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$59+ 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 9/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DTW
Jul 30 — Aug 61
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Cheap flight deals from California to Detroit

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Detroit flight deals. Data was last updated July 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$131
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$59
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$339

Good round-trip deal

$203 or less

Good one-way deal

$131 or less
From California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($33 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 July 2025
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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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 July 25, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:00 amOAK - DTW
1 stop6h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/67:40 pmDTW - OAK
1 stop6h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/22$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/305:30 amLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/21:38 pmDTW - LAX
Nonstop4h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$138
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:00 amBUR - DTW
1 stop5h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/911:15 amDTW - BUR
1 stop8h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$138
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2112:24 pmSNA - DTW
Nonstop4h 17mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/259:40 amDTW - SNA
Nonstop4h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$140
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/258:45 amLAS - DTW
Nonstop4h 01mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/287:40 pmDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$142
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1512:02 pmSAN - DTW
Nonstop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/189:35 amDTW - SAN
Nonstop4h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/236:00 amSJC - DTW
1 stop6h 46mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/27:40 pmDTW - SJC
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$183
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1412:59 amLAS - DTW
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/168:25 pmDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$184
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/910:10 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop4h 00mDelta
Wed 10/157:05 amDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 36mDelta
Deal found 7/24$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/69:30 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/299:35 amDTW - SAN
Nonstop4h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$211
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/208:25 pmSMF - DTW
1 stop6h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/248:25 pmDTW - SMF
1 stop28h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$215
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/265:21 pmONT - DTW
1 stop14h 38mFrontier
Wed 7/307:15 amDTW - ONT
1 stop19h 35mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$245

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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 July 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Thu 9/4

6:00 am-3:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/6

7:40 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$131

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

Tue 9/30

5:30 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop4h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/2

1:38 pm-3:37 pm

Nonstop4h 59m

$138

BurbankDetroit

BUR - DTW

BURDTW

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-3:46 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/9

11:15 am-4:52 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$138

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/21

12:24 pm-7:41 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/25

9:40 am-11:29 am

Nonstop4h 49m

$140

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/25

8:45 am-3:46 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/28

7:40 pm-9:09 pm

Nonstop4h 29m

$142

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Fri 8/15

12:02 pm-7:27 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/18

9:35 am-11:07 am

Nonstop4h 32m

$180

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Tue 9/23

6:00 am-3:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/2

7:40 pm-12:24 am

1 stop7h 44m

$183

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 8/14

12:59 am-10:59 am

1 stop7h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/16

8:25 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

$184

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/9

10:10 pm-5:10 am

Nonstop4h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

7:05 am-8:41 am

Nonstop4h 36m

$195

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Wed 8/6

9:30 pm-7:00 am

1 stop6h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/29

9:35 am-11:07 am

Nonstop4h 32m

$211

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 July 25, 2025.

When flying from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 July 25, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to DTW are scheduled on a Wednesday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated July 25, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

  • 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 $59. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Frontier, 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 KLM (89%), Virgin Atlantic (88%) and Spirit Airlines (85%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $68. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $196 on average our data indicates $924 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 7 airlines flying from California to Detroit

Discover the top 7 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 July 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$95Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$130Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$139Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$259Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$284Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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