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$591 Find Cheap Flights from Detroit to Sydney

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Cheapest round-trip
$1,136
Typical prices: $880-997
American Airlines
Sun 2/1Sun 2/15
DTW - SYD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$591
Typical prices: $535-918
American Airlines
Wed 2/4
DTW - SYD • 2 stops
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Sydney (DTW-SYD)

 
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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Sydney

Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 15
American Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 9:00 amDTW-SYD
27h 40m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
11:20 am - 9:01 pmSYD-DTW
25h 41m2 stops
$1,136American Airlines
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Tue, Feb 3 - Thu, Feb 19
American Airlines Logo
2:46 pm - 9:00 amDTW-SYD
26h 14m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:05 pm - 12:28 amSYD-DTW
26h 23m1 stop
$1,193American Airlines
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Mon, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 28
American Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 9:00 amDTW-SYD
27h 40m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 12:28 amSYD-DTW
22h 43m2 stops
$1,205American Airlines
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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:16 am - 8:45 amDTW-SYD
32h 29m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 5:00 amSYD-DTW
31h 05m2 stops
$1,215Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 12:30 pmDTW-SYD
28h 20m2 stops
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6:00 am - 5:30 amSYD-DTW
39h 30m2 stops
$1,255Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 16
Air New Zealand Logo
11:06 am - 8:45 amDTW-SYD
29h 39m2 stops
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9:55 am - 11:44 pmSYD-DTW
28h 49m2 stops
$1,282Air New Zealand
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Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 16
Air New Zealand Logo
11:06 am - 8:45 amDTW-SYD
29h 39m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
11:45 am - 11:44 pmSYD-DTW
26h 59m2 stops
$1,284Air New Zealand
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Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 16
Qantas Airways Logo
5:35 pm - 10:55 amDTW-SYD
25h 20m2 stops
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2:05 pm - 5:48 pmSYD-DTW
19h 43m1 stop
$1,306Qantas Airways
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Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 16
Qantas Airways Logo
5:35 pm - 10:55 amDTW-SYD
25h 20m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
2:05 pm - 5:48 pmSYD-DTW
19h 43m1 stop
$1,307Qantas Airways
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Sat, Mar 28 - Mon, Apr 6
Air Canada Logo
6:15 pm - 8:20 amDTW-SYD
47h 05m2 stops
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9:20 am - 5:33 pmSYD-DTW
46h 13m2 stops
$1,383Air Canada
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Sydney flights

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.

How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sydney?

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 Sydney departing in February.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sydney clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Detroit to Sydney, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from Sydney back to Detroit, the best deals are generally found on Friday, with Monday being the most expensive.

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 round-trip 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 March, where tickets cost $891 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,254 and $1,151 respectively.

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

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 Sydney, 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 Sydney, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 9% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonApril
Cheapest flight$591
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 25% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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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 $591 for a one-way ticket and $1,136 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 SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Sydney from Detroit?

    Los Angeles is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Detroit to Sydney.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Sydney are Delta and Air New Zealand. With an average price for the route of $1,262 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. Air New Zealand is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,385 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • 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.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Detroit to Sydney

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Detroit to Sydney. 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.
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7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 7962 reviews
8.2Boarding
7.9Entertainment
8.5Crew
7.3Food
7.9Comfort
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Gate agent rushed to fill hot jetway with crowd so it took over 12 minutes to go from gate to plane. Just like a discount airline Pooly prepared cabin and third time that claim of rough air prevented any cabin service. Friends on a Southwest flight at similar time had service.

4.0 OkayPeter, Sep 2025SLC - SAN
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Gate agent rushed to fill hot jetway with crowd so it took over 12 minutes to go from gate to plane. Just like a discount airline Pooly prepared cabin and third time that claim of rough air prevented any cabin service. Friends on a Southwest flight at similar time had service.

Cramped seating for me. Luckily it wasn’t a long flight

Lounge in Lagos is terrible, food on board from Lagos to Atlanta was horrible. Only bright spot the cabin crew were awesome.

The airport was reasonably clean. The boarding process reasonably efficient. The cabin crew was efficient, polite but not that friendly. The food quality was unremarkable and the choices were awful . There was either a so so chicken dish or a “ vegetarian “ option which was really cheap carbohydrates drowned in cheese. Signing onto i flight wifi was not straightforward. Overall it was a very average experience

The staff and the boarding procedure were all amazing . The one flight was not equipped with WIFI which now adays seems odd. All in all the experience was good

Passengers need to check in big baggage instead of bringing on the plane. That cause inconvenience for everyone. Otherwise flight was good.

Perfect flight both ways. On time, courteous staff, plane comfortable and cool. Best domestic flights I’ve had in awhile.

The food was terrible especially for a 15 hour international flight. The crew was unpleasant as well.

Really low quality food especially for an international flight. The crew also was surprisingly unpleasant except couple of ladies. I know we were not in first class but that’s no reason to treat customers as less.

Flight delayed for two and half hours and then canceled altogether due to mechanical issues. No mechanic onsite to fix so had to send one from LAX.

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

One of the best Qantas business flights I've had. Quality product

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

Five hour flight instead of four hours due to westerly headwinds which wasn’t the fault of Qantas !

The wifi was out. Otherwise it was great flight. Richard, as CSM, was excellent.

Was bumped to a later flight because of inefficiency on part of the airline.

The Emerits/Qantas flight was cancelled to Wellington. We need a refund. Had to buy another airline ticket. How do we get the refund. Still not in Wellington.

Delayed QF59 flight once again, Qantas doesn't fail in maintaining there delayed departures and arrivals. USB points do not work nor do the power point sockets on the plane, Qantas staff admitted that on the flight. Don't expect to your charge devices. Saving grace, was the ice cream. Bottom line, if you expect to fly to HND and make it on time avoid Qantas and if you're interested in ice cream - visit 7/11.

Pretty excellent. I don’t know what the pilot could have done better with the bumping ( there was a storm) nor what happened to my ears coming down into bendigo. It doesn’t happen coming down into Sydney just the return flight. I wonder why?

It would have been better if the crew has supported my husband's reasons for needing to keep the space clear around his feet, rather than insisting that he put his knapsack in that space.

See previous note about the passenger in Denver who threw my husband's bag out of the overhead bin in order to maker room for his own. And the flight attendant back up the new passenger.

My husband and I had boarded the flight from Denver to Chicago, and one of the last passengers to get on the plane opened the overhead bin above my husband's seat and threw his bag out of the bin to make space for his own. He said, "Mine is bigger!" The flight attendant supported the new passenger. They didn't care that my husband has two artificial knees and must have the foot room in front of his seat to be able to fit his legs in -- and to be able to stand, much less walk, at the end of the flight. I have never seen this happen before, and it was a disaster.

Subject: Formal Complaint: Discriminatory and Unprofessional Conduct – Request for Immediate Action & Compensation Dear [Airline Customer Relations Team], I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding my recent travel experience with [Airline], which was by far the worst I have ever encountered. What occurred was not only unprofessional, but in several instances discriminatory, unsafe, and unacceptable. On the first leg of my trip, I arrived only four minutes past check-in. Instead of making any attempt to resolve the matter, your representative flatly denied me boarding and made me wait while she attended to passengers who arrived after me. By the time a manager intervened, it was too late to board, costing me time, money, and unnecessary frustration. The second leg of my trip (Chicago–San Francisco) raised even more serious concerns. From the outset, it was apparent that the staff—particularly two attendants—prioritized Caucasian passengers while dismissing African American and minority passengers. • When a Caucasian passenger in the exit row refused to comply with federal safety requirements, I, as a first responder, immediately offered to switch seats and assume the responsibility. My offer was blatantly ignored, and instead, a Caucasian passenger seated further up was chosen. This was discriminatory and deeply insulting, especially as I was actively de-escalating the situation that could have delayed the flight further. • During a lengthy tarmac delay of over 90 minutes, passengers were given conflicting and unreasonable instructions that created unnecessary distress and tension. • Throughout the flight, a visibly intoxicated passenger directly in front of me was disruptive, rude to others, failed to comply with seatbelt and electronic device rules, and yet faced no enforcement from the crew. In stark contrast, I was singled out for repeated compliance checks even though I was following every rule. This unequal treatment was so obvious that multiple passengers around me spoke up in my defense. This pattern of behavior demonstrated a clear lack of professionalism, disregard for passenger safety, and discriminatory treatment. I expect far better from an airline of your stature. As a paying customer subjected to this unacceptable treatment, I am formally requesting: 1. A full investigation into the conduct of the staff on both flights. 2. A written apology acknowledging the discriminatory and unprofessional behavior I endured. 3. Appropriate compensation for the distress, inconvenience, and mishandling of my travel. If this matter is not addressed promptly and thoroughly, I will have no choice but to escalate my complaint further, including filing with the U.S. Department of Transportation and sharing my experience through other channels. I trust [Airline] will take this complaint seriously and provide a timely resolution.

I was in first class. The outlets at my seat did not work. The plane was shabby and run down. I had prepurchsed a day subscription for internet that was not redeemable. I had to repurchase the internet for my flight and then it didn’t work anyway. Quite disappointed in what was supposed to be the launch of a great vacation.

Check in was quick and easy during early hours. Flight was on time, and customer services was a plus.

Terrible. They wouldn't allow me on my flight on the 14th..

We had to deboard 2 times due to maintenance issues. They changed the plane, and then we got deviated to LAX due to maibtenance issues on the other plane, had to sleep at LAX and los a full day.

Everything was good, except the seats in economy were so close together, you could barely get out when the seat in front of your was reclined. If the airlines keep jamming in more and more seats, it will become intolerable. I will look for another airline that considers customer comfort and does not keep adding more rows of seats for more profit.

The newer screen was super cool and had the option to watch many different shows or movies. Crew was polite and helpful. However again, many children screaming bloody murder and kicking my seat, and parents doing nothing about it as usual.

The trip was smooth but the crew were very abrupt, snatching things before finished and being quite snappy when asked questions.

Very below average , plane from Dallas to Toyko was very poor designed plane. I had to sit for 13 hours next to fat man. Really bad seat and entertainment screen sucked

It was a red eye flight, so no meals were provided, but it was fine with snacks. The seats felt cramped and almost too narrow.

My wife and I love to travel, so we fly a lot. We've already logged 381,075 miles and with practically every major airline. But this flight was very disappointing. It started off well, with no delays and a new plane. But when lunchtime approached, all that good impression was ruined. Instead of white tablecloths, we were offered small, dark placemats, which, as it turned out, were perfectly adequate for the food. All the food offered—and my wife and I only took fish, and the meat—was not just bad, it was downright disgusting and not heated enough. The same applies to the appetizers. This was the first time in many years of traveling that we've been offered such disgusting food.

The Phildalphia to Allentown portion was a BUS, not a plane. All was as expected.

Very crowded flight but what can you expect these days?? Crew was accommodating.

We didn't take off until an hour after we boarded.

The flight crew was rude. We were in first class and no one even offered water until an hour after we were in the air. Horrible experience

Excellent - explanations were clear staff was nice and flight was comfortable

The flight was fine. This survey is not. There is no option for N/A so items which don’t apply to my experience still must be rated. In those instances I give a “3” rating which ultimately skews the results.

Fair. What's the point of partnering with United if we cannot use the lounge. My wife is a frequent flier with United but we were refused access to Air Canada lounge

extremely cramped seating... absolutely no leg room and when person in front of me reclined... I was pinned in my seat... absolutely ridiculous

Didn’t realize I purchased a basic fare with no carry ons allowed. Not very well communicated. Also had seats switched without knowledge and had to pay for different ones.

We loved our Air Canada experience and will definitely fly them again. It just so happened than in the first leg of our trip their entertainment system was not working, and neither was their oven so cold meal & snacks only.

For the price, it was a really good experience. There was no entertainment on board, so I couldn't really rate this, and I didn't order a meal. I appreciated that there was a free glass of wine.

Short flight. Everything was fine except the flight was delayed twice for a total of an hour.

My flight from New York to Canada and Canada to Brisbane was canceled, so I had to take united airlines instead flight from New York to Dubai then layover in Dubai 8 hours then from Dubai to Brisbane it was extremely difficult for me , it was a nightmare flying with Canadian airlines unfortunately.

I found the boarding easy and my seat was very comfortable as I had a lot of leg room. I am not too happy that I no longer have lounge access even though I used to get it with my TD credit card.

Flight cancelled. Major disruption to our travel. Do not use Air Canada from KC. To few flights.

Real smooth and easy, Real good leg room in coach!

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