Cheap flights from Detroit to Los Angeles from C$ 172

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 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — LAX
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Los Angeles are usually found in January or February, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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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 12 December 2025.

Thu 25/125:14 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop10h 16mFrontier
Mon 5/111:59 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop8h 53mFrontier
Deal found 10/12C$ 321
Thu 25/125:14 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop10h 16mFrontier
Wed 31/121:11 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop14h 43mFrontier
Deal found 10/12C$ 323
Sat 20/1210:01 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop12h 41mFrontier
Fri 26/129:15 a.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop7h 36mFrontier
Deal found 9/12C$ 348
Wed 24/125:49 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop27h 14mFrontier
Wed 31/121:11 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop14h 43mFrontier
Deal found 10/12C$ 352
Sat 20/1210:01 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop12h 41mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/129:20 p.m.LAX - DTW
2 stops11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12C$ 382
Thu 25/125:14 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop10h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/110:10 p.m.LAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12C$ 401
Thu 25/125:14 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop10h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1210:10 p.m.LAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12C$ 403
Wed 24/127:50 a.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Thu 1/16:34 a.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop25h 51mFrontier
Deal found 9/12C$ 404
Wed 24/1212:29 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop12h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1210:10 p.m.LAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12C$ 416
Thu 25/125:14 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop10h 16mFrontier
Sun 4/18:58 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop11h 27mFrontier
Deal found 10/12C$ 459

Find 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 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 305

One-way from

C$ 172

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 560

Good round-trip deal

C$ 329 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 31/1-22/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 45m total
  • Detroit to Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 17/3
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 01m total
  • Detroit to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (C$ 86 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 December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to Los Angeles.

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

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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 7/5

6:25 p.m.-12:57 a.m.

1 stop9h 32m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/5

9:30 a.m.-10:56 p.m.

1 stop10h 26m

C$ 434

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 29/1

5:15 p.m.-6:47 p.m.

2 stops28h 32m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

5:53 p.m.-4:19 p.m.

1 stop19h 26m

C$ 502

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/1

5:15 p.m.-10:58 p.m.

1 stop8h 43m

Los Angeles

Tue 20/1

1:34 p.m.-4:19 p.m.

2 stops23h 45m

C$ 502

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 13/2

5:22 p.m.-9:22 a.m.

2 stops19h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 17/2

5:00 p.m.-4:26 p.m.

1 stop20h 26m

C$ 516

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/1

5:15 p.m.-5:28 p.m.

2 stops27h 13m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/1

7:45 p.m.-4:19 p.m.

1 stop17h 34m

C$ 516

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/2

5:15 p.m.-9:02 a.m.

2 stops18h 47m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/2

4:00 p.m.-4:26 p.m.

1 stop21h 26m

C$ 528

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/2

5:15 p.m.-10:58 p.m.

1 stop8h 43m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/2

6:00 p.m.-4:26 p.m.

2 stops19h 26m

C$ 531

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 19/3

4:40 p.m.-7:32 a.m.

2 stops17h 52m

Los Angeles

Wed 25/3

7:55 p.m.-3:38 p.m.

1 stop16h 43m

C$ 536

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/2

5:15 p.m.-10:58 p.m.

1 stop8h 43m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/2

1:34 p.m.-4:19 p.m.

2 stops23h 45m

C$ 542

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 20/2

5:22 p.m.-8:55 a.m.

1 stop18h 33m

Los Angeles

Sun 22/2

8:00 p.m.-4:26 p.m.

2 stops17h 26m

C$ 543

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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 5 December 2025.

Booking 50 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles (average of C$ 142). Flying from Detroit to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 219). 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 12 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit to Los Angeles at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 6 December 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons 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 12 December 2025.

The most flights from DTT to LAX are scheduled on a Wednesday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to Los Angeles?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Detroit to Los Angeles chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 24% of one-stop itineraries from Detroit to Los Angeles on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 269.

What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Los Angeles, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 39m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 49m.

How often are flights from Detroit to Los Angeles delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Detroit and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 151 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

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

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, Spirit Airlines has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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 12 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andSpirit Airlines from Detroit to Los Angeles have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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 17 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. 5h 11m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to Los Angeles typically takes.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    JetBlue and Alaska Airlines can get you from Detroit to Los Angeles in just under 9h 32m. Your travel time can differ by up to 19h. The distance from Detroit to Los Angeles is about 3177 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at C$ 91. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 149 and C$ 357, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 77% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Consider EL AL (100%), China Eastern (98%) or LATAM Airlines (94%) 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$ 2,044 for a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 310 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Los Angeles) is currently priced at C$ 153.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles (average of C$ 142). Flying from Detroit to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 219). 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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FrontierCheapestC$ 91AverageC$ 267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 149AverageC$ 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 357AverageC$ 481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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