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$59+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to California

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DTT — LAX
Dec 13 — Dec 201
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to California

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Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$134
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$59
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$396

Good round-trip deal

$285 or less

Good one-way deal

$217 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Tue 11/2510:29 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop19h 19mFrontier
Thu 12/411:15 amSNA - DTW
1 stop26h 04mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$137
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Tue 11/2510:29 pmDTW - ONT
1 stop18h 57mFrontier
Thu 12/412:04 pmONT - DTW
1 stop25h 15mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$137
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Thu 12/412:20 pmDTW - ONT
1 stop29h 05mFrontier
Sat 12/63:20 pmONT - DTW
1 stop21h 59mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$138
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Fri 12/125:20 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop22h 22mFrontier
Fri 12/1910:30 amSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 21mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$141
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Fri 12/125:20 pmDTW - ONT
1 stop24h 05mFrontier
Thu 12/186:17 pmONT - DTW
1 stop9h 37mFrontier
Deal found 11/13$141
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Thu 12/412:20 pmDTW - ONT
1 stop29h 05mFrontier
Sun 12/72:59 pmONT - DTW
1 stop17h 00mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$142
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Thu 12/1810:56 amDTW - ONT
1 stop7h 25mFrontier
Thu 12/256:45 amONT - DTW
1 stop6h 34mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$143
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Sat 12/207:50 amDTW - SNA
1 stop13h 20mFrontier
Sat 12/276:55 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop8h 59mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$144
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Thu 12/187:50 amDTW - BUR
1 stop12h 06mFrontier
Fri 12/197:11 pmBUR - DTW
1 stop8h 43mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$144
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Thu 12/185:14 pmDTW - ONT
1 stop9h 45mFrontier
Mon 1/56:00 pmONT - DTW
1 stop9h 54mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$144
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Sun 12/145:20 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop22h 22mFrontier
Thu 12/1811:52 amSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 14mFrontier
Deal found 11/10$145
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Thu 11/2710:29 pmDTW - ONT
1 stop18h 57mFrontier
Sun 11/3012:58 amONT - DTW
1 stop20h 52mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$145

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to California that are best for you.

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DetroitOntario

DTW - ONT

DTWONT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/1

10:29 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop25h 48m

Ontario

Sat 12/6

3:20 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop21h 59m

$137

DetroitReno

DTW - RNO

DTWRNO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/20

8:46 pm-12:36 pm

2 stops42h 50m

Reno

Sat 12/27

1:34 pm-6:54 am

1 stop14h 20m

$168

DetroitOntario

DTW - ONT

DTWONT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/1

7:50 am-9:17 pm

1 stop16h 27m

Ontario

Tue 1/13

7:15 am-9:56 pm

2 stops11h 41m

$177

DetroitOntario

DTW - ONT

DTWONT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/10

6:48 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop26h 47m

Ontario

Sun 12/14

2:59 pm-10:59 am

1 stop17h 00m

$186

DetroitOntario

DTW - ONT

DTWONT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/27

5:45 am-11:11 am

1 stop8h 26m

Ontario

Thu 11/27

3:31 pm-6:07 pm

2 stops23h 36m

$186

DetroitReno

DTW - RNO

DTWRNO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/1

7:50 am-1:42 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Reno

Wed 1/7

2:37 pm-3:48 pm

2 stops22h 11m

$220

DetroitReno

DTW - RNO

DTWRNO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/28

7:15 pm-10:40 am

1 stop18h 25m

Reno

Sun 2/1

8:38 pm-11:10 am

2 stops11h 32m

$232

DetroitOntario

DTW - ONT

DTWONT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/23

10:01 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop28h 58m

Ontario

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-6:54 am

1 stop21h 54m

$238

DetroitOntario

DTW - ONT

DTWONT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/24

5:45 am-11:57 pm

1 stop21h 12m

Ontario

Wed 11/26

5:06 pm-6:05 am

1 stop9h 59m

$238

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/17

6:30 pm-8:08 pm

Nonstop4h 38m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/19

11:15 pm-6:08 am

Nonstop3h 53m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to California

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to California (average of $104). Flying from Detroit to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $159). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 13, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit to California at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to California. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to California flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to California. 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 November 13, 2025.

The most flights from DTT to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated November 13, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Detroit to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Detroit to California Travel Guide

If you’re heading to the southern half of California then flying into LAX makes sense. The airport is the second busiest in the United States. It serves more than 87 million passengers every year. You’ll find the airport is southwest of the LA downtown area by about 18 miles. The land it covers totals about 3,500 acres. This airport services international flights from all over the world and is a portal for Americans traveling out to other countries, especially in Asia and Europe.

San Francisco International Airport is found in San Mateo County. It’s just south of central downtown San Francisco by 13 miles. This is another connection point for international flights going out or coming in across the Pacific Ocean. The airport is the second busiest on in the state.

Many of the stopovers from Detroit to San Francisco are in the same places as for LAX. You will also find a few in Salt Lake City, Minneapolis, or even Newark.

Related info for your journey

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  • How do I know if an airline is using sustainable practices?

    Those flying from Detroit to California may want to look for flights bearing the SAF certification. These aircraft use sustainable aviation gas which emits less carbon dioxide into the atmosphere than those using petroleum-based fuel. Additionally, if fuel efficiency is a concern, you might think about boarding a more technologically sophisticated aircraft. These aircraft often consume less fuel than older aircraft with inefficient engines. These are the primary things to think about if you want to take a flight that is more environmentally friendly on this route.

  • Are there an alternative means of transport from Detroit to California?

    A flight is a more environmentally-friendly option if you want to get from Detroit to California. This is so that an airplane carrying many people will consume less energy than a PSV carrying fewer passengers. Therefore, to reduce environmental pollution, consider taking a flight along this route. However, ensure that the flight you are taking is more fuel efficient to reduce emissions. Additionally, you can decide to travel via Amtrak trains which are more sustainable compared to trains as most of them are electrically powered producing clean energy.

  • Do the airports in California offer any sustainability practices?

    Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in California is implementing new policies to ensure sustainability. Sustainable alternative jet fuels (SAJFs), like the biofuels and electricity utilized at LAX, can reduce pollutants and environmental emissions by up to 50% and 80%, respectively, when burned. LAX has also launched an automated electric train system for easy navigation of the airport staff and passengers. On the other hand, Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is implementing innovative systems and the use of state-of-the-art technology to contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and noise pollution.

  • What airports serve Detroit to California flights?

    If you’re taking a trip to California that leaves out of Detroit, you’ll be boarding your plane at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and heading out to a number of different airports. Detroit’s airport serves flights going to several locations in the state of California. Two of the most popular choices though are Los Angeles International Airport, or LAX, and San Francisco International Airport.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Detroit to California?

    There are direct flights from Detroit to LAX on Spirit Airlines and Delta. The flight time is just minutes shy of five hours. For non-stop flights between Detroit and San Francisco, you can fly with United and Delta. These flights run about 5h 15m. You’ll find it’s sometimes a little cheaper to fly to Los Angeles and there are few more options for that route.

  • What are the stopover options between Detroit to California?

    The stopovers with American Airlines are typically in Chicago at O’Hare. They range from under an hour to just over three hours. Spirit Airlines has a flight that stops in Atlanta, as well as one that stops in Las Vegas. Alaska Airlines offers a flight with a stop in Seattle. United stops in Denver sometimes, and Chicago on other flights. The stopovers are usually around an hour. You may also find stops in Dallas, Houston, or Phoenix.

  • Do I need a passport or a visa to fly from Detroit to California?

    There is no requirement for a passport or a visa for this flight route. It’s a domestic flight. You’ll need an ID to show at the airport when you arrive.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to California?

    For a flight from Detroit to California, you will be flying from All airports. Detroit All airports (DTT) is just 0.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to California?

    Airlines like Frontier, Delta, and Alaska Airlines fly from Detroit to California in about 4h 38m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21h 10m. The distance between Detroit and California is about 1744 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to California one-way?

    $71 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $80 and $155, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit to California?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to California?

    Consider EL AL (100%), China Eastern (98%) or Spirit Airlines (94%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit to California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to California?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit to California is $119. On average you can expect to pay $544. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), can usually be booked for $84.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to California 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 California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to California (average of $104). Flying from Detroit to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $159). 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Detroit to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$125Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$128Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$260Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$267Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

Helpful tips for your next trip to California

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to California. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • The route from Detroit to California is operated by prestigious airlines, including United and American which, have implemented policies to support sustainability. These airlines actively look for ways to replace traditional petroleum-based gasoline with SAF.
  • By choosing a direct flight for your trip from Detroit to California, you can lessen your carbon footprint. You could also consider avoiding the usage of plastic bags which pollutes the environment.
  • The Wayne County Airport Authority Department of Environment & Sustainability (E&S) in Detroit has implemented sustainability management policies through energy efficiency measures and eliminating waste production at Detroit Metropolitan Airport.

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