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$53+ Cheap flights from California to Detroit (DTT)

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 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DTT
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Wed 11/26
Wed 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 27, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$115
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One-way from

$53
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March

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January

Average price

$375

Good round-trip deal

$287 or less

Good one-way deal

$175 or less
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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 October 27, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/31:48 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop4h 00mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/99:40 amDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/26$115
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Fri 11/147:25 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop11h 22mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/1611:03 amDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/26$117
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/149:16 amLAS - DTW
1 stop11h 51mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/177:09 amDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/26$118
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/410:03 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop3h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/85:20 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop9h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$123
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Thu 12/410:03 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop3h 57mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/89:40 amDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/26$125
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Thu 12/410:12 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop7h 14mFrontier
Mon 12/811:44 amDTW - LAS
1 stop13h 51mFrontier
Deal found 10/26$130
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/410:12 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop7h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/79:40 amDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$133
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Thu 11/1312:59 amLAS - DTW
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/177:09 amDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25$134
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/510:03 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop3h 57mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/89:40 amDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/25$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/2511:00 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/211:03 amDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$139
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Thu 12/1110:03 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop3h 57mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/159:40 amDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/26$140
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Wed 12/31:35 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/109:40 amDTW - SNA
1 stop15h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$141

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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 October 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Detroit that are best for you.

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Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 12/4

10:03 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop3h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/8

9:40 am-11:19 am

Nonstop4h 39m

$125

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 11/14

10:30 pm-5:28 am

Nonstop3h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/17

7:09 am-8:53 am

Nonstop4h 44m

$126

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 11/25

11:00 pm-6:05 am

Nonstop4h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/2

11:03 am-12:43 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$139

BurbankDetroit

BUR - DTW

BURDTW

Burbank Bob Hope

Fri 11/14

11:53 am-5:28 am

1 stop14h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/17

7:09 am-12:35 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$149

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 1/22

12:59 am-11:10 am

1 stop7h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/26

7:20 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop4h 29m

$157

BurbankDetroit

BUR - DTW

BURDTW

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 12/3

8:14 am-8:48 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/6

9:40 am-6:22 pm

1 stop11h 42m

$160

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/6

10:02 pm-4:59 am

Nonstop3h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/18

7:20 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop4h 29m

$165

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/6

8:24 am-3:25 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/9

9:30 am-10:59 am

Nonstop4h 29m

$166

BurbankDetroit

BUR - DTW

BURDTW

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 11/15

1:30 pm-5:28 am

1 stop12h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/17

7:09 am-12:35 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$177

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 11/25

1:48 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/2

9:34 pm-8:34 am

1 stop14h 00m

$178

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Best time to book a flight from California to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Detroit

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Detroit?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Detroit (average of $99). Flying from California to Detroit in December is currently the most expensive (average of $162). 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 DTT?

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 October 27, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from California to Detroit in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Detroit

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 October 27, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to DTT are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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?

    Detroit All airports (DTT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from California to Detroit. It is only a 0.6 mi journey from All airports (DTT) to Detroit’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from California to Detroit?

    Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and JetBlue can get you from California to Detroit in just under 3h 57m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h 11m. California and Detroit are separated by a distance of 1744 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $58 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $65 and Southwest from $135 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Detroit?

    The most popular route from California to Detroit is Los Angeles - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. You may also consider San Francisco - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County or Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Detroit?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from California to Detroit consider choosing KLM (100%), Virgin Atlantic (93%) or LATAM Airlines (91%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Detroit?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Detroit is $110. On average you can expect to pay $731. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $141.

  • 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?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Detroit (average of $99). Flying from California to Detroit in December is currently the most expensive (average of $162). 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 October 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$109Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$121Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$139Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$289Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$295Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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