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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles from C$ 135

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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LAX
17 Jun — 24 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles are usually found in January or September, booked 44 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 12 June 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 234

One-way from

C$ 135

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 431

Good round-trip deal

C$ 300 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 185 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 23/8-2/9
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 11m total
  • Detroit to Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 2/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 46m total
  • Detroit to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (C$ 47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 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 12 June 2025.

Sat 23/81:45 p.m.DTW - LAX
Nonstop4h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 2/95:30 a.m.LAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/6C$ 234
Thu 28/89:02 a.m.DTW - LAX
Nonstop4h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/83:30 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop6h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6C$ 239
Wed 2/78:30 a.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop26h 08mFrontier
Sun 6/77:45 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop16h 43mFrontier
Deal found 11/6C$ 335
Fri 4/710:05 a.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop13h 52mSun Country Air
Thu 10/711:55 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop6h 16mSun Country Air
Deal found 10/6C$ 362
Thu 11/912:16 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop9h 49mJetBlue
Sun 14/911:59 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop8h 31mJetBlue
Deal found 10/6C$ 398
Wed 10/126:10 a.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Mon 15/126:00 a.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 10/6C$ 406
Sat 12/76:25 a.m.DTW - LAX
Nonstop4h 45mDelta
Mon 14/712:25 a.m.LAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 29mDelta
Deal found 9/6C$ 409
Tue 26/84:51 p.m.DTW - LAX
1 stop8h 57mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/93:40 p.m.LAX - DTW
1 stop10h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/6C$ 435

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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

Sat 23/8

1:45 p.m.-3:36 p.m.

Nonstop4h 51m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/9

5:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

Nonstop4h 20m

C$ 234

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 28/8

9:02 a.m.-10:56 a.m.

Nonstop4h 54m

Los Angeles

Sat 30/8

3:30 p.m.-12:44 a.m.

1 stop6h 14m

C$ 239

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/7

8:30 a.m.-7:38 a.m.

1 stop26h 08m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/7

7:45 p.m.-3:28 p.m.

1 stop16h 43m

C$ 335

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/7

10:05 a.m.-8:57 p.m.

1 stop13h 52m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/7

11:55 p.m.-9:11 a.m.

1 stop6h 16m

C$ 362

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/9

12:16 p.m.-7:05 p.m.

1 stop9h 49m

Los Angeles

Sun 14/9

11:59 p.m.-11:30 a.m.

1 stop8h 31m

C$ 398

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/7

6:25 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop4h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 14/7

12:25 a.m.-7:54 a.m.

Nonstop4h 29m

C$ 409

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 25/9

7:30 p.m.-11:40 p.m.

1 stop7h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 30/9

10:55 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

2 stops8h 35m

C$ 413

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 26/8

4:51 p.m.-10:48 p.m.

1 stop8h 57m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/9

3:40 p.m.-5:05 a.m.

1 stop10h 25m

C$ 435

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/7

9:37 a.m.-9:23 p.m.

1 stop14h 46m

C$ 135

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/7

10:05 a.m.-4:41 p.m.

1 stop9h 36m

C$ 196

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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 9 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles is 37 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$ 226). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 306). 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 12 June 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 12% 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 8 June 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 12 June 2025.

The most flights from DTW to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 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 12 June 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.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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 Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles. There are 23 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 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 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$ 234. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Sun Country Air, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 335 and C$ 362, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 41% 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 Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 135. Users have also found prices from C$ 196 and C$ 211 on Sun Country Air and Southwest, respectively.

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

    Consider KLM (95%), China Southern (91%) or LATAM Airlines (88%) 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$ 136. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Los Angeles) can be booked for C$ 228 on average our data indicates C$ 278 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$ 226). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 306). 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$ 176AverageC$ 282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapestC$ 177AverageC$ 254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 272AverageC$ 464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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