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Cheap flights from Detroit to California from $94

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Southwest Logo
8:45 am - 1:25 pm
DTW
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LAS
7h 40m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
11:15 am - 6:15 pm
LAS
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DTW
4h 00mnonstop
$202Southwest
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 9
Frontier Logo
7:53 pm - 11:38 pm
DTW
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LAS
6h 45m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:40 pm - 7:22 am
LAS
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DTW
6h 42m
1 stop
$203Frontier
Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9
Frontier Logo
1:59 pm - 10:33 pm
DTW
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LAS
35h 34m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
12:59 am - 12:46 pm
LAS
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DTW
8h 47m
1 stop
$205Frontier
Tue, Jun 2 - Mon, Jun 8
Frontier Logo
1:59 pm - 10:33 pm
DTW
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LAS
35h 34m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
12:59 am - 12:46 pm
LAS
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DTW
8h 47m
1 stop
$206Frontier
Tue, Jun 2 - Mon, Jun 8
Frontier Logo
1:59 pm - 10:33 pm
DTW
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LAS
35h 34m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
12:59 am - 12:46 pm
LAS
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DTW
8h 47m
1 stop
$207Frontier
Tue, Jun 2 - Mon, Jun 8
Southwest Logo
8:45 am - 1:25 pm
DTW
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LAS
7h 40m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
1:55 pm - 11:05 pm
LAS
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DTW
6h 10m
1 stop
$212Southwest
Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 1
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 11:49 pm
DTW
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OAK
6h 44m
1 stop
Delta Logo
1:15 pm - 12:02 am
OAK
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DTW
7h 47m
1 stop
$369Delta
Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 17
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 11:53 am
DTW
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OAK
7h 53m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:22 pm
OAK
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DTW
11h 22m
2 stops
$374Delta
Fri, Jul 3 - Mon, Jul 6
Delta Logo
1:53 pm - 11:54 pm
DTW
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OAK
13h 01m
2 stops
Delta Logo
5:05 pm - 10:10 am
OAK
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DTW
14h 05m
2 stops
$380Delta
Fri, Jul 3 - Wed, Jul 8
Delta Logo
5:43 pm - 11:41 pm
DTW
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SJC
8h 58m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:55 pm - 5:19 am
SJC
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DTW
8h 24m
1 stop
$397Delta
Wed, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 6

Frontier flights from Detroit to California

Our best Frontier deals on Detroit to California flight tickets
Frontier
Jun 2
DTW7:53 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 45m
1 stop
LAS11:38 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Jun 9
LAS9:40 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
6h 42m
1 stop
DTW7:22 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$203
Frontier
Jun 2
DTW1:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
35h 34m
2 stops
LAS10:33 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Jun 8
LAS12:59 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
8h 47m
1 stop
DTW12:46 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$205
Frontier
Jun 2
DTW1:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
35h 34m
2 stops
LAS10:33 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Jun 8
LAS12:59 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
8h 47m
1 stop
DTW12:46 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$206

United Airlines flights from Detroit to California

Our best United Airlines deals on Detroit to California flight tickets
United Airlines
May 26
DTW8:50 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 25m
1 stop
SFO1:15 pmSan Francisco
Jun 3
SFO8:35 amSan Francisco
4h 48m
DTW4:23 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$399
United Airlines
May 27
DTW2:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 39m
1 stop
SFO6:49 pmSan Francisco
Jun 1
SFO11:30 pmSan Francisco
7h 22m
1 stop
DTW9:52 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$409

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DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/26

8:45 am-1:25 pm

2 stops7h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/9

11:15 am-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$202

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/2

7:53 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 6/9

9:40 pm-7:22 am

1 stop6h 42m

$203

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/2

1:59 pm-10:33 pm

2 stops35h 34m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 6/8

12:59 am-12:46 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$205

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/2

1:59 pm-10:33 pm

2 stops35h 34m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 6/8

12:59 am-12:46 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$206

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/2

1:59 pm-10:33 pm

2 stops35h 34m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 6/8

12:59 am-12:46 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$207

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/26

8:45 am-1:25 pm

2 stops7h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/1

1:55 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$212

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/9

8:05 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Oakland

Thu 9/17

1:15 pm-12:02 am

1 stop7h 47m

$369

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/3

7:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop7h 53m

Oakland

Mon 7/6

6:00 am-8:22 pm

2 stops11h 22m

$374

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/3

1:53 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops13h 01m

Oakland

Wed 7/8

5:05 pm-10:10 am

2 stops14h 05m

$380

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/3

5:43 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop8h 58m

San Jose

Sat 6/6

5:55 pm-5:19 am

1 stop8h 24m

$397

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of January is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around $308.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit to California is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $346. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Sunday is $593.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $249. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $418 on average. Flights to California from Detroit in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Detroit to California flight route?

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

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $326 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Detroit for as low as $255 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit to California flights?

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

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Best Price Found

$198

Fastest flight time

4h 12m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

418 airports
The best one-way flight to California from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $198. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $398.
The fastest flight from Detroit to California takes 4h 12m
Direct flights go from Detroit to California every day.
There are 418 airports in California. From Detroit there are direct flights to Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to California

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

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

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to California?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to California.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

    The required travel and health documents for your California 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 California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Detroit to California

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $104Free CancellationRating
6.2
8,625 reviews
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Sun Country AirPriceFrom $107Free CancellationRating
6.8
334 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $128Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,951 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $151Free CancellationRating
7.1
2,977 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,662 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,727 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $284Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,298 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,455 reviews
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