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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Detroit from $881

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — DTT
14 Jun — 21 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Detroit

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 May 2026.

Thu 30/716:25
AKL
-
DTW
1 stop33h 43m
American Airlines
Mon 3/811:50
DTW
-
AKL
2 stops37h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/5$1,704
Thu 30/708:20
AKL
-
DTW
2 stops26h 40m
Qantas Airways
Mon 3/819:50
DTW
-
AKL
2 stops35h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/5$1,819
Wed 26/816:25
AKL
-
DTW
1 stop33h 42m
American Airlines
Thu 24/919:35
DTW
-
AKL
2 stops26h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,934
Wed 26/808:20
AKL
-
DTW
3 stops41h 10m
Qantas Airways
Thu 24/919:35
DTW
-
AKL
2 stops26h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 13/5$2,124
Sat 16/507:00
AKL
-
DTW
2 stops27h 50m
United Airlines
Wed 20/508:35
DTW
-
AKL
2 stops40h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/5$2,285
Thu 30/707:00
AKL
-
DTW
3 stops42h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/811:29
DTW
-
AKL
3 stops33h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$2,526
Thu 30/719:50
AKL
-
DTW
1 stop18h 34m
Air New Zealand
Mon 3/806:15
DTW
-
AKL
1 stop31h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/5$2,541

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Detroit

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Detroit flight deals. Data was last updated 15 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,704

One-way from

$881

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,172
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 30/7-3/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 70h 43m total
  • New Zealand to Detroit
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1/6
  • 1/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 31h 27m total
  • New Zealand to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($149 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Detroit 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 15 May 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandDetroit

AKL - DTW

AKLDTW

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/7

16:25-10:08

1 stop33h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/8

11:50-16:50

2 stops37h 00m

$1,704

AucklandDetroit

AKL - DTW

AKLDTW

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/7

13:25-09:49

3 stops36h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/8

19:50-14:05

2 stops26h 15m

$1,895

AucklandDetroit

AKL - DTW

AKLDTW

Auckland Intl

Wed 26/8

08:20-09:30

3 stops41h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 24/9

19:35-14:05

2 stops26h 30m

$2,124

AucklandDetroit

AKL - DTW

AKLDTW

Auckland Intl

Fri 25/9

08:20-18:51

2 stops26h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/10

16:10-16:50

2 stops31h 40m

$2,124

AucklandDetroit

AKL - DTW

AKLDTW

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/7

19:50-22:24

1 stop18h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/8

06:15-05:30

1 stop31h 15m

$2,541
Fastest return journey

AucklandDetroit

AKL - DTW

AKLDTW

Auckland Intl

Fri 25/9

19:50-06:26

1 stop26h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/10

14:15-05:00

2 stops21h 45m

$2,543

AucklandDetroit

AKL - DTW

AKLDTW

Auckland Intl

Fri 25/9

15:45-06:04

3 stops30h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/10

14:55-13:45

3 stops29h 50m

$2,629
Cheapest one-way

AucklandDetroit

AKL - DTW

AKLDTW

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/6

08:20-18:30

2 stops26h 10m

$963

AucklandDetroit

AKL - DTW

AKLDTW

Auckland Intl

Fri 24/7

06:45-23:41

2 stops32h 56m

$1,002
Fastest single journey

AucklandDetroit

AKL - DTW

AKLDTW

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/6

13:50-16:27

1 stop18h 37m

$1,498

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Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated 15 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to Detroit, such as Qantas Airways and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,037 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,037 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,037 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,719 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,037 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Detroit. 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 into for flights to Detroit from New Zealand?

    Located just 0.9 km from the city centre, Detroit All airports (DTT) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Detroit from New Zealand.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Detroit?

    For as low as $1,704, American Airlines can have you in Detroit from New Zealand in 33h 43m. The distance between New Zealand and Detroit is about 13528 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 3 airlines flying from New Zealand to Detroit

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Detroit. 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 15 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,741Average$1,810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,960Average$2,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,293Average$2,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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