empty glass and the glass left on the desk. Then he ignored me for 20 minutes. When i asked him is he out of champagne he gave me the usual rubbish I was distracted. There are four staff and 15 first class passengers - give me a break. the glass stayed there on takeoff and then was still there 9 hours into the flight. When I arrived to my seat I told him I had eaten and wouldn't be eating on the flight - it was 10.30pm. Yet he comes by later 4am ( I happen to be awake) and says are you eating with us? I asked for the bed to be made up - they put a 3 inch 7cm mattress on the chair but as usual the break in the chair - the mattress sinks into it - so I had to move it around so I didnt get my back sunk in the V - Im 187cm tall. The cabinet next to 1K is for staff bags and the toilet is next door. I tried to avoid this seat but couldn't change - in to the flight 8 hours and the cabin rest change over kicks in - this attendant is shining his torch in my eyes taking out and returning his bag. Then the toilet starts flushing and forget trying to get to sleep. Yet no-one else needed torch! 11 hours into the 15.5 hour flight I ask for breakfast - I order two poached eggs, bacon on multigrain toast, tomatos and mushrooms. I get no bacon or toast and have to order it and the eggs are cold. Then I order a coffee which is so badly spilled - and not by air turbulence she brings back a serviette and replaces the first one rather than providing a clean dry saucer! First class in Qantas is a joke as the staff just don't get the meaning of prompt service and attention to detail. I will fly business class rather than first on Qantas as its better value for money but I have been very impressed with United First Polaris and given I fly internationally every month this is going to be my choice.

Should have video screens Plane audio was poor and without wired connection hard to understand crew. Should serve more than just cups of water and pretzels on six hour flight. Did not see crew rest of flight. Fix charging sockets to retain charging blocks.

I paid $380 for my one-way ticket from California to Minnesota. The fair did not include online check-in. I received instructions from their app to check in at a kiosk. At the kiosk, the boarding pass would not print until an actual person came to verify that I had a personal item and not a carry-on item, On the plane, the person next to me was drunk and allowed to continue to order alcohol. United is garbage I’d rather fly spirit.

The plane was dirty and the in seat air wasn't blowing as planes usually do.

Generally good but there wasn’t any staff available when my luggage didn’t appear at baggage claim in Fresno. It took about half an hour to locate a staff member to open up the locked room where it was being kept.

Do not like the feeling of being in the basic economy. Everyone should feel good no matter what.

All flights were on time and boarding was issue free

Terrible! The plane was old and you are required to connect your own device to their Wi-Fi rather than have entertainment options in the back of the seat in front of you. The Wi-Fi went out during the flight and there was only one plug for the devices every two seats. Three out of five surrounding my family did not work. The seats and spaces under them were so small I could not fit my backpack, which I’ve always brought on flights and fit before no problem. The crew were unpleasant and patronizing.

Great! The plane was decently sized and comfortable. The staff was nice and there was great in flight entertainment

Food was terrible Not many options Stewards dont care Delay

Water service would be great. The way they board is terrible. Slow passengers first😂😂 They need to smart up a bit

Great crew. Very comfortable business seats with nice bedding. Good food. We were delayed to let late passengers on the flight, but otherwise great experience.

Great crew. We were delayed so that late passengers could get on the flight. Love the bedding in business class. Good food. Great experience.

The CX617 from HK to BKK was delayed more than 1.5 hours.

Horrible - they lied to me about baggage & boarding, even though I specifically spoke to their agents the day before my flight about my issue. When I showed up they did not let me board and stranded me at my airport until I bought a new flight with money I did not have to spend.

I was in business class. There was an excellent headset. But half an hour before arrival they collected them! The rest of the trip I had to use a cheap earphone. There must be a better way to protect the headphones.

All four American Airlines flights I took in last seven days were delayed. Caused me loads of problems, missed meetings, loss of time and money.

American cancelled our flight home. Zero option for hotel, alternative transportation and took 3 hours to find our bags so we could take a 3 hour UBER ride home on our dime. Never flying AA again.

They gave my seat away although it was a connecting flight with them and the flight was a bit delayed.

Flight was cancelled had to move to another gate late again no internet paid for the month and never can use it waste of money

Not being able to purchase my check in baggage online was a negative.

All was good, except our baggage was lost for most of a day. We are thankful that it was found quickly and delivered to our hotel. Rouge was fine outside of that problem.

You do not have a space for flight cancelled. BUT!!! Air Canada handled it great. Was booked on another airline for the next day. The original flight was booked solid. But he precheck by the maintenance found a mechanical problem and the plane was not safe to fly. It was an inconvenience to have to wait until next day but I would rather arrive safely.

Very good other than we have to wait for one crew and we’re delayed and the pilot and his co- pilot has to make a difference to be right on time arrival. Disappointed about no food service also.

I had written all my complaints on my trip from Grand Junction to Denver so I will repeat it here! I was absolutely appalled that I had to pay for a regular seat that I choose 24 hrs before boarding! Also I checked my large bag which I had to pay for as well, and by the time I boarded all the room in the bins were gone so also had to check that one. I noticed people pulling out oversized suitcases, bigger than the measurements stated for carry on, and also large pack packs stuffed full! So these people were taking up 2 or 3 spaces that the rest of us should have been able to use but couldn’t! NoTV on the flight! Thankfully I had downloaded the United Airlines app and was able to watch movies on my phone. Don’t remember the last time I flew in a plane with no movie screens!

I was appalled to have to pay for just a regular seat when I went to book 24 hrs before my flight! Because it was only an hour flight I didn’t choose a seat from Grand Junction to Denver, but I did for Toronto and had to pay just to choose a regular available seat! In my 60+ years of flying this was the first time I have heard of this. Also, allowing people to bring on “huge “ suitcases, not carry on size, but much bigger, and then a large pack pack stuffed. So they take up all the room in the overhead bins and if we are later boarding, there is no room so we have to check our small carry on. I have already paid for and checked in one bag! I certainly will not choose to fly with United again unless it is the “only” airline available!

Easy boarding, roomy seats, plenty of good food, very helpful snd friendly staff. Very smooth flight! Only thing that could have been better was to have cranberry juice. Women like this as it helps avoid UTI’s and not as sweet as other juices.

The crew was friendly, the seats are too small. Air travel is barely tolerable anymore.

Food was icecold or frozen including breakfast. Hopeless service. Rude crew.

The flight was very uncomfortable and there was no snacks served for the 13 hours international flight. In addition, the flight was delayed 3 hours

Due to a strike taking place with the airline, it negatively impacted my flight in multiple ways. My flight was delayed over 2 hours and the food served was mediocre at best.

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56h 25mDTW-SYD
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46h 05mDTW-SYD
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These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Detroit to Sydney that are departing in the next 10 days.
5/8Wed
multi-stop
29h 40mDTW-SYD
5/22Wed
multi-stop
26h 05mSYD-DTW
$1,383
5/8Wed
multi-stop
27h 12mDTW-SYD
5/22Wed
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26h 05mSYD-DTW
$1,438
5/11Sat
multi-stopAir Canada
24h 55mDTW-SYD
5/18Sat
multi-stopAir Canada
28h 10mSYD-DTW
$1,744
5/11Sat
multi-stopAir Canada
49h 15mDTW-SYD
5/18Sat
multi-stopAir Canada
26h 04mSYD-DTW
$2,029
5/9Thu
multi-stopAir New Zealand
33h 29mDTW-SYD
5/11Sat
multi-stopAir New Zealand
43h 16mSYD-DTW
$2,256
5/9Thu
multi-stopAir New Zealand
33h 29mDTW-SYD
5/11Sat
multi-stopAir New Zealand
43h 16mSYD-DTW
$2,268
5/8Wed
multi-stopKorean Air
26h 40mDTW-SYD
5/22Wed
multi-stopKorean Air
41h 00mSYD-DTW
$2,709
5/11Sat
multi-stopKorean Air
26h 40mDTW-SYD
5/15Wed
multi-stopKorean Air
41h 00mSYD-DTW
$2,759
5/8Wed
multi-stopQantas Airways
32h 48mDTW-SYD
5/10Fri
multi-stopQantas Airways
21h 24mSYD-DTW
$2,985
5/8Wed
multi-stopQantas Airways
30h 01mDTW-SYD
5/10Fri
multi-stopQantas Airways
21h 24mSYD-DTW
$3,082

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