$86+ 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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LAX
Jun 15 — Jun 221
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 May 16, 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 May 16, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 9/2611:06 am
ORD
- ONT
1 stop14h 49m
Frontier
Mon 9/282:55 pm
ONT
- ORD
1 stop17h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 7/39:48 pm
ORD
- LAX
1 stop12h 45m
Frontier
Sat 7/411:59 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 5/15![Frontier logo]()
$177
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/276:55 am
ORD
- LAX
1 stop12h 17m
Frontier
Wed 5/2712:26 am
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$178
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/248:46 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 40m
Frontier
Sun 8/169:44 am
LAX
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 6/167:20 am
ORD
- ONT
1 stop14h 31m
Frontier
Wed 8/126:00 am
ONT
- ORD
1 stop12h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 5/11![Frontier logo]()
$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/248:46 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 40m
Frontier
Tue 6/29:46 am
LAX
- ORD
1 stop11h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$180
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/89:13 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 44m
Frontier
Sun 7/1211:59 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 5/15![Frontier logo]()
$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 8/189:07 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 36m
Frontier
Tue 8/256:30 am
LAX
- ORD
2 stops23h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 5/15![Frontier logo]()
$184
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/229:07 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 36m
Frontier
Sat 8/2911:59 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 7/89:13 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 44m
Frontier
Mon 7/131:53 pm
LAX
- ORD
2 stops37h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 5/15![Frontier logo]()
$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Fri 5/298:46 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 40m
Frontier
Wed 6/108:15 pm
LAX
- ORD
1 stop6h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$187
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/89:13 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 44m
Frontier
Fri 7/1011:59 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 5/15![Frontier logo]()
$188
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 May 16, 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 May 16, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/126:35 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 37m
Delta
Wed 8/1911:51 am
LAX
- ORD
1 stop6h 31m
Delta
Deal found 5/11![Delta logo]()
$209
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/89:00 am
ORD
- LAS
1 stop9h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 6/152:38 pm
LAS
- ORD
1 stop6h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Tue 6/166:00 am
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 27m
United Airlines
Fri 6/1912:13 am
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/15![United Airlines logo]()
$318
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 7/210:10 am
MDW
- LAX
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Wed 7/85:00 pm
LAX
- MDW
Nonstop3h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 5/15![Southwest logo]()
$333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/247:45 am
ORD
- LAX
1 stop6h 45m
Delta
Tue 6/309:55 am
LAX
- ORD
1 stop7h 03m
Delta
Deal found 5/12![Delta logo]()
$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 7/297:35 am
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 23m
Delta
Wed 8/511:32 am
LAX
- ORD
1 stop8h 26m
Delta
Deal found 5/16![Delta logo]()
$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/138:45 pm
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 14m
Delta
Mon 8/175:50 am
LAS
- DTW
Nonstop3h 51m
Delta
Deal found 5/13![Delta logo]()
$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 9/43:35 pm
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 49m
United Airlines
Sat 9/1211:30 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$320
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/12:22 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop7h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/611:52 am
SFO
- ORD
1 stop9h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Tue 7/145:10 pm
MDW
- LAS
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Fri 7/1711:55 pm
LAS
- MDW
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/15![Southwest logo]()
$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/135:20 pm
ORD
- LAX
1 stop7h 12m
Delta
Mon 8/179:35 pm
LAX
- ORD
1 stop9h 44m
Delta
Deal found 5/14![Delta logo]()
$261
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Thu 6/258:50 am
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 48m
United Airlines
Tue 6/303:10 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/15![United Airlines logo]()
$321
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/248:15 pm
MDW
- LAS
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Tue 7/2811:55 pm
LAS
- MDW
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/14![Southwest logo]()
$337
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/37:59 pm
ORD
- SAN
Nonstop4h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 7/125:23 pm
SAN
- ORD
Nonstop4h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/12![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$352
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/37:45 pm
ORD
- SAN
1 stop5h 58m
Delta
Tue 6/96:20 am
SAN
- ORD
1 stop8h 42m
Delta
Deal found 5/13![Delta logo]()
$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/174:20 pm
ORD
- SNA
Nonstop4h 32m
United Airlines
Tue 6/234:00 pm
SNA
- ORD
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/14![United Airlines logo]()
$329
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/76:20 am
MDW
- LAS
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Fri 7/1011:55 pm
LAS
- MDW
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/11![Southwest logo]()
$352
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/17:59 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop15h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/910:57 am
SFO
- ORD
2 stops11h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$356
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/132:30 pm
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 54m
United Airlines
Sat 6/2011:30 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13![United Airlines logo]()
$335
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Tue 6/95:55 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop8h 11m
Delta
Tue 6/161:38 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop8h 01m
Delta
Deal found 5/15![Delta logo]()
$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2810:20 am
MDW
- LAS
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Tue 6/23:05 pm
LAS
- MDW
Nonstop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 5/13![Southwest logo]()
$353
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/197:59 pm
ORD
- SAN
Nonstop4h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 6/285:23 pm
SAN
- ORD
Nonstop4h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/24:20 pm
ORD
- SNA
Nonstop4h 32m
United Airlines
Thu 7/163:05 pm
SNA
- ORD
1 stop7h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12![United Airlines logo]()
$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Tue 6/301:26 pm
MDW
- LAS
1 stop8h 36m
Delta
Tue 7/79:59 am
LAS
- MDW
1 stop6h 26m
Delta
Deal found 5/16![Delta logo]()
$287
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/92:20 pm
ORD
- SAN
Nonstop4h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 7/1412:40 pm
SAN
- ORD
Nonstop4h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$357
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/198:15 pm
MDW
- LAS
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Mon 6/227:55 pm
LAS
- MDW
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/14![Southwest logo]()
$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/96:55 am
ORD
- LAX
1 stop7h 59m
Delta
Tue 6/165:15 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 03m
Delta
Deal found 5/11![Delta logo]()
$288
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/167:01 am
ORD
- SAN
Nonstop4h 28m
United Airlines
Tue 7/214:41 pm
SAN
- ORD
Nonstop4h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/14![United Airlines logo]()
$357
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/277:59 pm
ORD
- SAN
Nonstop4h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 8/37:00 am
SAN
- ORD
Nonstop4h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/12![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$357
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/278:55 am
DTW
- LAS
2 stops7h 25m
Southwest
Sat 7/410:05 am
LAS
- DTW
1 stop7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/11![Southwest logo]()
$360
Last-minute flights from Michigan to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Michigan to California. Data last updated May 16, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Michigan to California. Data last updated May 16, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/248:46 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 40m
Frontier
Sun 8/169:44 am
LAX
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$179
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/248:46 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 40m
Frontier
Tue 6/29:46 am
LAX
- ORD
1 stop11h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/276:55 am
ORD
- LAX
1 stop12h 17m
Frontier
Wed 5/2712:26 am
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$178
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Wed 5/276:55 am
ORD
- LAX
1 stop28h 53m
Frontier
Thu 5/2812:26 am
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Thu 5/288:46 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 40m
Frontier
Thu 6/46:30 am
LAX
- ORD
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Fri 5/298:46 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 40m
Frontier
Wed 6/108:15 pm
LAX
- ORD
1 stop6h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$187
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/298:46 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 40m
Frontier
Tue 6/24:31 pm
LAX
- ORD
1 stop26h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$189
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/298:46 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 40m
Frontier
Sat 6/610:35 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 5/13![Frontier logo]()
$193
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/298:46 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 40m
Frontier
Mon 6/19:46 am
LAX
- ORD
1 stop11h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 5/11![Frontier logo]()
$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/99:48 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop14h 17m
Frontier
Wed 8/126:00 am
ONT
- ORD
1 stop12h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 5/13![Frontier logo]()
$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/169:48 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop14h 17m
Frontier
Wed 8/1210:49 am
ONT
- ORD
1 stop8h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 5/14![Frontier logo]()
$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/307:20 am
ORD
- LAX
1 stop28h 05m
Frontier
Wed 7/811:59 pm
LAX
- ORD
Nonstop4h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 5/14![Frontier logo]()
$194
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 May 16, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Michigan to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 16, 2026.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Trip.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 08m
Frontier
Deal found 5/13![Frontier logo]()
$86
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/310:35 am
DTW
- LAS
Nonstop4h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 5/12![Southwest logo]()
$94
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/307:20 am
ORD
- ONT
1 stop9h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 5/13![Frontier logo]()
$95
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/87:15 am
ORD
- ONT
1 stop9h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$98
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/179:57 pm
ORD
- LAX
1 stop28h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 5/14![Frontier logo]()
$101
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/298:01 pm
DTW
- LAS
1 stop6h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$101
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/96:00 am
MDW
- LAX
1 stop8h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/167:20 am
ORD
- LAX
1 stop28h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 5/13![Frontier logo]()
$104
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/18:04 am
DTW
- LAS
1 stop6h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/12![American Airlines logo]()
$104
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/49:13 pm
ORD
- LAX
Nonstop4h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 5/14![Frontier logo]()
$105
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/308:01 pm
DTW
- LAS
1 stop6h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$105
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/265:29 pm
ORD
- ONT
1 stop26h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$106
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 May 16, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $160 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $76 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $360 |
Good round-trip deal | $246 or less |
Good one-way deal | $100 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 May 16, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 8/12
6:35 pm-9:12 pm
Nonstop4h 37m
Los Angeles
Wed 8/19
11:51 am-8:22 pm
1 stop6h 31m
$209
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 6/24
7:45 am-12:30 pm
1 stop6h 45m
Los Angeles
Tue 6/30
9:55 am-6:58 pm
1 stop7h 03m
$219
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 7/29
7:35 am-9:58 am
Nonstop4h 23m
Los Angeles
Wed 8/5
11:32 am-9:58 pm
1 stop8h 26m
$229
DetroitLas Vegas
DTW - LAS
DTWLAS
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 8/13
8:45 pm-9:59 pm
Nonstop4h 14m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Mon 8/17
5:50 am-12:41 pm
Nonstop3h 51m
$239
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 8/13
5:20 pm-10:32 pm
1 stop7h 12m
Los Angeles
Mon 8/17
9:35 pm-9:19 am
1 stop9h 44m
$261
ChicagoSan Diego
ORD - SAN
ORDSAN
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 6/3
7:45 pm-11:43 pm
1 stop5h 58m
San Diego
Tue 6/9
6:20 am-5:02 pm
1 stop8h 42m
$267
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 6/9
5:55 pm-12:06 am
1 stop8h 11m
San Francisco
Tue 6/16
1:38 pm-11:39 pm
1 stop8h 01m
$277
ChicagoLas Vegas
MDW - LAS
MDWLAS
Chicago Midway
Tue 6/30
1:26 pm-8:02 pm
1 stop8h 36m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Tue 7/7
9:59 am-6:25 pm
1 stop6h 26m
$287
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 6/9
6:55 am-12:54 pm
1 stop7h 59m
Los Angeles
Tue 6/16
5:15 pm-11:18 pm
Nonstop4h 03m
$288
ChicagoLas Vegas
ORD - LAS
ORDLAS
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 6/8
9:00 am-4:33 pm
1 stop9h 33m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Mon 6/15
2:38 pm-11:36 pm
1 stop6h 58m
$303
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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to California
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ORD-ONT
ORD-LAX
DTW-LAS
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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 month to book a flight from Michigan to California?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to California (average of $344). Flying from Michigan to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $455). 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 May 16, 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 16% 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 May 9, 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. 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 May 16, 2026.
The most flights from USMI to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 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 May 16, 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.
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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Discover the top 10 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 May 16, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$81 | Average$219 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$92 | Average$462 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$104 | Average$282 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$105 | Average$270 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$107 | Average$275 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$123 | Average$472 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$151 | Average$384 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$480 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$251 | Average$487 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$449 | Average$717 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |