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 Santa Ana (a popular airport in California) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (the most popular airport in Michigan), then the flight time is 4h 11m on average. If you fly from San Diego (another popular airport in California) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, then the average flight time is 4h 15m.

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 8 different airlines that fly to Michigan on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of February 2026, there are 213 flights per day flying from California to Michigan. The most common time of day flights depart is 11:00AM, with 52% of flights taking off at noon.

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

As of February 2026, 1,494 flights take off from California and land in Michigan each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Michigan

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 10 as of February 2026.

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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What is the cheapest month to fly to Michigan?

If you aren’t able to travel to Michigan during the month of September, then flying in December is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $315.

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

The cheapest day to depart from California to Michigan is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $345. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $417. 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 at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $336. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Michigan, so prices are often more expensive at around $391 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 $340 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 $247 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.

Can stopping save me money on California to Michigan flights?

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Best Price Found	$159
Fastest flight time	3h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Michigan	115 airports

The best one-way flight to Michigan from California in the past 72 hours is $159. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Michigan found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $269.

The fastest flight from California to Michigan takes 3h 20m

Direct flights go from California to Michigan every day.

There are 115 airports in Michigan. From California there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW).

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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 10 as of February 2026.
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 A321neo, representing 21.52% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-900 at 15.86%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 12.76%, and Airbus A320-100/200 at 9.50%.

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Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $100	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 709 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $102	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,051 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $107	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 342 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $117	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,404 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $168	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,217 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $236	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,235 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $239	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,138 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $295	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,272 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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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 September, then flying in December is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $315.

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 at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $336. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Michigan, so prices are often more expensive at around $391 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?

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Michigan flight.

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

Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Spirit 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 February 2026, there are 213 flights per day flying from California to Michigan. The most common time of day flights depart is 11:00AM, with 52% of flights taking off at noon.

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

As of February 2026, 1,494 flights take off from California and land in Michigan each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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