Question 1

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

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Frontier and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Question 2

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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Chicago (MDW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 56m.

Question 3

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

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 4

How have Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight prices changed over time?

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As of December 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights are approximately 46% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 5

How far in advance should I book a flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for around $343 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Los Angeles for as low as $253 on momondo.

Question 6

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on average per week?

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As of December 2025, there are 145 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 7

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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The cheapest day to depart from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is on a Wednesday when prices can be found 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on Sunday is $417.

Question 8

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $398.

Question 9

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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Flying to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Los Angeles in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $340 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $388. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 10

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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Flights connecting via Chicago (MDW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 5h 59m.

Question 11

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flight route?

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

Question 12

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Detroit flights?

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Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 13

What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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The cheapest month to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Los Angeles is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $278, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Los Angeles during September instead. Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in September, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $284.

Question 14

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on average per day?

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As of December 2025, 20 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 46% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 15

What airlines fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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Spirit Airlines, Delta and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Los Angeles according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 16

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Detroit flights?

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According to our data, Spirit Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 17

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Detroit delayed?

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Historically, on average around 9% of flights between Los Angeles and Detroit have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 156 minutes.

Question 18

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Wednesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 19

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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Chicago (ORD) was the most common stop: 40% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 20

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport were last updated today.

Question 21

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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As of December 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

Question 22

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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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 Los Angeles Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

Question 23

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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The necessary travel and health documents for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights are approximately 46% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Frontier and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

What airlines fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Detroit delayed?

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between Los Angeles and Detroit have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 156 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Detroit flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Detroit flights?

According to our data, Spirit Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Chicago (ORD) was the most common stop: 40% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $398.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Flights connecting via Chicago (MDW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 5h 59m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Chicago (MDW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 56m.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on average per day?

As of December 2025, 20 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 46% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 145 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

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