$60+ 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 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LAX
Mar 21 — Mar 281
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to CaliforniaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 19, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 19, 2026.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/159:59 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 4/171:55 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/16![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Tue 4/147:07 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/1810:26 am
LAS
- DTW
1 stop11h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$141
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 4/117:45 am
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/171:55 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 4/117:45 am
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/161:55 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$148
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/127:07 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 4/171:55 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$149
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/217:07 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 3/289:45 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$150
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Thu 5/289:59 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 6/11:55 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/16![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 4/47:07 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/811:56 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop4h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$152
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/159:59 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 4/182:07 pm
LAS
- DTW
1 stop12h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/16![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$155
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/66:15 am
DTW
- LAS
1 stop9h 35m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 5/1211:10 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop4h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Sun 4/191:02 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 4/281:55 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/15![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$157
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1010:35 am
DTW
- LAX
Nonstop5h 04m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 4/139:49 pm
LAX
- DTW
Nonstop4h 16m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$165
Best flights from Detroit to CaliforniaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 19, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 19, 2026.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/166:15 am
DTW
- LAS
1 stop9h 35m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 5/2111:10 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop4h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$157
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1710:05 am
DTW
- ONT
1 stop9h 33m
Frontier
Thu 4/235:33 pm
ONT
- DTW
1 stop25h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 2/17![Frontier logo]()
$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/186:30 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 22m
Delta
Mon 4/2011:01 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 50m
Delta
Deal found 2/16![Delta logo]()
$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2210:35 am
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 25m
Southwest
Sat 4/253:30 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop4h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/16![Southwest logo]()
$269
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/247:09 am
DTW
- ONT
1 stop29h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/63:24 pm
ONT
- DTW
1 stop11h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$283
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 4/116:32 pm
DTW
- SMF
1 stop15h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/1911:51 am
SMF
- DTW
1 stop14h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/187:10 am
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 20m
United Airlines
Sat 4/251:30 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/18![United Airlines logo]()
$289
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/112:57 pm
DTW
- LAS
1 stop11h 18m
JetBlue
Tue 4/78:55 pm
LAS
- DTW
1 stop10h 50m
JetBlue
Deal found 2/18![JetBlue logo]()
$290
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Wed 4/151:02 pm
DTW
- BUR
1 stop6h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/225:40 pm
BUR
- DTW
1 stop9h 35m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/16![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$180
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/1410:30 am
DTW
- SMF
1 stop14h 35m
American Airlines
Thu 3/1911:40 pm
SMF
- DTW
1 stop8h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/16![American Airlines logo]()
$376
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Thu 4/211:54 am
DTW
- LAS
1 stop8h 43m
Frontier
Tue 4/711:59 pm
LAS
- DTW
1 stop30h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 2/18![Frontier logo]()
$214
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/221:02 pm
DTW
- BUR
1 stop6h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 4/2812:16 pm
BUR
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$198
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/291:02 pm
DTW
- BUR
1 stop6h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 5/129:03 am
BUR
- DTW
1 stop8h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$198
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/911:54 am
DTW
- ONT
1 stop15h 02m
Frontier
Sat 4/116:20 am
ONT
- DTW
1 stop25h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 2/15![Frontier logo]()
$224
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/166:14 pm
DTW
- LAX
Nonstop4h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 4/179:49 pm
LAX
- DTW
Nonstop4h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/16![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1110:40 am
DTW
- LAS
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Wed 4/1510:50 am
LAS
- DTW
2 stops7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 2/16![Southwest logo]()
$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/1111:54 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Sun 3/159:44 pm
SAN
- DTW
2 stops20h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 2/18![Frontier logo]()
$226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/178:15 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 31m
Delta
Tue 3/2411:00 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 45m
Delta
Deal found 2/16![Delta logo]()
$279
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 2/258:30 am
DTW
- LAX
1 stop17h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/29:31 pm
LAX
- DTW
Nonstop4h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/86:00 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop7h 38m
United Airlines
Fri 4/171:30 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/16![United Airlines logo]()
$299
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/279:59 pm
DTW
- BUR
1 stop13h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/212:16 pm
BUR
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/15![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$206
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Thu 3/125:22 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop9h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/175:31 pm
OAK
- DTW
1 stop19h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/281:40 pm
DTW
- LAS
2 stops9h 20m
Southwest
Fri 5/13:15 pm
LAS
- DTW
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/17![Southwest logo]()
$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Fri 2/276:15 pm
DTW
- LAS
1 stop8h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/59:35 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/147:00 am
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 26m
United Airlines
Tue 3/175:05 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop6h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/18![United Airlines logo]()
$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/318:15 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 31m
Delta
Mon 4/611:00 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 45m
Delta
Deal found 2/16![Delta logo]()
$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/48:30 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop16h 11m
Frontier
Mon 3/99:18 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop10h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 2/18![Frontier logo]()
$249
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/49:59 pm
DTW
- BUR
1 stop13h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 5/1112:16 pm
BUR
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/15![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$206
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Fri 4/245:14 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop8h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 4/266:20 am
OAK
- DTW
1 stop20h 24m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2510:40 am
DTW
- LAS
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Tue 4/2811:20 am
LAS
- DTW
2 stops6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 2/17![Southwest logo]()
$299
Last-minute flights from Detroit to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to California. Data last updated February 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to California. Data last updated February 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/45:08 pm
DTW
- LAS
1 stop8h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1011:21 am
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$162
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/77:15 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 38m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/119:45 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/15![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$148
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/77:15 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 38m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/109:45 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/16![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$151
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/99:01 am
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 40m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/119:45 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/16![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Tue 3/106:00 am
DTW
- LAS
1 stop9h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/179:45 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$160
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/107:15 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 38m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/179:45 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/15![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$164
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/147:07 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/189:45 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/16![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Tue 3/176:00 am
DTW
- LAS
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/259:45 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Tue 3/176:00 am
DTW
- LAS
1 stop14h 45m
Frontier
Mon 3/2312:59 am
LAS
- DTW
1 stop7h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 2/17![Frontier logo]()
$163
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/217:07 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 3/289:45 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$150
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/227:07 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/259:45 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Sun 3/227:07 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/249:45 pm
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$159
One-way flights from Detroit to CaliforniaSearch for one-way flight options from Detroit to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 19, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 19, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 4/186:00 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop11h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 2/15![Frontier logo]()
$60
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/107:15 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 38m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$67
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Tue 4/76:00 am
DTW
- LAS
1 stop14h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 2/18![Frontier logo]()
$68
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/47:07 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/15![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$74
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/176:00 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop11h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 2/17![Frontier logo]()
$74
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/161:02 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$75
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Tue 3/2411:54 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/18![Frontier logo]()
$75
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/57:07 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/16![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$76
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 4/186:00 am
DTW
- SNA
1 stop29h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 2/16![Frontier logo]()
$77
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Tue 3/106:00 am
DTW
- LAS
1 stop9h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 2/17![Frontier logo]()
$77
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/1111:54 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/17![Frontier logo]()
$77
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 4/2010:27 pm
DTW
- LAS
1 stop20h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 2/17![Frontier logo]()
$78
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 February 19, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $140 (Cheapflightsfares) |
One-way from | $60 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $252 |
Good round-trip deal | $221 or less |
Good one-way deal | $115 or less |
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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
Fly to
California
Route
Depart
Return
Price
DetroitLas Vegas
DTW - LAS
DTWLAS
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 5/16
6:15 am-12:50 pm
1 stop9h 35m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Thu 5/21
11:10 pm-6:15 am
Nonstop4h 05m
$157
DetroitBurbank
DTW - BUR
DTWBUR
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 4/15
1:02 pm-4:44 pm
1 stop6h 42m
Burbank Bob Hope
Wed 4/22
5:40 pm-6:15 am
1 stop9h 35m
$180
DetroitOntario
DTW - ONT
DTWONT
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 4/17
10:05 am-4:38 pm
1 stop9h 33m
Ontario
Thu 4/23
5:33 pm-9:41 pm
1 stop25h 08m
$197
DetroitBurbank
DTW - BUR
DTWBUR
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 4/22
1:02 pm-4:44 pm
1 stop6h 42m
Burbank Bob Hope
Tue 4/28
12:16 pm-6:15 am
1 stop14h 59m
$198
DetroitBurbank
DTW - BUR
DTWBUR
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 4/29
1:02 pm-4:44 pm
1 stop6h 42m
Burbank Bob Hope
Tue 5/12
9:03 am-8:54 pm
1 stop8h 51m
$198
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW - LAX
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 4/16
6:14 pm-8:09 pm
Nonstop4h 55m
Los Angeles
Fri 4/17
9:49 pm-5:09 am
Nonstop4h 20m
$198
DetroitBurbank
DTW - BUR
DTWBUR
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 4/27
9:59 pm-8:08 am
1 stop13h 09m
Burbank Bob Hope
Sat 5/2
12:16 pm-6:15 am
1 stop14h 59m
$206
DetroitBurbank
DTW - BUR
DTWBUR
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 5/4
9:59 pm-8:08 am
1 stop13h 09m
Burbank Bob Hope
Mon 5/11
12:16 pm-6:15 am
1 stop14h 59m
$206
DetroitLas Vegas
DTW - LAS
DTWLAS
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 4/2
11:54 am-5:37 pm
1 stop8h 43m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Tue 4/7
11:59 pm-9:39 am
1 stop30h 40m
$214
DetroitOntario
DTW - ONT
DTWONT
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 4/9
11:54 am-11:56 pm
1 stop15h 02m
Ontario
Sat 4/11
6:20 am-10:58 am
1 stop25h 38m
$224
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DTW-USCA
DTW-SAN
DTW-LAS
DTW-SNA
DTW-LAX
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California?
Currently, August 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 $157). 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 February 19, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, 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 February 17, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 February 19, 2026.
The most flights from DTW to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 February 19, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$98 | Average$280 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$125 | Average$265 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$126 | Average$265 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$151 | Average$312 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$208 | Average$436 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$449 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$282 | Average$493 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$284 | Average$485 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |