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$57+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to California

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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LAX
Jan 5 — Jan 121
Mon 1/5
Mon 1/12
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1511:44 amDTW - LAS
1 stop13h 51mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/2610:02 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop3h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$174
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1511:44 amDTW - LAS
1 stop8h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1811:59 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2110:01 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop13h 04mFrontier
Thu 12/2511:59 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop3h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/5$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1511:44 amDTW - LAS
1 stop13h 51mFrontier
Wed 12/1710:57 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop7h 51mFrontier
Deal found 12/4$182
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2010:01 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop13h 04mFrontier
Fri 12/2612:59 amLAS - DTW
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1511:44 amDTW - LAS
1 stop13h 51mFrontier
Tue 12/164:12 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop25h 54mFrontier
Deal found 12/4$185
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Wed 12/317:45 amDTW - LAS
1 stop16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/119:35 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop3h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/4$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1511:44 amDTW - LAS
1 stop8h 34mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/1510:08 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$194
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/225:49 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop18h 54mFrontier
Thu 12/2511:59 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop3h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$197
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/147:59 amDTW - LAS
1 stop12h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1710:57 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop7h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2010:01 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop13h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/2810:02 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop3h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2412:20 pmDTW - SAN
1 stop9h 55mFrontier
Mon 1/52:10 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop28h 48mFrontier
Deal found 12/5$213

Find flight deals from Detroit to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to California flight deals. Data was last updated December 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$126
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One-way from

$57
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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$406

Good round-trip deal

$288 or less

Good one-way deal

$157 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 December 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California that are best for you.

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Detroit

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DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/9

7:20 pm-2:54 pm

1 stop22h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/18

1:23 pm-11:24 am

1 stop19h 01m

$203

DetroitBurbank

DTW - BUR

DTWBUR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/17

9:01 am-4:41 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Burbank Bob Hope

Fri 1/23

9:08 am-6:25 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$211

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/22

7:20 pm-12:57 pm

1 stop20h 37m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

6:37 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops48h 52m

$212

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/8

9:30 am-11:15 am

Nonstop4h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/11

10:55 am-5:50 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$225

DetroitPalm Springs

DTW - PSP

DTWPSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/28

1:40 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops10h 10m

Palm Springs

Wed 2/11

5:45 am-9:25 pm

2 stops12h 40m

$227

DetroitPalm Springs

DTW - PSP

DTWPSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

4:45 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Palm Springs

Thu 1/15

11:12 am-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$237

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/27

9:20 am-11:10 am

Nonstop4h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 1/31

4:10 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$239

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/12

7:50 am-12:33 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/16

8:00 pm-6:20 am

1 stop7h 20m

$251

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/20

5:25 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/24

12:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$264

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

9:51 am-7:28 pm

1 stop12h 37m

San Diego

Sun 3/8

8:42 pm-8:59 am

1 stop9h 17m

$267

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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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California (average of $104). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $160). 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 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 December 6, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 12% 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 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 December 6, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to USCA are scheduled on a Friday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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 December 6, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,072 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,046 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,167 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Detroit to California. It is only a 17.3 mi journey to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from Detroit’s city center.

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

    Departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California will take you 4h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $63. Users have also found prices from $65 and $93 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California are Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Los Angeles and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Francisco.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California on time: EL AL (100%), China Eastern (98%), LATAM Airlines (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $694 for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California. The cheapest flight overall is $100 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) is currently priced at $115.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California (average of $104). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $160). 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 December 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$104Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$126Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$128Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
JetBlueCheapest$151Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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