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$64+ Cheap flights from Michigan to California

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DTW — LAX
Mar 14 — Mar 211
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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 February 12, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 3/1011:54 am
DTW
-
LAS
1 stop11h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/179:45 pm
LAS
-
DTW
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$141
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 4/37:07 pm
DTW
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/811:56 pm
LAS
-
DTW
Nonstop4h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$142
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/249:01 am
DTW
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/311:58 pm
LAS
-
DTW
1 stop8h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 3/246:00 am
DTW
-
LAS
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/319:45 pm
LAS
-
DTW
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$144
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 2/247:15 pm
DTW
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 38m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 2/279:54 pm
LAS
-
DTW
1 stop8h 21m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/10$145
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 3/119:01 am
DTW
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 40m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/189:45 pm
LAS
-
DTW
Nonstop3h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/9$146
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 3/77:15 pm
DTW
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 38m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/109:45 pm
LAS
-
DTW
Nonstop3h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/9$147
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Sun 2/229:01 am
DTW
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 40m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/249:35 pm
LAS
-
DTW
Nonstop3h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/10$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 45m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/222:09 pm
LAS
-
DTW
Nonstop3h 44m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/8$149
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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
Fri 3/279:45 pm
LAS
-
DTW
Nonstop3h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/11$150
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/137:07 pm
DTW
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 4/181:55 pm
LAS
-
DTW
Nonstop3h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/10$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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
-
LAS
1 stop11h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/2511:10 pm
LAS
-
DTW
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$152

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 February 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$141
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$64
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$248

Good round-trip deal

$223 or less

Good one-way deal

$119 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-Los Angeles flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Detroit (DTT)-Los Angeles flights.
From Michigan to California
One-way flight from Michigan to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Michigan to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Michigan to California.

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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 February 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to California that are best for you.

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

2:40 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop7h 32m

San Diego

Sat 4/18

10:30 pm-4:35 am

Nonstop4h 05m

$176

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/2

3:52 pm-6:31 pm

Nonstop4h 39m

San Diego

Tue 5/5

12:53 pm-7:03 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

$177

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/23

7:59 pm-10:44 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

San Diego

Mon 3/2

5:00 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$177

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/12

7:05 am-9:47 am

Nonstop4h 42m

San Diego

Mon 3/16

5:00 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$177

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/3

7:05 am-9:42 am

Nonstop4h 37m

San Diego

Sun 5/3

10:40 pm-4:45 am

Nonstop4h 05m

$177

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

7:15 am-9:30 am

Nonstop4h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 3/14

5:38 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$178

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/3

2:40 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop7h 32m

San Diego

Mon 4/6

10:30 pm-4:35 am

Nonstop4h 05m

$179

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/20

10:27 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop27h 47m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/23

8:54 pm-9:49 am

1 stop9h 55m

$181

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/1

10:27 pm-11:29 am

1 stop16h 02m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/4

9:28 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop20h 26m

$185

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/30

7:05 am-9:42 am

Nonstop4h 37m

San Diego

Sun 5/3

8:45 pm-6:03 am

1 stop7h 18m

$192

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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 $88). Flying from Michigan 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 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 February 12, 2026.

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 in the morning could potentially save you up to 14% 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 February 7, 2026.

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

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 February 12, 2026.

The most flights from USMI to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Michigan to California?

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 12, 2026.
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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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?

    United Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest can get you from Michigan to California in just under 4h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 23h 22m. The distance from Michigan to California is about 1746 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $56 on Allegiant Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $59 and Frontier from $71 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 $88). Flying from Michigan 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.

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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 February 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$92Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Allegiant AirCheapest$93Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$112Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$123Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$126Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
JetBlueCheapest$151Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$284Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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