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$104+ Cheap flights from California to Michigan

LAX — DTW
Oct 17 — Oct 241
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Cheapest flights from California to Michigan

Fri 10/1612:21 am -
Nonstop4h 13m
Tue 10/206:30 am -
1 stop6h 15m
Deal found 9/12$195
Sat 10/178:04 am -
1 stop8h 16m
Sat 10/248:01 pm -
Nonstop4h 50m
Deal found 9/13$198
Sat 10/1012:21 am -
Nonstop4h 13m
Thu 10/228:01 pm -
Nonstop4h 50m
Deal found 9/14$199
Wed 10/712:21 am -
Nonstop4h 13m
Sat 10/178:01 pm -
Nonstop4h 50m
Deal found 9/12$200
Wed 10/216:02 am -
1 stop8h 48m
Sat 10/249:00 am -
1 stop11h 00m
Deal found 9/14$200
Wed 10/712:21 am -
Nonstop4h 13m
Tue 10/138:01 pm -
Nonstop4h 50m
Deal found 9/16$201
Thu 10/88:35 pm -
1 stop6h 41m
Tue 10/136:30 am -
1 stop5h 59m
Deal found 9/15$201
Wed 10/75:20 pm -
1 stop9h 57m
Fri 10/98:01 pm -
Nonstop4h 50m
Deal found 9/16$202
Thu 10/152:41 pm -
1 stop8h 18m
Sat 10/246:30 am -
2 stops16h 31m
Deal found 9/16$203
Fri 10/308:35 pm -
1 stop6h 38m
Fri 11/66:30 am -
1 stop6h 12m
Deal found 9/15$203
Thu 10/1512:21 am -
Nonstop4h 13m
Sat 10/246:30 am -
2 stops18h 16m
Deal found 9/16$205
Fri 10/308:06 pm -
1 stop7h 34m
Mon 11/210:26 am -
1 stop9h 27m
Deal found 9/16$206

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$195
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$104
(Frontier)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$551

Good round-trip deal

$307 or less

Good one-way deal

$191 or less
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From California to Michigan
One-way flight from California to Michigan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($79 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Michigan.
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Los AngelesChicago

LAX Los Angeles - MDW Chicago Midway

LAXMDW

Los Angeles

Mon 10/19

11:55 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$109

Los AngelesChicago

LAX Los Angeles - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Mon 10/19

10:40 pm-11:24 am

1 stop10h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$109

Los AngelesChicago

LAX Los Angeles - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Mon 11/9

5:59 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop3h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$109

Los AngelesChicago

LAX Los Angeles - MDW Chicago Midway

LAXMDW

Los Angeles

Thu 11/12

2:00 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$119

Los AngelesChicago

LAX Los Angeles - MDW Chicago Midway

LAXMDW

Los Angeles

Thu 10/29

8:15 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$119

Los AngelesChicago

LAX Los Angeles - MDW Chicago Midway

LAXMDW

Los Angeles

Wed 11/18

12:35 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$119

Los AngelesChicago

LAX Los Angeles - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Wed 10/14

7:05 am-4:53 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$119

Los AngelesChicago

LAX Los Angeles - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sun 11/8

7:05 am-4:53 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$119

Los AngelesChicago

LAX Los Angeles - MDW Chicago Midway

LAXMDW

Los Angeles

Wed 11/18

1:20 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops7h 05m

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$124

OntarioChicago

ONT Ontario - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

ONTORD

Ontario

Sat 11/14

5:59 pm-9:04 am

2 stops13h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$124

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Best time to book a flight from California to Michigan

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Michigan from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Michigan

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Michigan (average of $456). Flying from California to Michigan in July is currently the most expensive (average of $563). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to MI?

It’s optimal to fly from California to Michigan in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 3% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from California to Michigan

The most flights from USCA to USMI are scheduled on a Monday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Michigan?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
California to Michigan flights typically cost between $386 and $683 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $330 on Frontier (Oct 15-Oct 18).

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Michigan?

Booking 39 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from California to Michigan. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Michigan?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Michigan flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Michigan

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from California to Michigan by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Related info for your journey

  • What airports serve California to Michigan flights?

    The airports that serve flights from California to Michigan all vary on the location in both California and Michigan. California airports that serve flights out to Michigan include San Diego International Airport, located in San Diego, and Long Beach Municipal Airport and are two of the many airports that will serve flights from California to Michigan. Airports that are located in Michigan that serve flights from California also vary on the location in Michigan. Gerald R. Ford International Airport is an airport located in Kent County, Michigan that will accept flights from California as well as Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport which is located in Romulus, Michigan.

  • Which airlines fly directly from California to Michigan?

    Airlines that fly directly from California to Michigan can vary on location. When flying from San Diego to Grand Rapids, the airlines vary from United Airlines and American Airlines. The prices when flying from San Diego International to Gerald R. Ford International Airport can vary price on dates and times. When flying from California to Michigan from Long Beach Municipal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, American Airlines and Delta Airlines have many flights available.

  • What are the stopover options between California to Michigan?

    Stopover options from California to Michigan vary on the locations chosen. When flying from Long Beach to Detroit, there is typically one stopover for the flight which is to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, located in Phoenix, Arizona. There is the possibility of two stopovers where the locations can not only be Phoenix but also at the Chicago O’Hare International Airport, which is located in Illinois with flight times vary from 6h 22m-10h. When flying from San Diego to Grand Rapids there is typically one stopover with locations varying from Denver, Colorado to Chicago Illinois..

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from California to Michigan?

    Due to California and Michigan being located within the United States, if you are a US Citizen there will be no need for you to have a visa in order to visit either state due to it being considered a domestic flight. All that you will be required to have is a form of photo identification which could be a passport, or a driver’s license.

  • Which greenest airlines fly between Michigan and California?

    If you wish to go from California to Michigan on a green aircraft, consider purchasing flight tickets with United Airlines, Delta Airlines, or Alaska Airlines. These carriers have begun using fuel optimizing technologies to reduce their excessive reliance on petroleum use as well as greenhouse gas emissions. Many airlines have also switched out their complicated, loud, and big engines for lighter, more modern ones to reduce noise pollution.

  • What strategies could be used to find a carrier between California and Michigan that supports environmental initiatives?

    Find out more about the numerous environmental initiatives provided by the main airlines that operate on this route, such as Juneyao Airlines, before you can make your booking. You can learn more about sustainability efforts by looking through their Environmental, Social, and Governance reports. As part of the process of developing their ESG Reports, airlines carry out periodic inspections of transportation services and airports. It is also possible to keep track of the actions done by the various airlines to sustain commitment to the environment thanks to the Environmental Assessment for Airports and Ground Service Providers(IEnVA) publications from the IATA.

  • Can somebody taking a flight from California to Michigan still live sustainably?

    Traveling from California to Michigan responsibly is doable if you just bring what is absolutely required. The aircraft's decreased weight would cause its carbon dioxide emissions to drop significantly. Going economy is another realistic method to travel sustainably, especially if you want to lessen the co2 emissions that each seat generates.

  • How long is the flight from California to Michigan?

    For as low as $217, United Airlines can have you in Michigan from California in 3h 56m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1740 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Michigan one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Allegiant Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $54. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Michigan for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Michigan that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Michigan flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Michigan?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Michigan?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Michigan by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Michigan (average of $456). Flying from California to Michigan in July is currently the most expensive (average of $563). 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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Alternative routes for California to Michigan

Top 9 airlines flying from California to Michigan

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$126Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$149Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$242Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$272Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$325Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$449Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

Helpful tips for your next trip to Michigan

  • Buses and trains are a more ecologically sound choices for getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to numerous locations in Michigan because they emit less CO2 onto highways than individual vehicles.
  • If you want to fly from California to Michigan using an airport that advocates for sound environmental initiatives, think about using Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). There are plans in place to eliminate single-use plastics from LAX's commercial operations.
  • If you want to arrive in an environmentally friendly airport when heading to Michigan from California, think about arriving at DTW Airport. In an effort to continue being environmentally responsible, this airport has started adding solar electricity production projects into place.

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