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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles from C$ 186

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LAX
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles are usually found in May or January, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 221

One-way from

C$ 186

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 510

Good round-trip deal

C$ 293 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 373 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 1/5-3/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 01m total
  • Detroit to Los Angeles
Delta
  • Delta
  • 2/6
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 03m total
  • Detroit to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (C$ 75 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles.

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Thu 1/510:34 p.m.DTW - LAX
Nonstop4h 55mSpirit Airlines
Sat 3/58:08 a.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop10h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 221
Tue 27/56:25 a.m.DTW - LAX
Nonstop4h 57mDelta
Sat 31/53:52 p.m.LAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 24/3C$ 371
Fri 23/510:10 a.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop15h 39mSun Country Air
Thu 29/511:59 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop7h 05mSun Country Air
Deal found 24/3C$ 380
Thu 18/98:15 a.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop9h 00mJetBlue
Mon 22/99:30 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop9h 55mJetBlue
Deal found 25/3C$ 388
Thu 22/56:59 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/511:10 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop10h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 411
Sun 30/32:43 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop12h 42mFrontier
Tue 1/46:44 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop6h 49mFrontier
Deal found 23/3C$ 427
Tue 17/64:15 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop10h 20mSouthwest
Tue 8/79:30 a.m.LAX - DTW
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 25/3C$ 473
Tue 6/57:00 a.m.DTW - LAX
2 stops27h 23mAlaska Airlines
Tue 13/54:08 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop10h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 483
Thu 22/55:00 a.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 22/510:31 a.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop9h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 484
Fri 25/78:20 a.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop8h 16mUnited Airlines
Thu 31/712:08 a.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 507

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Detroit

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Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/5

10:34 p.m.-12:29 a.m.

Nonstop4h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/5

8:08 a.m.-9:14 p.m.

1 stop10h 06m

C$ 221

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 27/5

8:35 a.m.-10:37 a.m.

Nonstop5h 02m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/6

10:35 p.m.-6:00 a.m.

Nonstop4h 25m

C$ 371

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 23/5

10:10 a.m.-10:49 p.m.

1 stop15h 39m

Los Angeles

Thu 29/5

11:59 p.m.-10:04 a.m.

1 stop7h 05m

C$ 380

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/6

11:39 a.m.-10:44 p.m.

1 stop14h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/6

11:10 p.m.-12:38 p.m.

1 stop10h 28m

C$ 388

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/5

7:00 a.m.-7:23 a.m.

2 stops27h 23m

Los Angeles

Tue 13/5

4:08 p.m.-5:11 a.m.

1 stop10h 03m

C$ 483

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/6

6:15 p.m.-12:05 a.m.

1 stop8h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/6

9:30 a.m.-10:10 p.m.

2 stops9h 40m

C$ 506

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/9

8:15 a.m.-1:44 p.m.

1 stop8h 29m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/9

10:52 a.m.-8:20 p.m.

1 stop6h 28m

C$ 507

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 23/7

1:14 p.m.-9:37 p.m.

1 stop11h 23m

Los Angeles

Tue 29/7

6:00 a.m.-7:35 p.m.

1 stop10h 35m

C$ 579

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/6

8:28 p.m.-10:31 p.m.

Nonstop5h 03m

C$ 186

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/7

6:30 p.m.-12:10 a.m.

1 stop8h 40m

C$ 201

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles is 20 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles (average of C$ 231). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles 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 DTW to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 23 March 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Los Angeles. 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 25 March 2025.

The most flights from DTW to LAX are scheduled on a Saturday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Detroit to Los Angeles. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    If you wish to fly to Los Angeles from Detroit, then you need to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles. There are 21 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Los Angeles (LAX) per day to choose from. Flights to Los Angeles from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are available from 4 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 51m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to Los Angeles typically takes.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at C$ 221. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and JetBlue, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 371 and C$ 388, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 45% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 186. Users have also found prices from C$ 191 and C$ 201 on Sun Country Air and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

    Consider LATAM Airlines (95%), China Eastern (87%) or Korean Air (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 163. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Los Angeles) can be booked for C$ 223 on average our data indicates C$ 576 when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles (average of C$ 231). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles 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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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 180AverageC$ 288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapestC$ 183AverageC$ 266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 285AverageC$ 570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 439AverageC$ 728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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