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$37+ 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LAX
Jul 30 — Aug 61
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California?

To save up to 95% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 39 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California from $254 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $417 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of September. Prices to California from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport average $291. You can even find prices in September for less than $291, as users have found deals to California from as low as $101. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to California from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 59%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to CA?

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Detroit to California flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Detroit to California specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Detroit to California in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
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Tue 8/206:15 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/2811:05 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$65
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/216:15 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/2711:05 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$70
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Tue 8/206:15 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/216:33 amLAS - DTW
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$72
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/146:15 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/216:33 amLAS - DTW
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$75
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Tue 8/206:15 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/275:00 amLAS - DTW
2 stops13h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$88
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/216:40 amDTW - LAS
2 stops19h 27mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/2711:05 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$92
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/216:15 pmDTW - SNA
2 stops19h 49mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/284:30 pmSNA - DTW
2 stops14h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$94
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/206:15 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/273:01 pmLAS - DTW
2 stops24h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$97
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/206:15 pmDTW - LAS
2 stops20h 02mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/2811:05 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$98

Detroit to California 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Detroit and California in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Detroit to California in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
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Tue 8/206:15 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/2811:05 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$65
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/216:15 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/2711:05 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$70
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Tue 8/206:15 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/216:33 amLAS - DTW
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$72
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/146:15 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/216:33 amLAS - DTW
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$75
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/148:38 pmDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 31mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/1412:20 amLAS - DTW
1 stop6h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$87
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/206:15 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/275:00 amLAS - DTW
2 stops13h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$88
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/216:40 amDTW - LAS
2 stops19h 27mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/2711:05 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$92
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/216:15 pmDTW - SNA
2 stops19h 49mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/284:30 pmSNA - DTW
2 stops14h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$94
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/206:15 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/273:01 pmLAS - DTW
2 stops24h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$97

Detroit to California flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Detroit to California for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
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Sat 8/39:30 pmDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 19mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/76:21 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop4h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$160
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sat 8/39:30 pmDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/77:23 amLAS - DTW
1 stop8h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$161
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sat 8/39:30 pmDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 19mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/612:59 amLAS - DTW
1 stop17h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$167
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/29:47 amDTW - LAS
1 stop17h 36mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/811:48 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop30h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$186
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Wed 7/316:35 amDTW - SAN
1 stop6h 43mFrontier
Sat 8/179:47 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop12h 24mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$193
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Fri 8/26:15 amDTW - SAN
1 stop6h 29mFrontier
Sat 8/179:47 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop12h 24mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$194
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Wed 7/316:00 amDTW - LAX
Nonstop4h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/131:10 amLAX - DTW
1 stop6h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$199
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Wed 7/316:35 amDTW - SAN
1 stop6h 43mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/168:22 amSAN - DTW
1 stop11h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$201
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/26:15 amDTW - SAN
1 stop6h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/158:22 amSAN - DTW
1 stop11h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$202

One-way flights to California from Detroit

Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Detroit to California. For those needing a return trip from Detroit, there is a search form available above.
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Tue 8/206:15 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop8h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$37
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Tue 8/206:15 pmDTW - SNA
2 stops19h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$42
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/141:13 pmDTW - SAN
2 stops21h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$42
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/286:15 pmDTW - SNA
2 stops16h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$44
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Wed 8/286:40 amDTW - LAS
2 stops12h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$51
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/216:15 pmDTW - SNA
2 stops19h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$52
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/276:15 pmDTW - LAS
2 stops24h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$52
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Wed 8/146:15 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop8h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$52
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/206:15 pmDTW - LAS
2 stops31h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$55

Find flights from Detroit to California within your budget

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/20

1 stop9h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 8/28

1 stop8h 15m

$65

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/20

1 stop9h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 8/27

1 stop8h 15m

$66

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/21

1 stop9h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 8/27

1 stop8h 15m

$70

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/21

1 stop8h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/27

1 stop6h 10m

$71

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/20

1 stop7h 57m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/27

1 stop11h 49m

$72

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/21

1 stop8h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/26

1 stop6h 10m

$73

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/20

1 stop9h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/26

1 stop8h 08m

$112

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/17

1 stop5h 59m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/19

1 stop8h 08m

$148

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/1

1 stop9h 19m

San Diego

Wed 11/6

1 stop7h 21m

$158

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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 July 25, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to California, such as Spirit Airlines, Frontier and Sun Country Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

JetBlue
7.6
Good
3,996 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

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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.

  • Can I find flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $65, but on average you can expect to pay $80.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California is less than $161.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • 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: ITA Airways (89%), Spirit Airlines (87%), Delta (78%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $910 for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California. The cheapest flight overall is $78 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) is currently priced at $65.

  • What does DTW to LAX mean?

    DTW stands for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, while LAX stands for Los Angeles Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), San Jose Airport (SJC), Ontario Airport (ONT).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to California that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Detroit to California flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Detroit to California with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Detroit to California flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to California that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Detroit to California offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Detroit to California?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Detroit to California flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California flight deals updated?

    The Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California?

    The most popular airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California are American Airlines, Delta and Frontier. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California (average of $238). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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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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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$130Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$133Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$233Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$246Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$293Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$315Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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