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$89+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles (DTW - LAX)

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DTW — LAX
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
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Round-trip from

$171
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$89
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$315

Good round-trip deal

$288 or less

Good one-way deal

$157 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
sáb. 8/231:45 pmDTW - LAX
Nonstop4h 51mSpirit Airlines
mar. 9/25:30 amLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$171
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/1812:18 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop12h 22mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/2512:49 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop7h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$241
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
sáb. 8/233:28 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop8h 57mFrontier
mié. 8/276:45 amLAX - DTW
1 stop11h 58mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$261
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/35:05 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop26h 36mSun Country Air
sáb. 7/511:50 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop6h 21mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
sáb. 7/126:25 amDTW - LAX
Nonstop4h 45mDelta
lun. 7/1412:25 amLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 29mDelta
Deal found 6/9$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
jue. 9/257:30 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
mar. 9/3010:55 amLAX - DTW
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
jue. 6/127:00 amDTW - LAX
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
vie. 6/1312:40 amLAX - DTW
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$319

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 8/23

1:45 pm-3:36 pm

Nonstop4h 51m

Los Angeles

mar. 9/2

5:30 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$171

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 6/28

12:53 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop11h 32m

Los Angeles

dom. 7/6

7:45 pm-3:28 pm

1 stop16h 43m

$253

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 7/3

5:05 pm-4:41 pm

1 stop26h 36m

Los Angeles

mié. 7/9

11:55 pm-9:11 am

1 stop6h 16m

$285

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 7/12

6:25 am-8:10 am

Nonstop4h 45m

Los Angeles

lun. 7/14

12:25 am-7:54 am

Nonstop4h 29m

$299

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 9/25

7:30 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Los Angeles

mar. 9/30

10:55 am-10:30 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$302

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 8/27

3:51 pm-12:25 am

1 stop11h 34m

Los Angeles

dom. 8/31

3:30 pm-12:44 am

1 stop6h 14m

$304

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 8/26

4:51 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 57m

Los Angeles

mar. 9/2

3:40 pm-5:05 am

1 stop10h 25m

$318

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 11/6

10:49 am-3:55 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Los Angeles

lun. 11/10

12:10 am-10:23 am

1 stop7h 13m

$319

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 10/20

6:44 pm-6:18 am

1 stop14h 34m

$89

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 7/4

10:05 am-4:41 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$143

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The best insider tips for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles trip
Airlines
China Eastern

China Eastern's economy class offers decent seats but average in-flight food and entertainment.


China Eastern's business class features staggered mini-suites with individual doors for more privacy.

Read more about China Easternby John Walton
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, ideal for working on a laptop.


Spirit's Wi-Fi plans start small, ideal for streaming if booked ahead during ticket purchase.

Read more about Spirit Airlinesby Daniel Scheffler
Airports
DTW

Security lines at DTW are pleasantly short, usually under 10 minutes at McNamara Terminal, even without TSA PreCheck.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
LAX

For LAX arrivals, use the LAX-it shuttle for rideshares. Look for green signs to reach the offsite hub.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
Our travel experts
John Walton

John Walton

Expert on China Eastern

John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Spirit Airlines

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on DTW

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 37 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 DTW to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Los Angeles. 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 junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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 Detroit to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    To fly from Detroit to Los Angeles, you need to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Los Angeles (LAX). Nonstop flights to Los Angeles from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County take 4h 51m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 23 outbound flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles offered by 7 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $171 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Sun Country Air, starting at $261 and $285 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles for 41% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $89 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sun Country Air and Southwest, with prices starting from $143 and $154, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (95%), China Southern (91%), LATAM Airlines( 88%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles is $95. On average you can expect to pay $1,785. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $137.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 Detroit to Los Angeles

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Los Angeles. 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$89Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$133Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$246Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$295Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$318Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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