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$51+ 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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LAX
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
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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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$101
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$51
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$234

Good round-trip deal

$140 or less

Good one-way deal

$70 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 August 14, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Tue 9/1611:15 amORD - BUR
1 stop12h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/207:00 amBUR - ORD
1 stop12h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/11$101
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/1011:15 amORD - BUR
1 stop12h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/137:00 amBUR - ORD
1 stop12h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$102
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/1011:15 amORD - BUR
1 stop12h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/178:55 amBUR - ORD
1 stop10h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$117
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/67:09 pmORD - LAS
1 stop14h 31mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/83:50 pmLAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$121
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/68:30 pmORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/103:45 pmLAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$122
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Tue 9/99:35 amDTW - LAX
1 stop6h 58mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/135:30 amLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$122
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/109:54 pmORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 05mFrontier
Mon 10/1312:59 amLAS - ORD
1 stop20h 54mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$123
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Tue 9/911:15 amDTW - LAX
1 stop10h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/175:30 amLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$123
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2012:46 pmORD - LAS
Nonstop3h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/276:15 amLAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/139:05 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop14h 26mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1611:02 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$124
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/67:09 pmORD - LAS
1 stop14h 31mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/1310:36 amLAS - ORD
1 stop9h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$125
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/911:15 amORD - BUR
1 stop12h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/137:00 amBUR - ORD
1 stop12h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$125

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Michigan

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoBurbank

ORD - BUR

ORDBUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

11:15 am-9:55 pm

1 stop12h 40m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 9/20

7:00 am-9:32 pm

1 stop12h 32m

$101

ChicagoBurbank

ORD - BUR

ORDBUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/13

12:46 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop11h 09m

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 9/16

7:00 am-9:32 pm

1 stop12h 32m

$102

ChicagoBurbank

ORD - BUR

ORDBUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

11:15 am-9:55 pm

1 stop12h 40m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 9/13

7:00 am-9:32 pm

1 stop12h 32m

$102

ChicagoBurbank

ORD - BUR

ORDBUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

11:15 am-9:55 pm

1 stop12h 40m

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 9/17

8:55 am-9:32 pm

1 stop10h 37m

$117

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/9

9:35 am-1:33 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/25

4:32 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

$123

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/9

11:15 am-6:55 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/17

10:31 am-6:02 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$123

ChicagoBurbank

ORD - BUR

ORDBUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

11:15 am-9:55 pm

1 stop12h 40m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 9/13

7:00 am-9:32 pm

1 stop12h 32m

$125

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/10

9:12 am-6:55 pm

1 stop12h 43m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

5:30 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop4h 26m

$125

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/3

8:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

6:15 am-4:18 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$127

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/10

9:12 am-6:55 pm

1 stop12h 43m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/17

1:37 pm-12:46 am

1 stop8h 09m

$131

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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 $246). Flying from Michigan to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 August 14, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Michigan to California as you normally would.

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 August 14, 2025.

The most flights from USMI to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated August 14, 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
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,046 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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

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  • 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 $51 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $65 and United Airlines from $99 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to California (average of $246). Flying from Michigan to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$94Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$128Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$227Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$240Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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