$92+ 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 10/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LAX
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Michigan to CaliforniaExplore 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 July 27, 2026.
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 July 27, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/252:41 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop11h 09m
Frontier
Mon 10/56:00 am
ONT
- ORD
1 stop13h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/22:41 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop21h 23m
Frontier
Wed 9/92:55 pm
ONT
- ORD
1 stop17h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Thu 9/1010:40 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Tue 9/156:00 am
ONT
- ORD
1 stop13h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/199:20 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 44m
Frontier
Mon 8/249:09 pm
LAX
- ORD
1 stop14h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/96:30 am
ORD
- ONT
1 stop19h 17m
Frontier
Wed 9/166:15 am
ONT
- ORD
1 stop16h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$197
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.
Sat 8/292:41 pm
ORD
- LAX
1 stop11h 30m
Frontier
Sat 9/511:41 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23![Frontier logo]()
$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/92:46 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop25h 51m
Frontier
Tue 9/156:00 am
ONT
- ORD
1 stop13h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$198
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 8/209:20 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 44m
Frontier
Mon 8/3111:59 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27![Frontier logo]()
$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/92:46 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop25h 51m
Frontier
Sat 9/126:00 am
ONT
- ORD
1 stop13h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/252:41 pm
ORD
- LAX
1 stop11h 30m
Frontier
Tue 9/111:59 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/262:41 pm
ORD
- LAX
1 stop11h 30m
Frontier
Tue 9/111:59 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$200
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.
Thu 8/209:20 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 44m
Frontier
Mon 8/249:09 pm
LAX
- ORD
1 stop14h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23![Frontier logo]()
$201
Best flights from Michigan to CaliforniaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Michigan to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 27, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Michigan to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 27, 2026.
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/115:55 pm
MDW
- LAX
Nonstop4h 20m
Southwest
Mon 9/1411:55 pm
LAX
- MDW
Nonstop4h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$247
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Fri 9/187:50 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 35m
United Airlines
Sun 9/2012:30 am
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26![United Airlines logo]()
$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 10/105:00 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 30m
Delta
Tue 10/135:55 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop3h 55m
Delta
Deal found 7/26![Delta logo]()
$247
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Thu 10/152:21 pm
ORD
- SAN
Nonstop4h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 10/206:15 am
SAN
- ORD
1 stop10h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$282
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/58:50 pm
ORD
- LAS
Nonstop4h 13m
American Airlines
Wed 10/74:52 pm
LAS
- ORD
1 stop5h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22![American Airlines logo]()
$391
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/91:00 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 32m
United Airlines
Thu 9/1711:30 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/25![United Airlines logo]()
$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Thu 9/36:15 pm
MDW
- LAX
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Tue 9/811:55 pm
LAX
- MDW
Nonstop4h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/26![Southwest logo]()
$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Thu 10/16:59 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 35m
Delta
Mon 10/58:25 am
LAX
- ORD
1 stop9h 08m
Delta
Deal found 7/22![Delta logo]()
$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Fri 10/93:50 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 37m
United Airlines
Sun 10/115:30 am
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$247
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/158:00 am
ORD
- SAN
1 stop8h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 9/197:03 am
SAN
- ORD
Nonstop4h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Fri 10/27:40 pm
ORD
- LAX
1 stop6h 15m
Delta
Wed 10/147:35 am
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 03m
Delta
Deal found 7/22![Delta logo]()
$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/910:30 am
MDW
- LAX
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Wed 9/169:05 am
LAX
- MDW
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/26![Southwest logo]()
$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Fri 9/111:51 pm
ORD
- LAX
1 stop8h 46m
Delta
Sat 9/263:26 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 04m
Delta
Deal found 7/26![Delta logo]()
$257
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sat 9/192:18 pm
ORD
- SAN
Nonstop4h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 9/269:31 am
SAN
- ORD
1 stop12h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$284
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/232:45 pm
MDW
- LAX
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Sun 9/2711:55 pm
LAX
- MDW
Nonstop4h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/25![Southwest logo]()
$272
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/216:59 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 46m
Delta
Mon 10/265:55 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop3h 55m
Delta
Deal found 7/25![Delta logo]()
$257
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/196:01 am
ORD
- SAN
Nonstop4h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 8/235:45 pm
SAN
- ORD
Nonstop4h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Fri 9/258:50 am
ORD
- SAN
Nonstop4h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 9/2810:30 pm
SAN
- ORD
Nonstop4h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26![United Airlines logo]()
$287
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/217:25 am
MDW
- LAS
Nonstop3h 55m
Southwest
Mon 10/265:10 am
LAS
- MDW
Nonstop3h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$275
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/289:28 pm
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 48m
United Airlines
Mon 8/3110:35 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/25![United Airlines logo]()
$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Fri 10/95:21 pm
MDW
- LAX
1 stop8h 26m
Delta
Mon 10/1211:59 pm
LAX
- MDW
1 stop6h 48m
Delta
Deal found 7/22![Delta logo]()
$267
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/239:05 pm
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 40m
American Airlines
Tue 8/255:07 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22![American Airlines logo]()
$392
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/167:16 pm
ORD
- LAS
1 stop17h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 10/2011:22 am
LAS
- ORD
1 stop24h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/25![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$296
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/222:50 pm
MDW
- LAX
Nonstop4h 15m
Southwest
Tue 8/252:05 pm
LAX
- MDW
Nonstop3h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/26![Southwest logo]()
$277
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/85:21 pm
MDW
- LAX
1 stop8h 26m
Delta
Mon 10/126:00 am
LAX
- MDW
1 stop8h 39m
Delta
Deal found 7/23![Delta logo]()
$267
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1412:05 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop8h 57m
American Airlines
Wed 9/165:08 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22![American Airlines logo]()
$393
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sun 9/137:20 am
ORD
- LAS
1 stop8h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 9/177:07 pm
LAS
- ORD
1 stop16h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$296
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/248:50 pm
MDW
- LAS
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Sun 8/3012:20 am
LAS
- MDW
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/25![Southwest logo]()
$283
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/304:05 pm
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 49m
United Airlines
Sat 10/312:35 am
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26![United Airlines logo]()
$318
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/299:30 am
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 22m
Delta
Sat 9/55:46 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 02m
Delta
Deal found 7/24![Delta logo]()
$272
Last-minute flights from Michigan to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Michigan to California. Data last updated July 27, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Michigan to California. Data last updated July 27, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/157:29 am
ORD
- LAS
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Mon 8/249:04 pm
LAS
- ORD
1 stop14h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24![Frontier logo]()
$203
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.
Mon 8/179:57 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop14h 07m
Frontier
Mon 8/2410:49 am
ONT
- ORD
1 stop24h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23![Frontier logo]()
$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/199:20 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 44m
Frontier
Mon 8/249:09 pm
LAX
- ORD
1 stop14h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$196
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 8/209:20 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 44m
Frontier
Mon 8/3111:59 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27![Frontier logo]()
$198
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.
Thu 8/209:20 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 44m
Frontier
Mon 8/249:09 pm
LAX
- ORD
1 stop14h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23![Frontier logo]()
$201
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.
Thu 8/202:41 pm
ORD
- LAX
1 stop11h 30m
Frontier
Tue 8/2511:59 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23![Frontier logo]()
$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/222:41 pm
ORD
- LAX
1 stop11h 30m
Frontier
Thu 8/276:55 am
LAX
- ORD
2 stops15h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$204
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.
Mon 8/249:10 pm
ORD
- LAS
1 stop16h 38m
Frontier
Mon 8/317:36 am
LAS
- ORD
1 stop15h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23![Frontier logo]()
$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/252:41 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop11h 09m
Frontier
Mon 10/56:00 am
ONT
- ORD
1 stop13h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/252:41 pm
ORD
- LAX
1 stop11h 30m
Frontier
Tue 9/111:59 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/262:41 pm
ORD
- LAX
1 stop11h 30m
Frontier
Tue 9/111:59 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$200
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.
Sat 8/292:41 pm
ORD
- LAX
1 stop11h 30m
Frontier
Sat 9/511:41 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23![Frontier logo]()
$197
One-way flights from Michigan to CaliforniaSearch for one-way flight options from Michigan to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 27, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Michigan to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 27, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 10/2811:06 am
ORD
- ONT
1 stop14h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27![Frontier logo]()
$92
This Trip.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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/192:41 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop11h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24![Frontier logo]()
$97
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/1010:40 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$98
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.
Tue 8/252:41 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop11h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23![Frontier logo]()
$99
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/236:30 am
ORD
- ONT
1 stop19h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27![Frontier logo]()
$100
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/202:41 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop11h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$101
This Trip.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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/182:41 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop11h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23![Frontier logo]()
$102
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2411:06 am
ORD
- ONT
1 stop14h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25![Frontier logo]()
$103
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/266:30 am
ORD
- ONT
1 stop19h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$104
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/242:41 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop21h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24![Frontier logo]()
$105
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2611:06 am
ORD
- ONT
1 stop28h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25![Frontier logo]()
$108
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 10/231:02 pm
ORD
- LAS
Nonstop4h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$116
Find flight deals from Michigan to California
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to California flight deals. Data was last updated July 27, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $190 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $92 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $500 |
Good round-trip deal | $235 or less |
Good one-way deal | $135 or less |
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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 July 27, 2026.
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Return
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MDW - LAX
MDWLAX
Chicago Midway
Fri 9/11
5:55 pm-8:15 pm
Nonstop4h 20m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Mon 9/14
11:55 pm-5:55 am
Nonstop4h 00m
$247
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 9/18
7:50 pm-10:25 pm
Nonstop4h 35m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Sun 9/20
12:30 am-6:40 am
Nonstop4h 10m
$247
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 10/10
5:00 pm-7:30 pm
Nonstop4h 30m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Tue 10/13
5:55 pm-11:50 pm
Nonstop3h 55m
$247
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 9/9
1:00 pm-3:32 pm
Nonstop4h 32m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Thu 9/17
11:30 pm-5:42 am
Nonstop4h 12m
$247
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/9
3:50 pm-6:27 pm
Nonstop4h 37m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Sun 10/11
5:30 am-11:46 am
Nonstop4h 16m
$247
ChicagoLos Angeles
MDW - LAX
MDWLAX
Chicago Midway
Thu 9/3
6:15 pm-10:25 pm
1 stop6h 10m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Tue 9/8
11:55 pm-5:55 am
Nonstop4h 00m
$257
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 10/1
6:59 pm-9:34 pm
Nonstop4h 35m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Mon 10/5
8:25 am-7:33 pm
1 stop9h 08m
$257
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/2
7:40 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop6h 15m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 10/14
7:35 am-1:38 pm
Nonstop4h 03m
$257
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 9/11
1:51 pm-8:37 pm
1 stop8h 46m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Sat 9/26
3:26 pm-9:30 pm
Nonstop4h 04m
$257
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 10/21
6:59 pm-9:45 pm
Nonstop4h 46m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Mon 10/26
5:55 pm-11:50 pm
Nonstop3h 55m
$257
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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to California
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Michigan to California?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to California (average of $385). Flying from Michigan to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $518). 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 July 27, 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Michigan to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.
Weekly flight availability from Michigan to California
Explore weekly flight availability from Michigan 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 July 27, 2026.
The most flights from USMI to USCA are scheduled on a Saturday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Michigan to California?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Michigan to California flights typically cost between $229 and $495 in August.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $309 on Frontier (Aug 20-Aug 27).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Michigan to California?
The price you pay for your flight from Michigan to California may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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 July 25, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Michigan to California flight should consider departing on Monday mornings 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.
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 27, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Michigan to California, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited 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.
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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Top 8 airlines flying from Michigan to California
Discover the top 8 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 July 27, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$105 | Average$286 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$123 | Average$479 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$135 | Average$258 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$151 | Average$411 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$498 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$212 | Average$484 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$230 | Average$499 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$449 | Average$717 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |