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

As of May 2026, there are 300 flights per day flying from California to Michigan. The most common time of day flights depart is 6:00AM, with 37% of flights taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to Michigan?

Delta, Spirit Airlines and United 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 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Michigan. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Michigan on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 Los Angeles (a popular airport in California) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (the most popular airport in Michigan), then the flight time is 4h 16m 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 25m.

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

As of May 2026, 2,102 flights take off from California and land in Michigan each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Frontier, Delta, and Southwest 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 9 as of May 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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Frontier flights from California to Michigan

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May 23

LAX12:26 amLos Angeles

4h 08m

ORD6:34 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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4h 40m

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$193

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4h 44m

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19h 21m

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$195

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LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles

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ORD4:57 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

4h 24m

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$221

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May 24

LAX6:00 amLos Angeles

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ORD12:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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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 August, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $395.

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 $356. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $450. 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 $333. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Michigan, so prices are often more expensive at around $414 per ticket.

What is the cheapest California to Michigan flight route?

Fly from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl for the best California - Michigan flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from California 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 $369 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 $265 on momondo.

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.

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Best Price Found	$54
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 $54. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Michigan found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $149.

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 9 as of May 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 Boeing 737-900, representing 21.64% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321neo at 12.00%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 9.85%, and Airbus A320-100/200 at 7.41%.

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Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $96	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 709 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $103	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,636 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $122	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,955 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $192	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,457 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $230	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,670 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $232	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,304 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $236	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,695 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $323	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 334 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $323	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,977 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $448	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,348 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights

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