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Cheap flights from Detroit to California from C$ 114

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — LAX
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to California flight deals. Data was last updated 28 March 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 193

One-way from

C$ 114

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 490

Good round-trip deal

C$ 292 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 373 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 29/4-2/5
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 24m total
  • Detroit to California
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 19/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 26m total
  • Detroit to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (C$ 99 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to California.

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 March 2025.

Tue 29/410:07 p.m.DTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 31mSpirit Airlines
Fri 2/55:05 a.m.LAS - DTW
Nonstop3h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 193
Wed 30/45:20 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/52:50 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop6h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 226
Mon 12/57:59 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop6h 54mSpirit Airlines
Wed 21/58:08 a.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop7h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 26/3C$ 237
Mon 21/410:05 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop28h 50mSpirit Airlines
Wed 23/48:08 a.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop22h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 246
Fri 25/410:07 p.m.DTW - BUR
1 stop12h 03mSpirit Airlines
Fri 2/59:21 p.m.BUR - DTW
1 stop12h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 254
Sat 17/57:59 p.m.DTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/58:16 a.m.LAS - DTW
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 277
Fri 25/42:39 p.m.DTW - ONT
1 stop23h 41mFrontier
Thu 1/512:59 a.m.ONT - DTW
1 stop9h 44mFrontier
Deal found 28/3C$ 354
Wed 7/58:12 p.m.DTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 21mDelta
Sat 10/510:15 p.m.LAS - DTW
Nonstop3h 55mDelta
Deal found 28/3C$ 370
Thu 3/78:45 p.m.DTW - LAX
Nonstop4h 59mDelta
Wed 16/710:15 p.m.LAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 28mDelta
Deal found 28/3C$ 370
Sat 3/57:00 a.m.DTW - LAS
1 stop8h 57mAlaska Airlines
Sat 3/53:54 p.m.LAS - DTW
1 stop10h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 26/3C$ 390
Sat 26/72:55 p.m.DTW - LGB
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Tue 29/712:20 p.m.LGB - DTW
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 27/3C$ 399
Wed 9/44:46 p.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop9h 12mFrontier
Fri 11/46:51 p.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop15h 29mFrontier
Deal found 27/3C$ 399

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 29/4

10:07 p.m.-11:38 p.m.

Nonstop4h 31m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/5

5:05 a.m.-11:58 a.m.

Nonstop3h 53m

C$ 193

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 30/4

5:20 a.m.-10:12 a.m.

1 stop7h 52m

San Jose

Tue 6/5

2:50 p.m.-12:31 a.m.

1 stop6h 41m

C$ 226

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/5

7:59 p.m.-11:53 p.m.

1 stop6h 54m

San Diego

Wed 21/5

8:08 a.m.-6:54 p.m.

1 stop7h 46m

C$ 237

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 21/4

10:05 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

1 stop28h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 23/4

8:08 a.m.-9:08 a.m.

1 stop22h 00m

C$ 246

DetroitBurbank

DTW - BUR

DTWBUR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 25/4

10:07 p.m.-7:10 a.m.

1 stop12h 03m

Burbank Bob Hope

Fri 2/5

9:21 p.m.-1:17 p.m.

1 stop12h 56m

C$ 254

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 17/5

7:59 p.m.-9:24 p.m.

Nonstop4h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 27/5

8:16 a.m.-3:26 p.m.

Nonstop4h 10m

C$ 277

DetroitOntario

DTW - ONT

DTWONT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 25/4

2:39 p.m.-11:20 a.m.

1 stop23h 41m

Ontario

Thu 1/5

12:59 a.m.-1:43 p.m.

1 stop9h 44m

C$ 354

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/5

8:12 p.m.-9:33 p.m.

Nonstop4h 21m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 10/5

10:15 p.m.-5:10 a.m.

Nonstop3h 55m

C$ 370

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/7

8:45 p.m.-10:44 p.m.

Nonstop4h 59m

Los Angeles

Wed 16/7

10:15 p.m.-5:43 a.m.

Nonstop4h 28m

C$ 370

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 14/7

10:05 a.m.-5:48 p.m.

1 stop10h 43m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 19/7

10:56 a.m.-9:11 a.m.

1 stop19h 15m

C$ 379

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to California?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to California (average of C$ 231). Flying from Detroit to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 314). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTT to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 March 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Detroit to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 28 March 2025.

The most flights from DTT to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 28 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Detroit to California. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to California?

    For a flight from Detroit to California, you will be flying from All airports. Detroit All airports (DTT) is just 0.9 km from the centre of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 114. Frontier flights start at C$ 169 while deals on JetBlue start at C$ 186 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit to California?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to California?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit to California on time: LATAM Airlines (95%), China Eastern (87%), Korean Air (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to California?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 574 for a flight from Detroit to California. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 163 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Los Angeles) is currently priced at C$ 220.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to California (average of C$ 231). Flying from Detroit to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 314). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapestC$ 171AverageC$ 314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 179AverageC$ 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 283AverageC$ 574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 284AverageC$ 642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 438AverageC$ 825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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SouthwestCheapestC$ 440AverageC$ 736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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