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Cheap flights from Detroit to Los Angeles from $62

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Cheap Detroit to Los Angeles (DTT to LAX) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$62

Fastest flight time

4h 48m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Los Angeles

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $62. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $134.
The fastest flight from Detroit to Los Angeles takes 4h 48m
Direct flights go from Detroit to Los Angeles every day.
There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit to Los Angeles

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 from Detroit to Los Angeles?

February. The cheapest time of year to fly to Los Angeles from Detroit is February. Most expensive is December

What is the cheapest day to depart Detroit for Los Angeles?

Tuesday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Tuesday. The most expensive is typically Sunday

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles?

At noon. Detroit to Los Angeles flights are approximately 48% more expensive in the afternoon than at noon

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Los Angeles from Detroit?

Spirit Airlines. American Airlines, Delta, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to Los Angeles

What is the cheapest Detroit to Los Angeles flight route?

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

How far in advance should you book Detroit to Los Angeles flights?

43 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles is approximately 43 days to departure

How many flights depart from Detroit to Los Angeles on average per day?

The number of flights available between Detroit and Los Angeles is 17 per day as of March 2024. The most frequent departure time is 3:00PM, with 41% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Detroit to Los Angeles on average per week?

As of March 2024, 121 flights take off from Detroit and land in Los Angeles each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sunday, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What cabin class options are available on Detroit to Los Angeles flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to Los Angeles 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 Detroit to Los Angeles flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to Los Angeles flight.

When traveling from Detroit to Los Angeles, the most popular airport to fly into is Los Angeles Airport. The majority of travelers flying into Los Angeles Airport from Detroit are departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If you are looking for alternate airports to fly into when traveling from Detroit, you can try flying into Burbank Bob Hope Airport (in Burbank), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (in Santa Ana), or Long Beach Municipal Airport (in 15). In March, $144 is typically the cheapest round trip price you’ll find from Detroit to Los Angeles which you can find when you fly DTW — LAX.

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)$144
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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)$176
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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA)$168
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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)$418
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Easily compare round-trip flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

Below you can see the best fares for your round-trip flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Detroit to Los Angeles by changing tabs
Spirit Airlines
May 9
DTW8:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
30h 41m
1 stop
LAX11:56 pmLos Angeles
May 11
LAX7:30 amLos Angeles
4h 26m
DTW2:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Multiple Airlines
Apr 23
DTW11:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 33m
1 stop
LAX8:33 pmLos Angeles
Apr 30
LAX11:59 amLos Angeles
20h 24m
2 stops
DTW11:23 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Frontier
Apr 23
DTW11:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 33m
1 stop
LAX8:33 pmLos Angeles
Apr 30
LAX10:40 pmLos Angeles
7h 38m
1 stop
DTW9:18 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
May 9
DTW8:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
30h 41m
1 stop
LAX11:56 pmLos Angeles
May 11
LAX7:30 amLos Angeles
4h 26m
DTW2:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
May 7
DTW7:21 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 58m
1 stop
LAX4:19 pmLos Angeles
May 8
LAX9:32 pmLos Angeles
4h 24m
DTW4:56 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Multiple Airlines
Apr 23
DTW11:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 33m
1 stop
LAX8:33 pmLos Angeles
Apr 30
LAX11:59 amLos Angeles
20h 24m
2 stops
DTW11:23 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Find the cheapest one-way flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

If you're looking for one-way flights from Detroit to Los Angeles, view some of our deals below provided by Delta, Frontier and Spirit Airlines
Frontier
Apr 30
DTW11:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 33m
1 stop
LAX8:33 pmLos Angeles
Multiple Airlines
May 7
DTW10:12 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 23m
1 stop
LAX2:35 pmLos Angeles
Spirit Airlines
Apr 21
DTW7:36 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 10m
LAX9:46 amLos Angeles

Search last-minute flights to Los Angeles from Detroit

Find and compare round-trip flight prices for your last-minute flight from Detroit to Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
Apr 8
DTW9:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 24m
1 stop
LAX6:54 amLos Angeles
Apr 20
LAX10:46 amLos Angeles
4h 24m
DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Multiple Airlines
Apr 8
DTW9:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 24m
1 stop
LAX6:54 amLos Angeles
Apr 20
LAX6:10 pmLos Angeles
11h 59m
1 stop
DTW9:09 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
Apr 8
DTW9:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 24m
1 stop
LAX6:54 amLos Angeles
Apr 11
LAX6:15 amLos Angeles
10h 57m
1 stop
DTW8:12 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Multiple Airlines
Apr 8
DTW9:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 24m
1 stop
LAX6:54 amLos Angeles
Apr 10
LAX8:11 amLos Angeles
24h 44m
1 stop
DTW11:55 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
Apr 8
DTW8:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 28m
1 stop
LAX6:54 amLos Angeles
Apr 16
LAX8:00 amLos Angeles
4h 28m
DTW3:28 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Multiple Airlines
Apr 8
DTW2:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
19h 28m
2 stops
LAX6:54 amLos Angeles
Apr 20
LAX6:10 pmLos Angeles
13h 44m
1 stop
DTW10:54 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Los Angeles

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Detroit to Los Angeles with momondo
Airline
Rating
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $97Free CancellationRating
6.4
8,843 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $168Free CancellationRating
6.3
4,263 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
7.3
15,181 reviews
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Sun Country AirPriceFrom $287Free CancellationRating
7.2
694 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $309Free CancellationRating
7.4
11,470 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $378Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,402 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From Detroit to Los Angeles

    Across 33 Delta flights from Detroit to Los Angeles this week, the average price was $558, with the best Delta deals starting from $378 round-trip. 11,402 users have rated Delta on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.

  • Spirit Airlines Flights From Detroit to Los Angeles

    Another popular option for Detroit to Los Angeles flights is Spirit Airlines (6.4/10, 8,843 ratings). Spirit Airlines flies from Detroit to Los Angeles around 7 times per week, with deals starting from $97 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $256.


Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Detroit to Los Angeles flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
May 9
DTW8:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
30h 41m
1 stop
LAX11:56 pmLos Angeles
May 11
LAX7:30 amLos Angeles
4h 26m
DTW2:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
May 9
DTW8:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
30h 41m
1 stop
LAX11:56 pmLos Angeles
May 11
LAX7:30 amLos Angeles
4h 26m
DTW2:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
May 7
DTW7:21 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 58m
1 stop
LAX4:19 pmLos Angeles
May 8
LAX9:32 pmLos Angeles
4h 24m
DTW4:56 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Frontier flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

Our best Frontier deals on Detroit to Los Angeles flight tickets
Frontier
Apr 23
DTW11:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 33m
1 stop
LAX8:33 pmLos Angeles
Apr 30
LAX10:40 pmLos Angeles
7h 38m
1 stop
DTW9:18 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Frontier
Apr 13
DTW10:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 55m
1 stop
LAX8:40 pmLos Angeles
May 15
LAX9:30 pmLos Angeles
28h 07m
1 stop
DTW4:37 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Frontier
Apr 13
DTW10:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 55m
1 stop
LAX8:40 pmLos Angeles
Apr 17
LAX8:11 amLos Angeles
24h 44m
1 stop
DTW11:55 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

  • How far is Detroit to Los Angeles by plane?

    The distance between Detroit and Los Angeles is about 1981.2 mi. Flights usually cover this in 4h 58m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport?

    Prices for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

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


Alternative routes for Detroit to Los Angeles

Compare alternative flights to and from nearby airports and cities to discover the best prices and most convenient flight times
Detroit to San Francisco Flights
Fastest flight time4h 55m
Cheapest price$168
Detroit to San Diego Flights
Fastest flight time4h 38m
Cheapest price$140
Detroit to Ontario Flights
Fastest flight time6h 26m
Cheapest price$150
Detroit to Burbank Flights
Fastest flight time6h 27m
Cheapest price$179
Detroit to Santa Ana Flights
Fastest flight time4h 47m
Cheapest price$184
Detroit to Oakland, California Flights
Fastest flight time6h 37m
Cheapest price$182
Detroit to Palm Springs Flights
Fastest flight time6h 15m
Cheapest price$225
Grand Rapids to Los Angeles Flights
Fastest flight time4h 28m
Cheapest price$194
Detroit to Sacramento Flights
Fastest flight time5h 00m
Cheapest price$148
Grand Rapids to San Francisco Flights
Fastest flight time6h 31m
Cheapest price$260
Grand Rapids to Ontario Flights
Fastest flight time6h 53m
Cheapest price$299
Grand Rapids to San Diego Flights
Fastest flight time7h 06m
Cheapest price$190

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Los Angeles from Detroit which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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