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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles from C$ 164

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 23/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LAX
23 May — 30 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles Los Angeles are usually found in August or July, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday 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 23 April 2026.

Sat 23/57:53 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop28h 17m
Frontier
Wed 27/59:40 a.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop11h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 21/4C$ 280
Sat 23/510:01 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/59:40 a.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop11h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4C$ 283
Thu 4/62:40 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop12h 19m
Frontier
Tue 9/69:43 a.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop11h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 22/4C$ 288
Sat 23/57:55 a.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop10h 41m
Frontier
Tue 26/59:40 a.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop11h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 22/4C$ 299
Tue 5/52:54 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop9h 12m
Frontier
Wed 13/510:05 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop6h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 22/4C$ 301
Thu 23/46:09 a.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop10h 26m
American Airlines
Mon 27/411:59 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop7h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/4C$ 303
Fri 8/58:52 a.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop12h 09m
Frontier
Tue 12/510:05 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop6h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 22/4C$ 305
Thu 7/58:52 a.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop12h 09m
Frontier
Wed 13/510:05 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop6h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 22/4C$ 310
Sat 9/58:52 a.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop12h 09m
Frontier
Wed 13/510:05 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop6h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 22/4C$ 313
Sat 23/51:20 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop13h 56m
Frontier
Thu 28/510:05 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop6h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 21/4C$ 314

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 23 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 280

One-way from

C$ 164

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 482

Good round-trip deal

C$ 454 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 23/5-27/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 36m total
  • Detroit to Los Angeles
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 23/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 58m total
  • Detroit to Los Angeles
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 18/10

7:00 a.m.-2:56 p.m.

1 stop10h 56m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 24/10

5:15 p.m.-5:05 a.m.

1 stop8h 50m

C$ 397

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/10

7:00 a.m.-2:56 p.m.

1 stop10h 56m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 17/10

3:10 p.m.-5:05 a.m.

1 stop10h 55m

C$ 397

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/5

10:01 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

Nonstop4h 58m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 10/5

11:14 p.m.-6:34 a.m.

Nonstop4h 20m

C$ 540
Quickest round-trip

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 24/6

11:06 a.m.-12:47 p.m.

Nonstop4h 41m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 28/6

10:39 p.m.-6:00 a.m.

Nonstop4h 21m

C$ 560

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/6

8:45 a.m.-10:37 a.m.

Nonstop4h 52m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 6/6

5:35 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Nonstop4h 25m

C$ 572

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/7

6:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

2 stops9h 00m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 21/7

6:45 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

2 stops9h 45m

C$ 615

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/8

5:55 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

2 stops9h 55m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 11/8

9:00 a.m.-8:30 p.m.

2 stops8h 30m

C$ 615

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/6

6:08 p.m.-10:25 a.m.

2 stops19h 17m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 6/6

6:00 a.m.-5:12 p.m.

1 stop8h 12m

C$ 616

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 30/9

12:55 p.m.-6:45 p.m.

2 stops8h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 7/10

9:30 a.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops8h 55m

C$ 650

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/9

7:00 a.m.-5:22 p.m.

2 stops13h 22m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 10/9

8:00 a.m.-5:23 a.m.

1 stop18h 23m

C$ 669

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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 17 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles is 83 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles (average of C$ 363). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 512). 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 23 April 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 46% 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 18 April 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. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

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 23 April 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
8,439 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
8,439 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,439 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
8,634 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,439 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
2,980 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,439 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

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 Los Angeles. There are 20 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 41m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to Los Angeles 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 4h 52m. 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$ 90. 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$ 408, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 79% 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 China Eastern (88%), Air France (83%) or LATAM Airlines (82%) 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$ 308. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Los Angeles Los Angeles) can be booked for C$ 316 on average, our data indicates C$ 550 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles (average of C$ 363). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 512). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapestC$ 90AverageC$ 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 148AverageC$ 298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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