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$64+ 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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DTT
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$141
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$64
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$313

Good round-trip deal

$231 or less

Good one-way deal

$162 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 September 17, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/94:44 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop4h 05mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/132:22 pmDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$141
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/38:59 pmONT - DTW
1 stop23h 59mFrontier
Thu 10/96:00 amDTW - ONT
1 stop6h 35mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$148
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/112:59 amLAS - DTW
1 stop6h 55mFrontier
Sun 10/56:10 amDTW - LAS
1 stop7h 57mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$148
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/38:59 pmONT - DTW
1 stop23h 59mFrontier
Mon 10/66:10 amDTW - ONT
1 stop19h 03mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$149
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/912:59 amLAS - DTW
1 stop21h 00mFrontier
Sun 10/126:00 amDTW - LAS
1 stop20h 29mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3110:30 amLAS - DTW
Nonstop4h 05mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/17:59 pmDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$150
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/94:44 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop4h 05mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/129:21 amDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$151
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3012:01 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop25h 18mFrontier
Mon 11/35:14 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop23h 21mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$152
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/307:39 amONT - DTW
1 stop7h 54mFrontier
Sun 11/29:05 pmDTW - ONT
1 stop17h 05mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$152
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/32:03 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop7h 43mFrontier
Tue 10/77:55 amDTW - LAX
1 stop7h 24mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/610:27 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop4h 01mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/156:00 amDTW - LAS
1 stop6h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$155
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/109:17 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop24h 42mFrontier
Sun 10/126:00 amDTW - LAX
1 stop28h 35mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$156

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Detroit that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/16

8:45 am-3:47 pm

Nonstop4h 02m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/19

7:59 pm-9:22 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

$151

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/30

12:01 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop25h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/3

5:14 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop23h 16m

$152

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 10/11

4:44 pm-11:49 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

6:24 pm-7:47 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

$166

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 10/11

10:07 am-12:59 am

1 stop11h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-1:13 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$168

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/30

12:59 am-12:46 am

1 stop20h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/5

6:10 am-11:29 pm

1 stop20h 19m

$168

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 10/6

10:27 pm-5:28 am

Nonstop4h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/8

6:05 am-10:52 am

1 stop7h 47m

$178

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/29

12:30 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/2

8:50 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$204

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

11:18 am-8:22 am

1 stop18h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/14

4:59 pm-12:06 am

1 stop10h 07m

$209

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 10/3

12:47 am-10:27 am

1 stop6h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/12

9:21 am-10:44 am

Nonstop4h 23m

$210

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

12:53 am-10:13 am

1 stop6h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/2

9:16 am-11:10 am

Nonstop4h 54m

$218

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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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Detroit (average of $250). Flying from California to Detroit 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 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 September 17, 2025.

When flying from California to Detroit, 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

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 September 17, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to DTT are scheduled on a Monday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 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 United Airlines can get you from California to Detroit in just under 4h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to 21h 16m. 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 $89 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $90 and Frontier from $99 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 LATAM Airlines (90%), Air France (88%) or Virgin Atlantic (88%) 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 $96. On average you can expect to pay $764. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $158.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Detroit (average of $250). Flying from California to Detroit 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$107Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$139Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$279Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$295Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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