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$148+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Los Angeles (DTT - LAX)

DTT — LAX
Dec 10 — Dec 171
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Los Angeles are usually found in February or January, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

Fri 12/186:00 am -
Nonstop5h 03m
Tue 1/126:00 am -
1 stop15h 58m
Deal found 11/8$247
Mon 12/147:55 pm -
1 stop7h 04m
Sat 12/193:57 pm -
1 stop11h 23m
Deal found 11/5$248
Tue 12/87:34 pm -
1 stop7h 25m
Tue 12/225:59 pm -
1 stop12h 24m
Deal found 11/7$249
Sat 11/215:33 pm -
1 stop30h 36m
Tue 12/156:00 am -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 11/7$250
Wed 11/258:31 pm -
1 stop17h 12m
Tue 12/17:41 pm -
2 stops35h 07m
Deal found 11/6$251
Wed 12/97:34 pm -
2 stops19h 34m
Wed 12/166:00 am -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 11/9$252
Sat 12/124:11 pm -
1 stop10h 29m
Sat 12/193:57 pm -
1 stop11h 23m
Deal found 11/5$253
Fri 12/47:39 pm -
1 stop7h 18m
Wed 12/166:00 am -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 11/7$255
Thu 12/176:00 am -
Nonstop5h 03m
Thu 12/1712:58 am -
1 stop13h 42m
Deal found 11/5$256
Sat 12/127:34 pm -
1 stop7h 25m
Mon 1/411:25 pm -
Nonstop4h 31m
Deal found 11/7$257
Mon 12/77:55 pm -
1 stop7h 04m
Tue 12/87:41 pm -
2 stops14h 55m
Deal found 11/9$258

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$247
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$148
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$424

Good round-trip deal

$535 or less

Good one-way deal

$368 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-Los Angeles flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Detroit (DTT)-Los Angeles flights.
From Detroit (DTT) to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Los Angeles.

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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

$244

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/18

6:05 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$249

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/9

8:50 am-3:00 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$285

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/20

6:00 am-12:51 pm

1 stop9h 51m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$293

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/29

4:05 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$305

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/11

8:30 am-2:50 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$310

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/25

6:20 am-6:31 pm

2 stops15h 11m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$313

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/29

9:00 pm-1:25 am

1 stop7h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$330

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/30

3:45 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$335
Quickest round-trip

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LAX Los Angeles

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/9

8:25 am-10:24 am

Nonstop4h 59m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$349

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Los Angeles

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles (average of $302). Flying from Detroit to Los Angeles in September is currently the most expensive (average of $552). 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 DTT to LAX?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from Detroit to Los Angeles by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Detroit to Los Angeles flights typically cost between $314 and $565 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $247 on Frontier (Dec 18-Jan 12).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of 1-stop itineraries from Detroit to Los Angeles on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

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 to Los Angeles?

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 to Los Angeles?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 23m.

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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles?

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Detroit to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    Booking a flight from Detroit All airports (DTT) to Los Angeles (LAX) is your only option if you wish to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles. On a typical day, there are 7 flights from All airports to Los Angeles, all of which are around 4h 58m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 6 airlines when you book a flight from All airports to Los Angeles.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    Airlines like Delta and Southwest fly from Detroit to Los Angeles in about 5h 07m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 33m. There are 1974 mi between Detroit and Los Angeles. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Frontier, at $186, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and JetBlue. You may be able to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles for 53% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $100 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and JetBlue, with prices starting from $105 and $113, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit to Los Angeles are Air France (86%), China Eastern (82%) and LATAM Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $209. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Los Angeles) can be booked for $173 on average, our data indicates $1,224 when flying from Detroit to Los Angeles.

  • 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 to Los Angeles?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles (average of $302). Flying from Detroit to Los Angeles in September is currently the most expensive (average of $552). 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 6 airlines flying from Detroit to Los Angeles

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$186Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$230Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$236Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$368Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$390Average$647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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