MEL - DTW

$614 Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Detroit

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne to Detroit departing on 12/9. 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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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Detroit (MEL-DTW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Melbourne to Detroit 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 Melbourne to Detroit

Fri, Dec 12 - Sat, Jan 10
American Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 4:36 pmMEL-DTW
24h 21m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
11:20 am - 9:30 amDTW-MEL
30h 10m2 stops
$816American Airlines
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Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 22
Delta Logo
10:10 am - 5:04 pmMEL-DTW
22h 54m1 stop
Delta Logo
7:45 pm - 8:00 amDTW-MEL
44h 15m2 stops
$965Delta
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Sat, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 5:00 amMEL-DTW
30h 45m2 stops
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9:18 am - 12:45 pmDTW-MEL
35h 27m2 stops
$1,090Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Oct 23 - Wed, Nov 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 6:00 amMEL-DTW
30h 30m2 stops
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4:10 pm - 12:45 pmDTW-MEL
28h 35m2 stops
$1,166Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 4
American Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 7:27 pmMEL-DTW
23h 27m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:31 pm - 9:30 amDTW-MEL
25h 59m2 stops
$1,190American Airlines
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Thu, Oct 23 - Wed, Nov 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 5:28 amMEL-DTW
29h 58m3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 12:45 pmDTW-MEL
28h 35m2 stops
$1,191Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Jan 14
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 10:11 pmMEL-DTW
26h 41m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 9:30 amDTW-MEL
24h 45m2 stops
$1,450United Airlines
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Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 22
Air New Zealand Logo
12:10 pm - 11:58 pmMEL-DTW
27h 48m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
11:06 am - 9:25 amDTW-MEL
30h 19m2 stops
$1,497Air New Zealand
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Mon, Dec 15 - Mon, Jan 12
Air New Zealand Logo
10:35 am - 11:57 pmMEL-DTW
29h 22m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
8:15 am - 10:55 amDTW-MEL
34h 40m2 stops
$1,538Air New Zealand
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Wed, Dec 3 - Thu, Jan 15
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 7:04 pmMEL-DTW
22h 04m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 10:00 amDTW-MEL
30h 55m2 stops
$1,787United Airlines
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Everything you should know

Top airlines
American Airlines
Cheapest • from $816 (round-trip)
United Airlines
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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When to book
5 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 33% price drop
June
Most popular
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Cheapest round-trip
$816
Typical prices: $1,489-2235
American Airlines
Fri 12/12Sat 1/10
MEL - DTW • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$614
United Airlines
Tue 12/9
MEL - DTW • 1 stop
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Detroit flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport departing in December.

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Detroit on a Friday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Melbourne to Detroit. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Fridays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is April, where tickets cost $767 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,234 and $1,802 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 33% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$614
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 37% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Melbourne to Detroit

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Detroit 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 Melbourne to Detroit flights

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport was $614 for a one-way ticket and $816 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

    Melbourne airport is called Melbourne and the only airport in Detroit is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Detroit?

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to Detroit, United Airlines or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Detroit are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $849 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $761 and an overall rating of 7.2.

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

    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 Melbourne to Detroit.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Detroit from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Detroit?

    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 Detroit with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline. Booking your flights between Melbourne and DTW 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 Melbourne to Detroit?

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

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to Detroit. 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 Melbourne to Detroit? 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.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 8933 reviews
7.7Boarding
7.1Entertainment
8.1Crew
6.6Food
7.3Comfort
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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.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Sep 2025ORD - SYR
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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.

Could have said yes to a glass of wine 🍷 instead of saying we'll come around in a couple of hours

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.

Flight was delayed for 5 hours because crew didn’t have enough time to rest - this seems like it could have been avoided with better scheduling. Food was not good.

I understand that the food on the airplane wouldn’t be fantastic. However, it wasn’t good at all. 😭

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

We spent too much time on board waiting for takeoff.

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.

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

Premium economy seat was decent. As always poor headphones, poor food and beverage, crew is not overly friendly

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.

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