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$50+ Cheap flights from Michigan 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LAX
Dec 31 — Jan 71
Wed 12/31
Wed 1/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to California flight deals. Data was last updated December 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$121
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$50
(Trip.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$361

Good round-trip deal

$288 or less

Good one-way deal

$157 or less
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Cheapest flights from Michigan to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 1, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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 12/61:24 pmORD - LAS
1 stop21h 15mFrontier
Thu 12/114:12 pmLAS - ORD
1 stop26h 43mFrontier
Deal found 11/28$127
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 12/131:24 pmORD - LAS
1 stop8h 54mFrontier
Thu 12/258:35 amLAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 42mFrontier
Deal found 11/29$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 12/247:00 amORD - LAS
1 stop6h 07mFrontier
Thu 12/258:35 amLAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 42mFrontier
Deal found 11/29$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 12/1512:59 pmORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 16mFrontier
Thu 1/159:47 amLAS - ORD
1 stop11h 55mFrontier
Deal found 11/30$132
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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 12/104:01 pmORD - LAS
1 stop19h 05mFrontier
Fri 12/126:00 amLAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 42mFrontier
Deal found 11/28$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 12/61:24 pmORD - LAS
1 stop21h 15mFrontier
Fri 12/128:59 amLAS - ORD
1 stop24h 55mFrontier
Deal found 11/29$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 12/129:06 pmORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/146:05 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/29$138
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 12/139:06 pmORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/1411:59 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/30$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 12/153:52 pmMDW - LAS
1 stop8h 43mFrontier
Thu 1/156:15 amLAS - MDW
1 stop9h 05mFrontier
Deal found 11/30$139
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 12/146:50 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Sun 12/146:05 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 11/30$140
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Fri 12/126:50 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/1510:35 amLAX - ORD
1 stop7h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$141
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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.
Thu 12/181:34 pmORD - LAS
1 stop12h 14mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/258:35 amLAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/29$141

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to California that are best for you.

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Michigan

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoLas Vegas

MDW - LAS

MDWLAS

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/7

8:10 am-10:20 am

Nonstop4h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 1/17

6:20 am-11:50 am

Nonstop3h 30m

$145

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/6

4:20 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/9

12:30 am-6:08 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$159

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/11

9:05 pm-11:19 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 1/15

12:30 am-6:08 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$159

ChicagoLas Vegas

MDW - LAS

MDWLAS

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/11

8:40 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/16

11:40 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$159

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

9:00 am-11:43 am

Nonstop4h 43m

San Diego

Mon 1/26

5:10 pm-11:37 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

$167

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

3:44 pm-6:26 pm

Nonstop4h 42m

San Diego

Thu 1/22

5:10 pm-11:37 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

$177

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/30

9:05 am-11:48 am

Nonstop4h 43m

San Diego

Mon 2/2

2:11 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

$177

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/20

8:20 am-11:09 am

Nonstop4h 49m

San Diego

Sun 2/22

5:42 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

$185

ChicagoLas Vegas

MDW - LAS

MDWLAS

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/9

3:40 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/16

11:40 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$192

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/14

3:07 pm-5:52 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

San Diego

Thu 2/19

7:26 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$195

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to California

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to California (average of $83). Flying from Michigan 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 MI to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan 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 1, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Michigan to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

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

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

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

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 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Michigan to California, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,010 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
9,065 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
11,041 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,155 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Michigan to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Michigan to California?

    Southwest, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines can get you from Michigan to California in just under 4h 10m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Michigan to California is about 1516 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $66 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $66 and Spirit Airlines from $74 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to California (average of $83). Flying from Michigan 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 9 airlines flying from Michigan to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Michigan 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$94Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$112Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$123Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$128Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
JetBlueCheapest$151Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$213Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$302Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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