How long is the flight from California to Michigan?

The flight from California to Michigan depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from San Diego (a popular airport in California) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (the most popular airport in Michigan), then the flight time is 4h 15m on average. If you fly from Sacramento (another popular airport in California) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, then the average flight time is 4h 18m.

How many flights depart from California to Michigan on average per week?

As of September 2025, 1,744 flights take off from California and land in Michigan each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Michigan?

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Michigan

How many flights depart from California to Michigan on average per day?

As of September 2025, there are 249 flights per day flying from California to Michigan. The most common time of day flights depart is 11:00AM, with 42% of flights taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to Michigan?

Delta, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Michigan from California according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Michigan. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Michigan on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Michigan?

Prices for flights from California to Michigan were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Michigan?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Michigan is 9 as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Michigan?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Michigan.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Michigan?

The required travel and health documents for your Michigan trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Michigan. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Spirit Airlines flights from California to Michigan

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Oct 11

BUR12:13 pmBurbank Bob Hope

10h 04m

1 stop

ORD12:17 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 14

ORD6:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 05m

1 stop

BUR3:45 pmBurbank Bob Hope

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Oct 1

LAX12:05 pmLos Angeles

4h 09m

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Sep 27

LAX12:05 pmLos Angeles

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Oct 27

SNA10:23 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

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SNA10:01 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Michigan?

If you aren’t able to travel to Michigan during the month of January, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $269.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Michigan?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Michigan is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $337. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $422. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Michigan.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Michigan?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Michigan is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $324. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Michigan, so prices are often more expensive at around $420 per ticket.

What is the cheapest California to Michigan flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County for the best California - Michigan flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Michigan?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Michigan from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Michigan for around $341 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Michigan from California for as low as $270 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Michigan flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Michigan flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Michigan.

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Best Price Found	$162
Fastest flight time	3h 50m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Michigan	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Michigan from California in the past 72 hours is $162. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Michigan found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $231.

The fastest flight from California to Michigan takes 3h 50m

Direct flights go from California to Michigan every day.

There are 2 airports near Michigan: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Michigan?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Michigan?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Michigan is 9 as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Michigan?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Michigan.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Michigan?
The required travel and health documents for your Michigan trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Michigan. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Michigan?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Michigan is Airbus A321-100/200, representing 18.03% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-900 at 15.78%, Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 at 12.99%, and Airbus A320 (sharklets) at 9.13%.

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Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $104	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 699 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $107	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,172 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $120	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,015 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $139	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 330 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $218	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $236	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,954 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $250	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,929 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $277	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $295	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,242 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Michigan

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Michigan?

If you aren’t able to travel to Michigan during the month of January, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $269.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Michigan?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Michigan?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Michigan is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $324. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Michigan, so prices are often more expensive at around $420 per ticket.

What is the cheapest California to Michigan flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County for the best California - Michigan flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Michigan?

What cabin class options are available on California to Michigan flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Michigan flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Michigan flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Michigan.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Michigan?

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Michigan

What airlines fly to Michigan?

How many flights depart from California to Michigan on average per day?

As of September 2025, there are 249 flights per day flying from California to Michigan. The most common time of day flights depart is 11:00AM, with 42% of flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from California to Michigan on average per week?

As of September 2025, 1,744 flights take off from California and land in Michigan each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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