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C$ 133 Find Cheap Flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

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Cheap Flight Deals from Detroit to Los Angeles (DTW-LAX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit to Los Angeles that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit to Los Angeles.
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Spirit Airlines Logo
7:00 a.m. - 8:54 a.m.DTW-LAX
4h 54mdirect
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:59 a.m. - 5:23 p.m.LAX-DTW
4h 24mdirect
C$ 231Spirit Airlines
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Tue, 20 May - Tue, 27 May
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:00 a.m. - 8:54 a.m.DTW-LAX
4h 54mdirect
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:59 a.m. - 5:23 p.m.LAX-DTW
4h 24mdirect
C$ 242Spirit Airlines
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Thu, 22 May - Fri, 30 May
Frontier Logo
3:58 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.DTW-LAX
8h 37m1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:05 p.m. - 5:20 a.m.LAX-DTW
6h 15m1 stop
C$ 245Frontier
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Tue, 6 May - Tue, 13 May
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9:59 p.m. - 7:52 p.m.DTW-LAX
24h 53m1 stop
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9:26 p.m. - 4:43 a.m.LAX-DTW
4h 17mdirect
C$ 267
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Thu, 29 May - Mon, 2 Jun
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9:59 p.m. - 12:06 p.m.DTW-LAX
17h 07m1 stop
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9:26 p.m. - 4:43 a.m.LAX-DTW
4h 17mdirect
C$ 276
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Thu, 22 May - Fri, 30 May
Frontier Logo
8:00 a.m. - 4:35 p.m.DTW-LAX
11h 35m1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:05 p.m. - 10:29 a.m.LAX-DTW
12h 24m1 stop
C$ 325Frontier
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Sat, 17 May - Fri, 23 May
Sun Country Air Logo
6:24 p.m. - 10:49 p.m.DTW-LAX
7h 25m1 stop
Sun Country Air Logo
11:59 p.m. - 10:28 a.m.LAX-DTW
7h 29m1 stop
C$ 366Sun Country Air
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Sun, 25 May - Sun, 1 Jun
Sun Country Air Logo
11:28 a.m. - 10:49 p.m.DTW-LAX
14h 21m1 stop
Sun Country Air Logo
11:55 p.m. - 10:13 a.m.LAX-DTW
7h 18m1 stop
C$ 380Sun Country Air
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Mon, 2 Jun - Thu, 12 Jun
Delta Logo
8:45 p.m. - 10:43 p.m.DTW-LAX
4h 58mdirect
Delta Logo
2:45 p.m. - 10:16 p.m.LAX-DTW
4h 31mdirect
C$ 469Delta
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Thu, 3 Jul - Mon, 14 Jul
Delta Logo
6:30 p.m. - 8:32 p.m.DTW-LAX
5h 02mdirect
Delta Logo
12:20 a.m. - 7:52 a.m.LAX-DTW
4h 32mdirect
C$ 510Delta
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Wed, 4 Jun - Sun, 8 Jun

Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Los Angeles

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seat offers 28 cm more legroom, providing a more spacious experience for a fee.


Spirit's Wi-Fi offers gate-to-gate connectivity, ensuring continuous online access throughout your flight.

Delta

Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on domestic flights, enhancing connectivity during travel.


Delta's Comfort Plus seats offer up to 8 cm extra legroom, ideal for added comfort on medium-haul flights.

Read more about Deltaby Stefanie Waldek
Airports
DTW

For early-morning departures, consider staying at an airport hotel offering parking deals and shuttle service to DTW.

Read more about DTWby Ramsey Qubein
LAX

For quick city access, use the LAX FlyAway bus to Downtown L.A. or Van Nuys, offering convenient connections.

Read more about LAXby Stefanie Waldek
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Joe Cortez

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Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez is a seasoned managing editor in aviation with over a decade of industry experience. His work has been featured on prominent platforms such as FlyerTalk and TripSavvy, establishing him as a respected voice in aviation journalism.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta and LAX

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Los Angeles flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to Los Angeles to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Detroit to Los Angeles, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Los Angeles, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Thursday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles is January, where tickets cost C$ 326 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 549 and C$ 481 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of C$ 1,385, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

April

High season

June

Cheapest flight

C$ 133
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flight from Detroit to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Detroit to Los Angeles flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles was C$ 96 for a one-way ticket and C$ 167 for a round-trip.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Detroit to Los Angeles flight route: Delta, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Aeromexico, AeroMexico Connect, and United Airlines.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    The Airbus A320 (sharklets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Detroit to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Detroit and Los Angeles.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    There are direct flights from Detroit to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles, Delta or Spirit Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles are Delta and Spirit Airlines. With an average price for the route of C$ 489 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. Spirit Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 281 and an overall rating of 6.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Detroit to Los Angeles.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from Detroit is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles from Detroit up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 290 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles

Monday

Aeromexico,Air France,China Eastern, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +9 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico,Air France,China Eastern, +7 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +8 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico,Air France,China Eastern, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +9 more

Thursday

Aeromexico,Air France,China Eastern, +7 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +8 more

Friday

Aeromexico,Air France,China Eastern, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +9 more

Saturday

Aeromexico,Air France,China Eastern, +7 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +8 more

Sunday

Aeromexico,Air France,China Eastern, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +9 more

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Aeromexico,Air France,China Eastern, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +9 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico,Air France,China Eastern, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +9 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico,Air France,China Eastern, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +9 more

Thursday

Aeromexico,Air France,China Eastern, +7 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +8 more

Friday

Aeromexico,Air France,China Eastern, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +9 more

Saturday

Aeromexico,Air France,China Eastern, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +9 more

Sunday

Aeromexico,Air France,China Eastern, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +9 more

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Top 3 airlines serving from Detroit to Los Angeles

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Detroit to Los Angeles. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Detroit to Los Angeles? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 7920 reviews
7.9Entertainment
7.9Comfort
8.5Crew
8.2Boarding
7.3Food
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This had nothing to do with Delta… The flights were on time and flawless. The service was excellent. We purchased seats in (aisle/middle) comfort plus since this was a cross country flight. Unfortunately, the woman seated at the window was 300+ pounds and, as might be expected, covered up about a third of the middle seat also. there was absolutely nothing that Delta could have done about that… I just don’t know what the answer should be. If you purchase a seat, you should should be able to use the entire seat and not just the portion that someone else is not sitting/oozing in. Disappointing…there should be something that could be done….I'm just not sure what solution could be.

10.0 ExcellentGary, Apr 2025TPA - LAX
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This had nothing to do with Delta… The flights were on time and flawless. The service was excellent. We purchased seats in (aisle/middle) comfort plus since this was a cross country flight. Unfortunately, the woman seated at the window was 300+ pounds and, as might be expected, covered up about a third of the middle seat also. there was absolutely nothing that Delta could have done about that… I just don’t know what the answer should be. If you purchase a seat, you should should be able to use the entire seat and not just the portion that someone else is not sitting/oozing in. Disappointing…there should be something that could be done….I'm just not sure what solution could be.

I love the free WiFi!! Crew was nice. Bathroom was decent. First time flying delta in a long time and I enjoyed it. Will definitely look into booking with Delta more but I think Delta is a little more expensive than the other airlines.

Kind staff. Snacks are small but that’s the new normal.

If I pay extra for "comfort+" I expect leg room where I can stretch my legs. I was seated with an attendant's seat blocking my feet. Knee space was fine but my feet had less room than the non-"comfort+" seats. Also, don't go cheap on food when you have flights of 3+ hours. It's insulting.

Only one side of the heafphone jack work. Crew was friendly and helpful.

Was unsure of this flight due to high winds in CVG from Hurricane Helene. Crew did a great job of getting us to CVG safely.

Since it wasn’t a Delta flight, I was not able to sit with my group and there was no entertainment.

Three adults, three children. They did not give us seats together. Two seats together, in row 23, one in 13, one in 14, one in 10, and one in 17. When we got on the plane, the crew tried to ask people to move but basically threw up their hands. One person moved so we had two pairs of seats together. The 1.5 year old sat on a parent's lap (despite having paid for his own seat).

the fight attendants were great and i appreciated that they had season 1 of The Wire from HBO as a viewing option

AC barely worked on a 50 minute flight. It was very warm the whole flight. Flight was very bumpy and hard landing.

Worst airline ever! The guy weighing my bag had his foot on the metal plate and when I called him out on it, I got this stupid little smirk. La is a scam and so is Spirit Airlines. All the flight attendants looked like they hated our flight just as much as we did.

My flight was good from my wheelchair assist to the plan & my exit.

Spirit is awful. Too expensive for what you get. Stop nickel and diming.

would be great to get basic water, soda at least and stop charging for carry ons

Your crew is a representation of your Standards and Values. The crew from Seattle to LAX, was very disappointing. The crew was more interested in hanging out at the lobby area. Talking, laughing loudly and eating all the snacks. They did not do regular rounds to see if customers needed anything. This was a huge disappointment. I will no longer be flying with your airlines moving forward.

- flight attendants not very friendly. - Paid for WiFi and plane didn’t have it working , never got a refund.

We got to fly on the new airplane. Much better as it’s roomier and cleaner than before. Most Importantly it’s much more comfortable. I still can’t move the seat back but the extra space made up for it. I didn’t taste the food or drinks because they charge for everything so I didn’t bother. I didn’t experience the entertainment because I downloaded my own movies on my phone. The crew was great. The flight itself was smooth . No complaints.

I thought since I upgraded my seat I would get some perks. Free water, free snacks. Free carry on luggage.

It’s ridiculous to pay for carry-on luggage. I also wasn’t given an option to specify I have carry on bag at time of ticket purchase. I also could not specify I have carry on luggage at time of online check-in.

Delayed fight LAS to LAX. OK, fog in LA, not your fault. But all your staff, onboard in in lounge, speak so fast, enunciate so poorly and often have a accent that it is impossible to understanding anything they are saying.

Not very good. Paid in excess of $400 for assigned seating for my family and that was not provided. I want that money back.

The seats were hard molded plastic covered in plastic vinyl. And the scam to charge people extra to sit together. Don’t they know we can just ask someone to trade seats. And watching the staff separate young children from parents… super classy. We had to guilt them into offering up our seats. This companies policies suck. Don’t give them your money.

The seats were awful, hard plastic covered in sheet vinyl. The airline tries to scam you into paying extra to get seat together when the flight wasn’t full. They were going to separate a family with young children but my wife who had a row to herself gave up her seat so the young mom could be with her young boys. I’m never giving this airline my money again.

It was a short flight so no food or entertainment….

Seats are uncomfortable but price is good. Guess I can put up with misery for four hours.

I’ve never traveled on Frontier before. If you want basic, no frills, friendly service at great prices then give them a fly!

Cancelled and declined to find alternatives Earlier flight is 2 days later Sent the cancellation notification very late, wish I knew earlier would have stayed to watch the Miami open final game Very disappointing service

The worst flight of my life. Never will I fly frontier again

Landing in terminal 2, but my luggage is terminal 3. We (and others) were looking for it in terminal 1. We probably missed the crew broadcast, but the communication could have been clearer for non native (or elderly) passengers.

I chose the seats when booked the flight and paid for them. However after checking in I found we were assigned different seats!

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