$143+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles (DTW - LAX)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LAX
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Los AngelesExplore 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 October 30, 2026.
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 October 30, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/227:51 am -
1 stop11h 21m
Thu 12/318:58 am -
2 stops13h 00m
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$244
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/238:28 pm -
1 stop6h 53m
Fri 1/16:00 am -
1 stop15h 58m
Deal found 10/27![Frontier logo]()
$245
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/48:35 pm -
1 stop6h 48m
Fri 11/612:26 am -
1 stop8h 17m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$246
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/26:25 am -
1 stop8h 54m
Fri 11/612:26 am -
1 stop8h 17m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$247
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 10/318:35 pm -
1 stop6h 48m
Mon 11/166:00 am -
1 stop10h 41m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$248
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/217:51 am -
1 stop11h 13m
Tue 1/512:31 pm -
2 stops9h 27m
Deal found 10/27![Frontier logo]()
$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/187:00 am -
1 stop10h 29m
Fri 11/2011:38 am -
1 stop10h 31m
Deal found 10/30![Frontier logo]()
$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/157:34 pm -
1 stop7h 25m
Mon 12/288:05 pm -
1 stop6h 43m
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$251
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/187:00 am -
2 stops12h 16m
Wed 11/2511:38 am -
1 stop10h 31m
Deal found 10/27![Frontier logo]()
$252
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/177:51 am -
1 stop11h 13m
Sun 12/204:59 pm -
1 stop28h 59m
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$253
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 12/127:34 pm -
1 stop7h 25m
Sun 12/205:59 pm -
1 stop13h 07m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$254
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.
Tue 12/88:00 am -
1 stop10h 25m
Tue 12/87:41 pm -
1 stop6h 51m
Deal found 10/26![Frontier logo]()
$255
Best flights from Detroit to Los AngelesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/215:45 am -
1 stop11h 07m
Mon 1/257:00 am -
1 stop11h 53m
Deal found 10/25![JetBlue logo]()
$388
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/185:45 pm -
2 stops22h 43m
Wed 11/257:00 pm -
1 stop19h 51m
Deal found 10/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$444
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 12/235:25 pm -
2 stops9h 30m
Wed 12/3012:40 pm -
2 stops8h 55m
Deal found 10/28![Southwest logo]()
$495
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/307:22 am -
1 stop7h 54m
Thu 12/310:57 am -
1 stop9h 54m
Deal found 10/29![American Airlines logo]()
$508
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/217:10 am -
1 stop15h 22m
Sun 1/246:00 am -
Nonstop4h 27m
Deal found 10/25![Delta logo]()
$511
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/228:30 pm -
Nonstop5h 12m
Wed 1/276:00 am -
Nonstop4h 27m
Deal found 10/25![Delta logo]()
$519
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/96:25 pm -
Nonstop5h 06m
Sat 4/175:30 am -
Nonstop4h 34m
Deal found 10/27![Delta logo]()
$519
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Tue 4/204:59 pm -
Nonstop5h 07m
Sun 4/257:35 am -
Nonstop4h 21m
Deal found 10/29![Delta logo]()
$519
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 12/258:26 am -
Nonstop5h 06m
Mon 1/43:59 pm -
Nonstop4h 26m
Deal found 10/28![Delta logo]()
$519
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/218:30 pm -
Nonstop5h 12m
Mon 1/256:00 am -
Nonstop4h 27m
Deal found 10/25![Delta logo]()
$519
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/188:30 pm -
Nonstop5h 12m
Tue 1/261:32 pm -
Nonstop4h 28m
Deal found 10/25![Delta logo]()
$519
Last-minute flights from Detroit to Los AngelesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles. Data last updated October 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles. Data last updated October 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 10/318:35 pm -
1 stop6h 48m
Mon 11/166:00 am -
1 stop10h 41m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$248
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/318:35 pm -
1 stop6h 48m
Sat 11/284:29 pm -
Nonstop4h 24m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$256
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/26:25 am -
1 stop8h 54m
Fri 11/612:26 am -
1 stop8h 17m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$247
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/48:35 pm -
1 stop6h 48m
Fri 11/612:26 am -
1 stop8h 17m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$246
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/58:35 pm -
1 stop6h 48m
Fri 11/2712:59 am -
1 stop6h 43m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$245
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/57:00 am -
1 stop10h 29m
Fri 11/61:20 pm -
1 stop8h 24m
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$253
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1312:10 pm -
1 stop12h 20m
Mon 11/168:30 pm -
1 stop11h 49m
Deal found 10/28![JetBlue logo]()
$244
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1610:28 pm -
2 stops20h 48m
Fri 11/278:15 am -
2 stops13h 54m
Deal found 10/26![Frontier logo]()
$255
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/187:00 am -
1 stop10h 29m
Fri 11/2011:38 am -
1 stop10h 31m
Deal found 10/30![Frontier logo]()
$250
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/187:00 am -
2 stops12h 16m
Wed 11/2511:38 am -
1 stop10h 31m
Deal found 10/27![Frontier logo]()
$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/2412:36 pm -
1 stop11h 33m
Fri 12/411:45 am -
1 stop6h 00m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$249
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Tue 11/246:41 am -
1 stop7h 39m
Wed 12/27:41 pm -
1 stop7h 03m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$254
One-way flights from Detroit to Los AngelesSearch for one-way flight options from Detroit to Los Angeles. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to Los Angeles. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
This Super.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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/208:31 pm -
1 stop22h 23m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/26![Frontier logo]()
$143
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/68:35 pm -
1 stop6h 48m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$144
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/188:28 pm -
2 stops21h 07m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/27![Frontier logo]()
$145
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.
Wed 11/116:00 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/27![Frontier logo]()
$146
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.
Sun 11/227:15 am -
1 stop11h 39m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/26![Frontier logo]()
$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/1610:28 pm -
2 stops20h 48m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$149
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1212:10 pm -
1 stop10h 06m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/30![JetBlue logo]()
$150
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/46:10 am -
1 stop9h 26m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/28![JetBlue logo]()
$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/227:51 am -
2 stops17h 39m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$152
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/24:36 pm -
1 stop10h 18m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/27![American Airlines logo]()
$154
Find flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $244 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $143 (Super.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $499 |
Good round-trip deal | $557 or less |
Good one-way deal | $401 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Los Angeles 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
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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Cheapest round-trip
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 12/3
6:30 am-12:45 pm
2 stops9h 15m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$234
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 12/23
5:25 pm-11:55 pm
2 stops9h 30m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$234
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 12/1
11:16 am-8:40 pm
1 stop12h 24m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$237
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 11/24
5:25 pm-11:55 pm
2 stops9h 30m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$262
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 12/29
3:45 pm-10:40 pm
2 stops9h 55m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$377
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 11/18
2:15 pm-8:05 pm
2 stops8h 50m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$377
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 1/20
12:15 pm-2:23 pm
Nonstop5h 08m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$379
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 11/26
6:20 pm-8:25 pm
Nonstop5h 05m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$379
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 1/19
8:30 pm-10:42 pm
Nonstop5h 12m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$379
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 12/14
8:31 pm-10:34 pm
Nonstop5h 03m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$379
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Compare providers for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?
Booking 79 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles (average of $305). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $549). 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 October 30, 2026.
Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
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 October 24, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Thursday 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.
How often are flights from Detroit to Los Angeles delayed?
About 15% of weekly flights between Detroit and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 150 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Detroit to Los Angeles flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Detroit to Los Angeles flights?
Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Phoenix (PHX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 30% of 1-stop itineraries from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Phoenix (PHX) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $193.
What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Chicago (MDW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 55m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Boston (BOS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 34m.
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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 October 30, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andJetBlue from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.4
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.4
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.4
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.4
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.4
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.4
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$185 | Average$351 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$222 | Average$357 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$497 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$238 | Average$338 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$368 | Average$545 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$389 | Average$643 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |