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Close dialog Prices are for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles for 1 adult in Economy. Flight times are based on nonstop flights or flights with the fewest stops available.
Flight information for Detroit to Los Angeles to help you plan your next trip.
| Cheapest round-trip flight | $167 | SpiritNonstop5 hrAug 16 — Aug 22 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Detroit to Los Angeles is currently $167 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $73 | Spirit1 stop7 hrJul 17 | The cheapest one-way flight from Detroit to Los Angeles is currently $73 | |
| Fastest flight | 4 hr 33 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Detroit to Los Angeles takes 4 hr 33 min | ||
| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Close dialog Typical prices for the least expensive flights for 1-week trips from Detroit to Los Angeles per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles is typically September. The most expensive one is typically March.
| September Cheapest | Typical prices: $130–215 |
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| March Most expensive | Typical prices: $190–385 |
Popular airports near Detroit
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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
Cleveland
2 hr 26 min
88 mi
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Toronto
3 hr 31 min
196 mi
Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
Grand Rapids
2 hr 15 min
131 mi
Popular airports near Los Angeles
Close dialog Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Los Angeles center and popularity with travelers.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles
31 min
12 mi
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)
Burbank
25 min
12 mi
Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)
Tijuana
2 hr 24 min
127 mi
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
Las Vegas
3 hr 58 min
224 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to Los Angeles
How long does it take to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles?
4 hr 33 min is the shortest flight time from Detroit to Los Angeles.
When are the cheapest days to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in September. Typical prices range from $130 to $215.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from Detroit to Los Angeles was with Spirit from $167. The best one-way deal was with Spirit from $73.
When are direct flights from Detroit to Los Angeles available?
There are direct flights from Detroit to Los Angeles on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?
Delta and Spirit fly direct from Detroit to Los Angeles.
What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Detroit to Los Angeles starts at $167 from Fri, Aug 16 to Thu, Aug 22. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $73 and departs on Wed, Jul 17.
When should you visit Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is a year-round destination. The weather's mostly warm and mild, with hotter temperatures Jul–Oct. Arts and cultural events happen regularly, including film festivals such as LA Film Fest (Jun) and AFI Fest (Nov). In summer, there are free outdoor concerts and film screenings at venues across the city. Other major annual events include the Academy Awards (Feb/Mar) and the LA Marathon (Feb/Mar).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
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Popular trips from Detroit
Close dialog These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months. Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Phoenix
$55
Sep 14 — Sep 21
Nonstop4 hr 12 minFrontier
Miami
$63
Aug 19 — Aug 28
Nonstop2 hr 50 minSpirit
Dublin
$419
Oct 31 — Nov 7
1 stop9 hr 45 minIcelandair
Seattle
$215
Aug 8 — Aug 15
1 stop9 hr 44 minFrontier
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