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Spirit Airlines Logo
9:21 am - 9:25 pmDTW-LAX
15h 04m1 stop
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9:22 am - 11:49 pmLAX-DTW
11h 27m1 stop
$129Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 8
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:05 pm - 9:40 amDTW-LAX
15h 35m1 stop
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1:42 pm - 9:10 pmLAX-DTW
4h 28mnonstop
$133Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 9:25 pmDTW-LAX
10h 03m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 12:59 amLAX-DTW
8h 44m1 stop
$148Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 11
Spirit Airlines Logo
10:25 pm - 8:17 amDTW-LAX
12h 52m1 stop
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10:35 am - 5:58 pmLAX-DTW
4h 23mnonstop
$150Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 18
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 9:25 pmDTW-LAX
10h 03m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
10:34 pm - 3:20 pmLAX-DTW
13h 46m1 stop
$154Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 20
Frontier Logo
8:00 am - 5:30 pmDTW-LAX
12h 30m1 stop
Frontier Logo
1:15 pm - 12:59 amLAX-DTW
8h 44m1 stop
$155Frontier
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Sat, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 11
Frontier Logo
8:00 am - 5:30 pmDTW-LAX
12h 30m1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:03 pm - 12:59 amLAX-DTW
24h 56m1 stop
$156Frontier
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Sat, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 9:25 pmDTW-LAX
10h 03m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 12:59 amLAX-DTW
8h 44m1 stop
$157Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 14
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 9:25 pmDTW-LAX
10h 03m1 stop
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10:34 pm - 3:20 pmLAX-DTW
13h 46m1 stop
$162Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Oct 7 - Fri, Oct 17
Frontier Logo
3:42 pm - 9:45 pmDTW-LAX
9h 03m1 stop
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2:03 pm - 12:46 amLAX-DTW
7h 43m1 stop
$163Frontier
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Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Detroit to Los Angeles flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Oct 7
DTW9:21 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 04m
1 stop
LAX9:25 pmLos Angeles
Oct 8
LAX9:22 amLos Angeles
11h 27m
1 stop
DTW11:49 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$129
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Spirit Airlines
Oct 15
DTW9:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 35m
1 stop
LAX9:40 amLos Angeles
Oct 16
LAX1:42 pmLos Angeles
4h 28m
DTW9:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$133
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Spirit Airlines
Oct 17
DTW10:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 52m
1 stop
LAX8:17 amLos Angeles
Oct 18
LAX10:35 amLos Angeles
4h 23m
DTW5:58 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$150
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Frontier flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

Our best Frontier deals on Detroit to Los Angeles flight tickets
Frontier
Oct 4
DTW8:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 30m
1 stop
LAX5:30 pmLos Angeles
Oct 11
LAX1:15 pmLos Angeles
8h 44m
1 stop
DTW12:59 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$155
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Frontier
Sep 30
DTW8:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
19h 27m
1 stop
LAX12:27 amLos Angeles
Oct 4
LAX2:31 pmLos Angeles
6h 27m
1 stop
DTW11:58 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$156
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Frontier
Sep 29
DTW3:42 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 03m
1 stop
LAX9:45 pmLos Angeles
Oct 3
LAX2:03 pmLos Angeles
7h 43m
1 stop
DTW12:46 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
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DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

9:21 am-9:25 pm

1 stop15h 04m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/8

9:22 am-11:49 pm

1 stop11h 27m

$129

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

9:05 pm-9:40 am

1 stop15h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/16

1:42 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

$133

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

2:22 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop10h 03m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/11

1:15 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 44m

$148

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/17

10:25 pm-8:17 am

1 stop12h 52m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/18

10:35 am-5:58 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

$150

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

2:22 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop10h 03m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

10:34 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop13h 46m

$154

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/4

8:00 am-5:30 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/11

1:15 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 44m

$155

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/4

8:00 am-5:30 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/6

9:03 pm-12:59 am

1 stop24h 56m

$156

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

2:22 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop10h 03m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/14

1:15 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 44m

$157

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

2:22 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop10h 03m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/17

10:34 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop13h 46m

$162

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/29

3:42 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop9h 03m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/3

2:03 pm-12:46 am

1 stop7h 43m

$163

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Los Angeles?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from Detroit, with most prices found around $216. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Los Angeles from Detroit during February instead. Flights to Los Angeles in February, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $232.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Los Angeles. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $338. 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 Los Angeles on Sunday is $473.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is at noon. Flights from Detroit to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as $260. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $472 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Los Angeles flight route?

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

How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $293 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Detroit for as low as $209 on momondo.

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

There are 4 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 25% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to Los Angeles flight.

How have Detroit to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Detroit to Los Angeles flights are approximately 17% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Detroit to Los Angeles (DTT to LAX) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$174

Fastest flight time

4h 45m

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 $174. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $179.
The fastest flight from Detroit to Los Angeles takes 4h 45m
Direct flights go from Detroit to Los Angeles every day.
There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)
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  • 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 52m, 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.

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  • 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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to Los Angeles?

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Best airlines flying from Detroit to Los Angeles

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FrontierPriceFrom $99Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,174 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $116Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,019 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $218Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,924 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $218Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $258Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,957 reviews
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Sun Country AirPriceFrom $295Free CancellationRating
6.9
330 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $318Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Detroit to Los Angeles

    Across 2 Southwest flights from Detroit to Los Angeles this week, the average price was $508, with the best Southwest deals starting from $318 round-trip. 4,242 users have rated Southwest on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.

  • Delta Flights From Detroit to Los Angeles

    Another popular option for Detroit to Los Angeles flights is Delta (7.9/10, 7,957 ratings). Delta flies from Detroit to Los Angeles around 27 times per week, with deals starting from $258 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $444.

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