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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Melbourne (MEL) from $1,141

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 11/12. 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 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 May 29, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 101% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

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

Our data shows that March tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Users have commonly found prices around $1,890 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $1,246. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport (DTW - MEL)?

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 28% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Detroit to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Detroit and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 29, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Air New Zealand flights heading from Detroit to Melbourne. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Sun 9/17:28 amDTW - MEL
2 stops37h 22mAir New Zealand
Sun 9/86:55 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops42h 58mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/27$1,461
Thu 10/244:50 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops27h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/286:30 amMEL - DTW
2 stops28h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/26$2,050
Thu 10/248:40 amDTW - MEL
2 stops44h 55mAir New Zealand
Fri 1/106:55 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops43h 04mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/27$2,070
Thu 10/2411:10 amDTW - MEL
2 stops42h 25mAir New Zealand
Fri 1/106:55 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops43h 04mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/27$2,075
Mon 8/2611:10 amDTW - MEL
2 stops33h 40mAir New Zealand
Sat 8/316:15 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops43h 38mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/27$2,079
Tue 7/24:50 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops37h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 8/138:45 amMEL - DTW
2 stops29h 14mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/27$2,512
Sat 11/911:06 amDTW - MEL
2 stops31h 39mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/1612:05 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops41h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/28$4,305
Wed 7/244:50 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops28h 00mAir New Zealand
Wed 8/712:10 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops39h 48mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/28$7,714

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Detroit to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Detroit and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 29, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Qantas Airways flights we've found from Detroit to Melbourne. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Tue 11/124:01 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops31h 54mQantas Airways
Tue 11/195:20 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop20h 46mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,656
Thu 10/247:58 pmDTW - MEL
1 stop42h 27mQantas Airways
Thu 11/286:50 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops39h 09mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/26$1,959
Thu 10/247:58 pmDTW - MEL
1 stop42h 27mQantas Airways
Fri 1/101:55 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops44h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/27$1,991
Fri 11/811:55 amDTW - MEL
1 stop25h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 11/149:20 amMEL - DTW
2 stops52h 46mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/26$2,105
Thu 11/77:45 pmDTW - MEL
1 stop42h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 12/71:55 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops48h 11mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/26$2,115
Tue 7/27:37 pmDTW - MEL
1 stop43h 48mQantas Airways
Tue 8/131:00 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop24h 02mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/27$2,741
Tue 7/22:57 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops28h 23mQantas Airways
Tue 8/131:00 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop24h 02mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/27$2,748

Cheap Detroit to Melbourne flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Detroit to Melbourne specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Prices were last updated on May 29, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 5/284:05 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops47h 50mLufthansa
Sun 6/92:25 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops37h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 5/27$2,092
Tue 5/284:00 pmDTW - MEL
3 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/96:00 amMEL - DTW
3 stops27h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$2,240
Tue 5/2811:20 amDTW - MEL
3 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/98:45 amMEL - DTW
2 stops29h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$3,037
Tue 5/283:37 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops27h 43mQantas Airways
Sun 6/91:00 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop23h 48mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/27$3,210

Detroit to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Detroit and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 29, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Detroit to Melbourne in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 11/128:30 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops45h 30mChina Eastern
Tue 11/1910:30 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops36h 31mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/28$1,141
Sun 9/112:50 pmDTW - MEL
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/811:55 amMEL - DTW
1 stop25h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,313
Sun 9/17:28 amDTW - MEL
2 stops37h 22mAir New Zealand
Sun 9/86:55 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops42h 58mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/27$1,461
Thu 11/78:10 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops32h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sat 12/710:50 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops35h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/26$1,465
Mon 8/265:00 amDTW - MEL
2 stops51h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/3111:55 amMEL - DTW
1 stop40h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,527
Tue 11/1210:45 amDTW - MEL
3 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/198:00 amMEL - DTW
3 stops30h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,576
Sun 9/15:00 amDTW - MEL
1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/811:35 pmMEL - DTW
2 stops54h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,643
Tue 11/124:01 pmDTW - MEL
2 stops31h 54mQantas Airways
Tue 11/195:20 pmMEL - DTW
1 stop20h 46mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,656
Fri 11/811:03 amDTW - MEL
2 stops43h 57mCathay Pacific
Thu 11/148:50 amMEL - DTW
2 stops51h 54mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/26$1,669

Find flights from Detroit to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 29, 2024.

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/12

2 stops45h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 11/19

2 stops36h 31m

$1,141

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/1

1 stop27h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 9/8

1 stop25h 11m

$1,313

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/1

2 stops37h 22m

Melbourne

Sun 9/8

2 stops42h 58m

$1,461

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/7

2 stops32h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 12/7

2 stops35h 25m

$1,465

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/26

2 stops51h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 8/31

1 stop40h 31m

$1,527

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/12

2 stops31h 54m

Melbourne

Tue 11/19

1 stop20h 46m

$1,656

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/8

2 stops43h 57m

Melbourne

Thu 11/14

2 stops51h 54m

$1,669

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/24

1 stop22h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 1/10

1 stop33h 32m

$2,302

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyMelbourne

DTW - MEL

DTWMEL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/8

2 stops34h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 11/13

2 stops37h 18m

$2,486

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Deals found on 5/28

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on May 26, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Melbourne

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Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

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MEL

Temperature

46.4 - 68 °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 May 29, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Turkish Airlines from Detroit to Melbourne. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
608 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
608 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
608 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,424 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
608 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,914 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
608 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Cathay Pacific
7.8
Good
1,056 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
608 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
943 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
608 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

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.

  • Can I find flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on China Eastern for just $1,141, but on average you can expect to pay $1,724.

  • 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 $1,141. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,461, and Turkish Airlines, from $1,465. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport for 43% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does DTW to MEL mean?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is DTW and Melbourne Airport is MEL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Detroit to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Detroit to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Detroit to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Detroit to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Detroit to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Detroit to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport flight deals updated?

    The Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/28.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Consider American Airlines, Air New Zealand or Qantas Airways when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport.

  • When is the best time 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 $1,073). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,763). 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 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 29, 2024.
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,145Average$2,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,319Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,395Average$1,869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$2,525Average$2,775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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