DTW - MEL

$550 Find Cheap Flights from Detroit to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

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 5/23. 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 round-trip
$1,136
Typical prices: $1,609-$1,482
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Wed 5/6Wed 5/13
DTW - MEL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$550
Overall average: $580
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Sat 5/23
DTW - MEL • 3 stops
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Cheapest • from $1,217 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Detroit and Melbourne. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,380 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 23h 06m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% 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 round-trip 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 round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
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6:30 pm - 12:05 pm
DTW
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MEL
27h 35m
2 stops
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1:25 pm - 6:34 am
MEL
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DTW
31h 09m
2 stops
$1,136Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Thu, May 28
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8:52 am - 12:00 pm
DTW
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MEL
37h 08m
3 stops
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1:30 pm - 7:22 am
MEL
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DTW
31h 52m
3 stops
$1,139Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 21 - Thu, May 28
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8:52 am - 12:00 pm
DTW
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MEL
37h 08m
3 stops
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1:30 pm - 12:35 pm
MEL
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DTW
37h 05m
3 stops
$1,140Multiple Airlines
Sat, May 23 - Sat, May 30
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10:45 am - 11:05 am
DTW
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MEL
34h 20m
3 stops
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6:00 pm - 10:08 am
MEL
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DTW
54h 08m
3 stops
$1,217Air Canada
Tue, Apr 28 - Sat, May 30
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6:15 pm - 11:20 am
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MEL
51h 05m
3 stops
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7:15 pm - 10:08 am
MEL
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DTW
52h 53m
3 stops
$1,335Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
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2:55 pm - 11:20 am
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MEL
30h 25m
3 stops
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8:30 pm - 10:08 am
MEL
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DTW
51h 38m
3 stops
$1,339Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 15 - Wed, May 27
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3:42 pm - 5:00 am
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MEL
23h 18m
1 stop
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1:35 pm - 10:39 pm
MEL
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DTW
23h 04m
1 stop
$1,415Qantas Airways
Sun, May 31 - Sun, Aug 16
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7:20 pm - 10:35 am
DTW
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MEL
25h 15m
2 stops
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8:15 am - 6:51 pm
MEL
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DTW
24h 36m
2 stops
$1,423Qantas Airways
Sun, May 31 - Sun, Aug 16
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7:20 pm - 5:00 am
DTW
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MEL
43h 40m
1 stop
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8:50 pm - 6:51 pm
MEL
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DTW
36h 01m
2 stops
$1,425Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
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3:42 pm - 5:00 am
DTW
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MEL
23h 18m
1 stop
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9:00 am - 6:26 pm
MEL
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DTW
23h 26m
2 stops
$1,440Qantas Airways
Booking Insights

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 round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-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 May.

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 January, where tickets cost $1,037 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,593 and $1,549 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 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 22% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonApril
Cheapest flight$550
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 23% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Detroit to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

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.
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FAQs for booking Detroit to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) flights

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport was $550 for a one-way ticket and $1,136 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Detroit and Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Detroit and on arrival in Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine).

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Detroit to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    On your way to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), you’ll fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. You’ll be landing at Melbourne.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Detroit to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Detroit and Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Detroit to Melbourne, Delta or Qantas Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Melbourne are Delta and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,084 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,255 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    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 Airport (Tullamarine).

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Detroit to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) 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 Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    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 Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit and MEL 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 Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    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 Airport (Tullamarine) from Detroit up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Detroit to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Detroit to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Detroit to Melbourne? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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DeltaOverall score based on 8392 reviews
7.9Comfort
7.8Entertainment
8.1Boarding
7.2Food
8.5Crew
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Okay considering we had weather delays which the Pilot notified us of immediately!

8.0 ExcellentPaul A, Apr 2026
ORD - ATL
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Okay considering we had weather delays which the Pilot notified us of immediately!

Generally on time departures and arrivals, clean planes, sky miles membership provides great benefits (complimentary upgrades, etc).

Flight from Fort Wayne to Atlanta was the smallest in terms of cabin space that I've ever seen. A carry on I've used for 20 years BARELY fit in overhead compartment. I'm 5'10" and felt very cramped. Not the best experience.

I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with the poor service and unprofessional staff we encountered when traveling with an infant. Our flight was delayed, and the gate staff failed to manage the boarding process appropriately. Due to incorrect, unavailable, or missing 'pink tag' stroller and car seat check-in procedures at the gate, we were forced to board last. Furthermore, the gate staff was rude and dismissive, causing significant distress to our infant. To make matters worse, one of our checked items—an infant sleeper/lounger—was returned to us broken. Given the unsafe handling of essential equipment and unprofessional treatment, I expect a prompt resolution regarding compensation for the damaged items.

We departed and landed early which was a nice surprise. The boarding process was slow.

N Everything was perfect from boarding to assistance to baggage in Tampa

Subpar. The seating on the plane is almost unbearable. We are literally touching and/or sitting on each other which is totally unacceptable and shameful. Pilots and crew was very accommodating and friendly.

The boarding was organized and informative but the plane was tight meaning that you were sitting on one another and extremely uncomfortable. It’s disappointing that can’t have common seating comfort on the plane.

Loved the crew! Sucks that we went from 1 hour and 8 minute layover to a 3 hour layover. But weather sucks like that.

I was told that they needed to check my bag at the gate and to pick it up at the gate in Richmond. No big deal. I know they can't control the weather, but we flew around RIC for 45 minutes to avoid the storm and were 25 minutes late leaving as well. Once we landed, we were told to go to baggage claim to pick up our luggage. I went to bathroom, paid for parking, and went to the assigned baggage claim location. United flight people came down with us as well. They got their luggage immediately. Next, South West people came down about 10 minutes later. They got their luggage next. We finally got our luggage around 30 minutes in waiting. Was not a wonderful experience. No reflection on Delta, but the ground crew was lousy at best.

I couldn't hear all of the announcements. It was nice when they put them on the screen.

This was the worst flight I’ve been on. Getting on the plane where is was 30 degrees outside was hotter on board cabin must’ve been 33 degrees. This is a health hazard. They cannot be doing this to save on fuel. People could die from this!!. Fans and a/c was, off entertainment was off. Poor excuse given. Crew made the excuse that the system didn’t have enough power. They basically were operating on one engine to save on jet fuel till 3 hours later on cruising altitude and they then started the second engine. And finally the cabin was cooled. On a 7hour red eye flight this made it so uncomfortable and impossible to sleep.

My experience was great overall. Tanya was particularly friendly and helpful the entire trip. I was very pleased with her customer service skills. The plane was an older aircraft but the entire way was comfortable with barely any turbulence at all. Qantas should speed up its fleet renovation. Totally recommend using this airline.

Qantas is always subpar beyond comfy chairs for a domestic flight

I liked boarding the plane. The staff were rude, the food was appalling and the chairs the most uncomfortable I have ever experienced

an hour late, then had to disembark on back stairs and take 4 flights up to get to main airport. No warning, and difficulty for those with canes and poor knees.

Well my expórtenle with Qantas it wasn’t that good KLM from Bs Aires was delay Santiago Chile Qantas QF 028 was still in the airport but the crew didn’t opened the door for me soo I lost my fly And I stuck in the airport 13 hrs waiting for next fly by Latam Arline My question is can I have my money back for business class

It was ok, the additional baggage charges were a bit excessive given winter is a time for skiing. To have to pay $600 extra for skis was tantamount to robbery. Airlines should consider sporting goods as baggage. Likewise, they should consider increasing the number of bags allowed on international flights to known ski destinations.

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

All good flight was 35 minutes early when arriving in Edinburgh

Flights were on time actually early service was good and crew cheerful

Every staff member was professional, friendly and courteous. The pizza twist was ok. It was warm but too much dough.

The boarding timing needs to be improved. The flight was delayed again because it took way too long to board. I was already exhausted from sleeping at the airport and spending all day there due to delay from my previous flight that connected in Chicago.

I had a terrible experience. My flight got delayed from Atlanta to Chicago on Monday April 6, 2026, and that led to me missing my next flight to Brussels. United Airlines didn’t provide me with any accommodation for shelter. I had to sleep at the airport in Chicago. The next flight I was put on didn’t leave until the evening hours of Tuesday 4/7/2026.

Boarding was again a "free for all". We were boarding group 4, and almost the entire plane was able to board before us. It's a shame that someone who follows the rules, gets the short end of the stick. Not fair.

Flight left on time, arrived early, pleasant staff provided water, coffee, etc. access to bathrooms was reasonable and were well maintained. blankets were available, lots of entertainment options. LUGGAGE SERVICE WAS GREAT. I got my one checked bag quickly and was able to make a bus connection for a 2 hour bus ride saving me from waiting another 1.5 hours.

The boarding process was straightforward. One pertinent observation regarding all boarding procedures is that if an individual requires assistance or possesses a special status and is part of preboarding, it is advisable to limit the number of passengers who can preboard with them, rather than the entire, sometimes large, companion groups. The seats are uncomfortable, and the entertainment options are significantly inferior compared to other airlines. During the snack service, I requested an additional bag of snacks, but my request was denied. Initially, the flight attendant agreed to my request.becoming a strange accurate moment. The flight duration was four hours.

The flight was officially delayed 3 times, and was actually later than that. Combined, it was a 3 hour delay, but there was no recognition (miles, voucher, etc). The crew seemed stressed. The captain sounded nervous in his announcements. The flight itself was smooth and uneventful.

United didn’t even try to hold the flight for me. They knew I had a tight connection and when I arrived at the gate less than 10 mins after final boarding the flight had already gone. The gate agent wasn’t even notified that I was on my way. She was told I wasn’t at the airport

I'm not sure American is capable of on-time arrivals and departures. When you land at ORD, you almost always get held on the tarmac because your gate is still occupied. I may have missed my connection, but that ended up up being significantly delayed as well. Once again, I finally got home well after midnight.

Same plane as RDU to LGA — internet not working. Pilot issue of some sort at end of prior flight - I was on same plane for my connection. Late/delayed —

Good flight, seated and had a water within 5 minutes. Crew was hospitable.

Message about flight cancelation was received late due to being in the air. No explanation, just canceled and booked on morning flight. We had to stay in the airport overnight because there was no transportation offered to get to the hotel that AA had available. Actual inflight was fine.

I didn't go from Reno to Phoenix I ended up going from Reno to Dallas to Tucson because my flight rebooked because my Amtrak was late I tried notifying you guys I also don't know what you ask me about my flight because you guys didn't book my flight

Delays experienced in boarding/take off due to incoming plane delayed. However, the boarding time/depart time in the app was significantly delayed in providing these updates. Usually not updated until an hour after we should have already boarded. Poorly managed.

Bag drop was very disorganized in Miami. All main cabin passengers were shunted to just a few lanes and they had an equal number of lanes for first class passengers but there was nobody on those lines. They did nothing to bring the main cab and passengers over to the open lines and they just had employees standing there and doing nothing

there are no options s for snack besides cookies would ve nice to have a salty option n

We did not have enough time to make our connecting flight. As a result, we were put onto a different airline for our second leg. The different airline was NOT comparable to British Airlines, and our arrival was significantly delayed. The actual flight on BA was amazing.

We left at 1030 am pacific from LA and supposed to land at 7 pm Eastern in NY. They made a detour, stopped in Philadelphia and didn’t land till 1130 PM Eastern!!! Worst flight experience with no pilot communication with no explanation as to what was going on. Everyone was very frustrated to say the least.

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