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Cheap flights from Detroit to Los Angeles from C$ 219

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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — LAX
18 Jul — 25 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Los Angeles are usually found in August or September, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 18 June 2026.

Tue 15/912:10 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop11h 58m
JetBlue
Wed 30/98:25 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop11h 55m
JetBlue
Deal found 15/6C$ 377
Tue 25/82:58 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop11h 42m
JetBlue
Tue 1/99:48 a.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop11h 10m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/6C$ 389
Tue 18/82:02 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop11h 51m
Frontier
Wed 19/88:15 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop7h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 15/6C$ 391
Tue 8/96:00 a.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop8h 25m
JetBlue
Mon 14/910:20 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop10h 00m
JetBlue
Deal found 15/6C$ 404
Tue 1/96:45 a.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop10h 28m
Frontier
Wed 2/98:15 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop7h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 13/6C$ 407
Thu 27/86:00 a.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop8h 25m
JetBlue
Tue 1/99:48 a.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop11h 10m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/6C$ 415
Fri 11/95:30 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop10h 25m
JetBlue
Mon 14/98:25 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop11h 55m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/6C$ 432
Mon 14/95:30 p.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop10h 25m
JetBlue
Mon 21/910:20 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop10h 00m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/6C$ 433
Wed 9/98:00 a.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop9h 15m
JetBlue
Mon 14/98:25 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop11h 55m
JetBlue
Deal found 15/6C$ 436
Mon 13/78:52 a.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop11h 38m
Frontier
Tue 21/711:00 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop9h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 17/6C$ 438
Fri 21/87:45 a.m.
DTW
-
LAX
1 stop9h 24m
Frontier
Wed 26/811:03 p.m.
LAX
-
DTW
1 stop9h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 17/6C$ 440

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 18 June 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 377

One-way from

C$ 219

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 568
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  • JetBlue
  • 15/9-30/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 53m total
  • Detroit to Los Angeles
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JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 12/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 30m total
  • Detroit to Los Angeles
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 17/8

8:55 a.m.-2:25 p.m.

2 stops8h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 24/8

9:40 a.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops8h 40m

C$ 669

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/11

6:50 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

2 stops8h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/12

6:10 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

2 stops9h 50m

C$ 720

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 20/7

4:00 p.m.-10:10 p.m.

2 stops9h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 21/7

10:25 a.m.-10:15 p.m.

2 stops8h 50m

C$ 720

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/7

1:25 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

2 stops10h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 20/7

10:00 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

2 stops9h 30m

C$ 720

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 31/8

6:20 a.m.-10:25 a.m.

1 stop7h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 4/9

9:15 a.m.-8:50 p.m.

2 stops8h 35m

C$ 734

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/9

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

2 stops9h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 14/9

8:45 a.m.-6:50 p.m.

1 stop7h 05m

C$ 734

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 13/7

1:25 p.m.-8:10 p.m.

2 stops9h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 21/7

10:25 a.m.-10:15 p.m.

2 stops8h 50m

C$ 769
Quickest round-trip

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 22/8

6:25 p.m.-8:09 p.m.

Nonstop4h 44m

Los Angeles

Fri 28/8

9:40 a.m.-5:05 p.m.

Nonstop4h 25m

C$ 770

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/11

8:32 a.m.-10:45 a.m.

Nonstop5h 13m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/12

11:45 a.m.-7:14 p.m.

Nonstop4h 29m

C$ 770

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/10

8:32 a.m.-10:45 a.m.

Nonstop5h 13m

Los Angeles

Sun 18/10

10:30 p.m.-6:00 a.m.

Nonstop4h 30m

C$ 770

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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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles (average of C$ 147). Flying from Detroit to Los Angeles in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,877). 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 18 June 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit to Los Angeles at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 60% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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 18 June 2026.

The most flights from DTT to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

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

How often are flights from Detroit to Los Angeles delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Detroit and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 153 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 14% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Booking 82 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 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 13 June 2026.

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.

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 18 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and Frontier 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.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,410 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

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
7.8
Good
8,410 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,410 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

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
5.6
Fair
2,880 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,410 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

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 18 flights from All airports (DTT) to Los Angeles (LAX) per day to choose from. Flights to Los Angeles from All airports are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 43m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to Los Angeles typically takes.

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

    Southwest can get you from Detroit to Los Angeles in just under 8h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Detroit to Los Angeles is about 3177 km.

  • 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$ 93. Another option worth looking into is Delta, starting at C$ 419 round trip. Frontier is currently priced 78% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Consider United Airlines (100%), LATAM Airlines (79%) or China Eastern (79%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit 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 to Los Angeles?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles (average of C$ 147). Flying from Detroit to Los Angeles in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,877). 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$ 93AverageC$ 325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 419AverageC$ 588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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