Detroit

$79+ Cheap flights from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DTW
Apr 26 — May 31
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Cheap flight deals from California to Detroit

Cheapest flights from California to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/14:17 pm
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop6h 15m
Frontier
Mon 5/46:00 am
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop10h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$160
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3012:59 am
ONT
-
DTW
1 stop6h 59m
Frontier
Mon 5/412:02 pm
DTW
-
ONT
1 stop7h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/712:59 am
LAS
-
DTW
1 stop9h 55m
Frontier
Sat 5/97:55 am
DTW
-
LAS
1 stop8h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$160
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/86:00 am
ONT
-
DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Mon 5/117:55 am
DTW
-
ONT
1 stop29h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$161
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/238:26 am
ONT
-
DTW
1 stop25h 21m
Frontier
Wed 5/68:52 am
DTW
-
ONT
1 stop25h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$162
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2210:52 pm
LAS
-
DTW
1 stop7h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/298:07 pm
DTW
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$162
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2312:59 am
LAS
-
DTW
1 stop6h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/268:07 pm
DTW
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$165
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3012:59 am
ONT
-
DTW
1 stop6h 59m
Frontier
Fri 5/87:55 am
DTW
-
ONT
1 stop29h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$166
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/232:38 pm
LAS
-
DTW
1 stop7h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/288:07 pm
DTW
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$166
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2312:59 am
ONT
-
DTW
1 stop6h 59m
Frontier
Fri 5/110:27 pm
DTW
-
ONT
1 stop28h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 5/1210:07 pm
LAS
-
DTW
1 stop6h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/178:07 pm
DTW
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/21$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 5/157:15 am
LAS
-
DTW
1 stop8h 28m
Frontier
Sun 5/176:57 pm
DTW
-
LAS
1 stop8h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$168

Find flight deals from California to Detroit

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Detroit flight deals. Data was last updated March 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$159
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$79
(Super.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$405

Good round-trip deal

$236 or less

Good one-way deal

$152 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Detroit (DTT) flight deals.
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From California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($17 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 March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Detroit 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 March 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/15

10:40 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/20

8:07 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

$207

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 5/11

10:07 pm-7:22 am

1 stop6h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/20

7:53 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$210
Quickest round-trip

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/12

11:15 pm-6:08 am

Nonstop3h 53m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/18

8:00 pm-9:23 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

$239

BurbankDetroit

BUR - DTW

BURDTW

Burbank Bob Hope

Fri 5/8

12:50 pm-5:35 am

1 stop13h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/10

8:07 pm-8:08 am

1 stop15h 01m

$247

BurbankDetroit

BUR - DTW

BURDTW

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 4/18

12:50 pm-5:35 am

1 stop13h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/27

8:07 pm-8:08 am

1 stop15h 01m

$255

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/23

10:50 am-9:10 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/28

1:40 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$259

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/23

2:20 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/29

1:40 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$264

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Mon 4/20

12:34 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/23

8:15 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$297

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/8

11:15 pm-6:08 am

Nonstop3h 53m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/10

8:00 pm-9:23 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

$309

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/13

10:10 am-9:15 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/19

6:35 am-11:35 am

2 stops8h 00m

$339

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Best time to book a flight from California to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $97). Flying from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $186). 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 CA to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 27, 2026.

When flying from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Detroit. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Detroit. 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 March 27, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to DTW are scheduled on a Thursday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from California?

    For a flight from California to Detroit, you will be flying into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is just 17.3 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A quick flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport can take about 3h 53m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $239. The distance from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 1744 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $58. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Aeromexico (82%), Delta (80%) and KLM (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $115. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $189 on average, our data indicates $945 when flying from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Detroit 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 California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $97). Flying from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $186). 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 6 airlines flying from California to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to Detroit. 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 March 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$96Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$103Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$277Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$287Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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