$149+ 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 10/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LAX
Oct 18 — Oct 251
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 September 18, 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 September 18, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 12/107:25 am -
2 stops18h 39m
Tue 12/157:41 pm -
1 stop6h 51m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$261
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/2310:29 pm -
2 stops14h 55m
Thu 10/296:00 am -
1 stop10h 40m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$262
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/2312:51 pm -
1 stop14h 43m
Sat 10/312:03 pm -
1 stop6h 48m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 11/197:15 am -
1 stop10h 52m
Tue 12/16:00 am -
1 stop16h 09m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$264
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 11/68:35 pm -
1 stop21h 11m
Mon 11/92:31 pm -
1 stop22h 03m
Deal found 9/18![Frontier logo]()
$265
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 11/210:28 pm -
2 stops13h 51m
Sat 11/1411:42 am -
2 stops18h 37m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$266
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 12/246:00 am -
1 stop18h 14m
Wed 12/306:00 am -
1 stop15h 51m
Deal found 9/18![Frontier logo]()
$267
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sat 10/1710:38 am -
2 stops16h 51m
Tue 10/202:01 pm -
1 stop22h 33m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$268
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 11/1212:40 pm -
1 stop15h 07m
Mon 11/235:54 pm -
1 stop8h 52m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$269
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Wed 10/287:00 am -
1 stop6h 47m
Sun 11/19:35 pm -
1 stop13h 17m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$271
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/178:35 pm -
1 stop17h 12m
Mon 11/3010:04 pm -
1 stop13h 16m
Deal found 9/16![Frontier logo]()
$273
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/67:08 am -
1 stop10h 31m
Tue 10/136:00 am -
1 stop10h 40m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$274
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 September 18, 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 September 18, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/137:00 am -
2 stops14h 24m
Tue 10/203:37 pm -
2 stops11h 03m
Deal found 9/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$439
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/227:45 am -
1 stop9h 32m
Mon 11/169:35 pm -
1 stop10h 44m
Deal found 9/16![JetBlue logo]()
$526
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 1/188:20 pm -
Nonstop5h 15m
Sat 1/233:36 pm -
Nonstop4h 30m
Deal found 9/13![Delta logo]()
$579
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Thu 10/221:55 pm -
2 stops10h 10m
Mon 10/265:30 am -
2 stops8h 25m
Deal found 9/13![Southwest logo]()
$609
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/277:00 am -
2 stops14h 24m
Mon 11/26:45 pm -
2 stops19h 02m
Deal found 9/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$515
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/208:32 am -
Nonstop5h 13m
Wed 1/275:30 am -
Nonstop4h 34m
Deal found 9/16![Delta logo]()
$579
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 1/712:40 pm -
Nonstop5h 06m
Fri 1/1510:30 pm -
Nonstop4h 30m
Deal found 9/17![Delta logo]()
$579
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 12/226:30 pm -
Nonstop5h 02m
Tue 1/510:30 pm -
Nonstop4h 30m
Deal found 9/13![Delta logo]()
$579
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 1/154:59 pm -
Nonstop5h 07m
Fri 1/229:35 am -
Nonstop4h 31m
Deal found 9/17![Delta logo]()
$579
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 2/18:20 pm -
Nonstop5h 15m
Sun 2/75:30 am -
Nonstop4h 34m
Deal found 9/17![Delta logo]()
$599
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Wed 11/412:40 pm -
Nonstop4h 53m
Sun 11/810:05 pm -
Nonstop4h 16m
Deal found 9/17![Delta logo]()
$599
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Wed 10/218:40 am -
Nonstop4h 55m
Sat 10/246:00 am -
Nonstop4h 24m
Deal found 9/17![Delta logo]()
$599
Last-minute flights from Detroit to Los AngelesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles. Data last updated September 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles. Data last updated September 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/67:08 am -
1 stop10h 31m
Tue 10/136:00 am -
1 stop10h 40m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$274
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/610:37 am -
1 stop7h 46m
Mon 10/1910:38 pm -
1 stop12h 30m
Deal found 9/14![Frontier logo]()
$280
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1110:38 am -
2 stops48h 11m
Wed 10/142:01 pm -
1 stop6h 54m
Deal found 9/15![Frontier logo]()
$276
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/168:35 pm -
1 stop21h 05m
Tue 10/202:01 pm -
1 stop22h 33m
Deal found 9/16![Frontier logo]()
$275
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/168:35 pm -
2 stops16h 49m
Wed 10/212:01 pm -
1 stop6h 54m
Deal found 9/16![Frontier logo]()
$277
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sat 10/1710:38 am -
2 stops16h 51m
Tue 10/202:01 pm -
1 stop22h 33m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/198:59 pm -
2 stops18h 03m
Wed 10/212:01 pm -
1 stop6h 54m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$278
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/2310:29 pm -
2 stops14h 55m
Thu 10/296:00 am -
1 stop10h 40m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$262
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/2312:51 pm -
1 stop14h 43m
Sat 10/312:03 pm -
1 stop6h 48m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$263
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Wed 10/287:00 am -
1 stop6h 47m
Sun 11/19:35 pm -
1 stop13h 17m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$271
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/293:02 pm -
2 stops12h 45m
Tue 11/311:42 am -
1 stop9h 09m
Deal found 9/16![Frontier logo]()
$273
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 September 18, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to Los Angeles. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 18, 2026.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sat 10/1710:38 am -
1 stop7h 22m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$149
This Jetabroad 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/237:50 am -
1 stop27h 17m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Frontier logo]()
$152
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1212:40 pm -
1 stop15h 07m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Frontier logo]()
$153
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/2212:51 pm -
1 stop14h 43m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Frontier logo]()
$155
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sat 10/310:37 am -
1 stop7h 46m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Frontier logo]()
$156
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/146:00 am -
2 stops18h 01m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Frontier logo]()
$157
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/510:27 pm -
1 stop19h 56m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Frontier logo]()
$158
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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.
Wed 10/77:15 am -
1 stop12h 08m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/18![Frontier logo]()
$161
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/196:00 am -
1 stop10h 56m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Frontier logo]()
$162
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 September 18, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $261 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $149 (Cheapflightsfares) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $546 |
Good round-trip deal | $559 or less |
Good one-way deal | $358 or less |
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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 September 18, 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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DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 12/17
6:15 pm-11:25 pm
2 stops8h 10m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$224
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 12/12
6:42 am-10:32 pm
3 stops18h 50m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$338
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 10/24
12:40 pm-2:33 pm
Nonstop4h 53m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$369
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 12/13
6:18 pm-8:18 pm
Nonstop5h 00m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$369
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 10/18
8:40 am-10:35 am
Nonstop4h 55m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$369
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 11/11
4:51 pm-6:50 pm
Nonstop4h 59m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$369
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 12/15
4:55 pm-6:52 pm
Nonstop4h 57m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$369
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 10/22
8:42 pm-10:34 pm
Nonstop4h 52m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$369
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 12/14
8:31 pm-10:34 pm
Nonstop5h 03m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$369
DetroitLos Angeles
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
DTWLAX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 12/10
8:25 am-10:24 am
Nonstop4h 59m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$369
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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 September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| 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 $297). 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 September 18, 2026.
Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% 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 September 12, 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 149 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 27% 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 Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 31m.
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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 September 18, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines 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.
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8.1
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8.0
Entertainment
7.5
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8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
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10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
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10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
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$180 | Average$336 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$230 | Average$411 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$326 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$477 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$368 | Average$539 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$386 | Average$628 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |