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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles from C$ 140

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LAX
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles are usually found in February or August, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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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 26 January 2026.

Tue 24/36:32 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 01m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 31/34:07 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop9h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 25/1C$ 253
Thu 19/26:00 a.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop7h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/29:31 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
Nonstop4h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/1C$ 256
Sat 14/36:32 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 01m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 21/39:49 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
Nonstop4h 16m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 25/1C$ 257
Thu 26/26:14 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 1/39:31 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
Nonstop4h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 24/1C$ 260
Fri 13/310:35 a.m.
DTW
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 04m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 30/31:35 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
Nonstop4h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 262
Fri 6/36:14 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 13/34:07 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop9h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 25/1C$ 264
Fri 27/210:59 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop16h 39m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 2/34:07 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop9h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 23/1C$ 268
Tue 17/36:32 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 01m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 24/39:49 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
Nonstop4h 16m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 25/1C$ 270
Sat 7/25:00 a.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop10h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 15/29:31 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
Nonstop4h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 24/1C$ 278
Mon 9/26:45 a.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop14h 12m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/39:12 a.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop6h 08m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 24/1C$ 279

Find 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 26 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 253

One-way from

C$ 140

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 415

Good round-trip deal

C$ 343 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 171 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 24/3-31/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 29m total
  • Detroit to Los Angeles
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 7/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 22m total
  • Detroit to Los Angeles
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Detroit

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Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/3

6:14 p.m.-8:25 p.m.

Nonstop5h 11m

Los Angeles

Fri 13/3

9:49 p.m.-5:05 a.m.

Nonstop4h 16m

C$ 262

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/2

6:50 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

2 stops8h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 18/2

7:50 a.m.-8:25 p.m.

2 stops9h 35m

C$ 415

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/2

1:40 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops10h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

7:50 a.m.-8:25 p.m.

2 stops9h 35m

C$ 415

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 13/3

8:34 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

Nonstop5h 11m

Los Angeles

Mon 23/3

11:30 p.m.-6:54 a.m.

Nonstop4h 24m

C$ 464

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 31/3

8:34 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

Nonstop5h 11m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/4

11:30 p.m.-6:54 a.m.

Nonstop4h 24m

C$ 464

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/4

6:59 p.m.-9:07 p.m.

Nonstop5h 08m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/4

9:40 p.m.-5:00 a.m.

Nonstop4h 20m

C$ 464

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/3

8:34 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

Nonstop5h 11m

Los Angeles

Tue 24/3

3:40 p.m.-10:54 p.m.

Nonstop4h 14m

C$ 464

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/3

8:34 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

Nonstop5h 11m

Los Angeles

Tue 31/3

11:30 p.m.-6:54 a.m.

Nonstop4h 24m

C$ 464

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 15/6

7:07 p.m.-10:49 p.m.

1 stop6h 42m

Los Angeles

Sat 20/6

11:59 p.m.-9:04 a.m.

1 stop6h 05m

C$ 473

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 28/2

4:45 p.m.-10:20 p.m.

2 stops8h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/3

7:50 a.m.-8:25 p.m.

2 stops9h 35m

C$ 483

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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 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles is 74 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles (average of C$ 141). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 218). 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 26 January 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 43% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 24 January 2026.

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

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 26 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Spirit Airlines, andFrontier from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles. 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,113 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,113 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,113 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,379 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,113 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

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
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,058 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,113 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

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 Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles. There are 17 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. 5h 11m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to Los Angeles typically takes.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

    Departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles will take you 5h 11m. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Los Angeles are separated by a distance of 3177 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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$ 148 and C$ 355, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 78% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Consider American Airlines (100%), Spirit Airlines (80%) or LATAM Airlines (79%) 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$ 77. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Los Angeles) can be booked for C$ 240 on average, our data indicates C$ 414 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles (average of C$ 141). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 218). 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$ 287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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