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$89+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Pasadena, CA

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LAX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Pasadena are usually found in January or September, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Pasadena

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Round-trip from

$171
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$89
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$315
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Pasadena
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Pasadena
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Pasadena. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/231:45 pmDTW - LAX
Nonstop4h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/25:30 amLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$171
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1812:18 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop12h 22mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/2512:49 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop7h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$241
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/233:28 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop8h 57mFrontier
Wed 8/276:45 amLAX - DTW
1 stop11h 58mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$261
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/35:05 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop26h 36mSun Country Air
Sat 7/511:50 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop6h 21mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/126:25 amDTW - LAX
Nonstop4h 45mDelta
Mon 7/1412:25 amLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 29mDelta
Deal found 6/9$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:30 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Tue 9/3010:55 amLAX - DTW
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/127:00 amDTW - LAX
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/1312:40 amLAX - DTW
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$319

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Pasadena 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pasadena that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Pasadena

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/23

1:45 pm-3:36 pm

Nonstop4h 51m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

5:30 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$171

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/28

12:53 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop11h 32m

Los Angeles

Sun 7/6

7:45 pm-3:28 pm

1 stop16h 43m

$253

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/3

5:05 pm-4:41 pm

1 stop26h 36m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/9

11:55 pm-9:11 am

1 stop6h 16m

$285

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/12

6:25 am-8:10 am

Nonstop4h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 7/14

12:25 am-7:54 am

Nonstop4h 29m

$299

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/25

7:30 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/30

10:55 am-10:30 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$302

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/27

3:51 pm-12:25 am

1 stop11h 34m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/31

3:30 pm-12:44 am

1 stop6h 14m

$304

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/26

4:51 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 57m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

3:40 pm-5:05 am

1 stop10h 25m

$318

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/6

10:49 am-3:55 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/10

12:10 am-10:23 am

1 stop7h 13m

$319

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/20

6:44 pm-6:18 am

1 stop14h 34m

$89

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/4

10:05 am-4:41 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$143

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Pasadena

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pasadena is 37 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pasadena (average of $246). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pasadena in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to P4S?

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

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pasadena, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Pasadena. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pasadena

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Pasadena. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to P4S are scheduled on a Monday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

Rainfall in Pasadena by month

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

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

Temperature in Pasadena by month

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Pasadena

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pasadena. 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 Pasadena. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Detroit to Pasadena. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Pasadena. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Pasadena?

    For a flight from Detroit to Pasadena, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is just 17.3 mi from the center of the city. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the only Detroit airport and it handles 23 outbound flights to Pasadena per day. 7 airlines have flights to Pasadena from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County on a regular basis.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $89. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sun Country Air and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pasadena for a low price.

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

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

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pasadena? While on average our users pay $1,785, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $95. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Los Angeles), is priced around $137.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Pasadena?

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pasadena (average of $246). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pasadena in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Detroit to Pasadena

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Pasadena. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$89Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$133Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$246Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$295Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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