Flying from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne is 16 hours ahead of Detroit and is in the UTC+11 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your DTW to MEL flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between DTW and MEL:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Detroit Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is R 8,291. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 17,318. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from DTW to MEL, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DTW to MEL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
DTW's address is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Of the departures from Detroit Wayne County Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Detroit to Detroit Wayne County Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to DTW:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Book a hotel close to MEL if you're taking a late Detroit Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to the centre of Melbourne has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
December is the busiest month for flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Melbourne in March.
When booking your flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DTW to MEL sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Australia, head for Geelong, about 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Eastern Beach Promenade and Eastern Beach are among the biggest draws.
