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Cheap flights from Detroit to Los Angeles from C$ 146

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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — LAX
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Los Angeles are usually found in January or September, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 245

One-way from

C$ 146

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 416

Good round-trip deal

C$ 284 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 28/5-31/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 08m total
  • Detroit to Los Angeles
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 11/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 22m total
  • Detroit to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (C$ 95 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) 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 29 April 2025.

Wed 28/59:22 a.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sat 31/59:59 a.m.LAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 27/4C$ 245
Wed 21/512:31 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop12h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/59:59 a.m.LAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 267
Wed 28/54:26 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop8h 03mFrontier
Sat 31/52:28 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop13h 29mFrontier
Deal found 27/4C$ 276
Thu 26/67:00 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop6h 44mSun Country Air
Sun 29/65:44 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop20h 33mSun Country Air
Deal found 28/4C$ 381
Wed 30/76:00 a.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop12h 10mJetBlue
Mon 4/811:05 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop10h 12mJetBlue
Deal found 28/4C$ 403
Sat 28/65:45 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/77:37 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 425
Tue 27/56:25 a.m.DTW - LAX
Nonstop4h 57mDelta
Tue 3/610:35 p.m.LAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 25mDelta
Deal found 28/4C$ 470
Sun 7/97:10 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Fri 12/95:15 a.m.LAX - DTW
2 stops10h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 27/4C$ 474
Wed 11/67:00 a.m.DTW - LAX
2 stops15h 14mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/66:00 a.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop20h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 27/4C$ 509
Tue 19/84:20 p.m.DTW - LAX
2 stops17h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 20/811:00 a.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4C$ 532

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

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 21/5

12:31 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

1 stop12h 04m

Los Angeles

Sat 31/5

9:59 a.m.-5:23 p.m.

Nonstop4h 24m

C$ 267

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 21/5

12:31 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

1 stop12h 04m

Los Angeles

Sat 31/5

2:28 p.m.-6:57 a.m.

1 stop13h 29m

C$ 290

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 21/5

7:00 a.m.-8:54 a.m.

Nonstop4h 54m

Los Angeles

Fri 30/5

12:35 a.m.-10:07 a.m.

1 stop6h 32m

C$ 312

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 26/6

7:00 p.m.-10:44 p.m.

1 stop6h 44m

Los Angeles

Sun 29/6

5:44 p.m.-5:17 p.m.

1 stop20h 33m

C$ 381

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/7

6:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

1 stop10h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 14/7

10:05 a.m.-11:47 p.m.

1 stop10h 42m

C$ 403

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 28/6

5:45 p.m.-9:54 p.m.

1 stop7h 09m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/7

7:37 p.m.-5:54 a.m.

1 stop7h 17m

C$ 425

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 27/5

6:25 a.m.-8:22 a.m.

Nonstop4h 57m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/6

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

Nonstop4h 25m

C$ 470

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/6

7:00 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

2 stops11h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/7

7:00 a.m.-5:03 a.m.

1 stop19h 03m

C$ 517

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 14/8

7:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

1 stop7h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 19/8

6:15 a.m.-6:25 p.m.

2 stops9h 10m

C$ 527

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/8

8:50 a.m.-1:23 p.m.

1 stop7h 33m

Los Angeles

Sat 16/8

12:08 a.m.-10:05 a.m.

1 stop6h 57m

C$ 581

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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 to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit 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 25 April 2025.

Booking 40 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit to Los Angeles. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles (average of C$ 230). Flying from Detroit 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 DTT 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 29 April 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit 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 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 30 March 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit 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 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 29 April 2025.

The most flights from DTT to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 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 29 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Detroit to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 All airports to Los Angeles. There are 24 flights from All airports (DTT) to Los Angeles (LAX) per day to choose from. Flights to Los Angeles from All airports are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 54m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to Los Angeles typically takes.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at C$ 245. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Sun Country Air, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 276 and C$ 381, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 146. Spirit Airlines flights start at C$ 147 while deals on Southwest start at C$ 177 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    Consider LATAM Airlines (89%), ITA Airways (86%) or China Southern (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit to Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 360 for a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 219 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Los Angeles) is currently priced at C$ 344.

  • 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 to Los Angeles?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles (average of C$ 230). Flying from Detroit 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$ 174AverageC$ 281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapestC$ 177AverageC$ 257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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