How many flights depart from Detroit to Los Angeles on average per day?

The number of flights available between Detroit and Los Angeles is 18 per day as of July 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00a.m., with 46% of daily flights leaving at noon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Air, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to Los Angeles

How many flights depart from Detroit to Los Angeles on average per week?

As of July 2025, there are 126 flights per week flying from Detroit to Los Angeles. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 25% of flights taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to Los Angeles?

Spirit Airlines, Delta and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from Detroit according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 87% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport?

Prices for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport?

There are 3 operators available for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport as of July 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Los Angeles Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Los Angeles Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

C$ 84 Cheap Flights from Detroit to Los Angeles in 2025

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Los Angeles?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from C$ 244 to C$ 441. The lowest price recently found on this route was C$ 149.

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12:16 p.m. - 2:17 p.m.DTW-LAX

5h 01mdirect

12:15 p.m. - 7:43 p.m.LAX-DTW

4h 28mdirect

C$ 149Spirit Airlines

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Fri, 12 Dec - Mon, 15 Dec

12:16 p.m. - 2:17 p.m.DTW-LAX

5h 01mdirect

10:03 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.LAX-DTW

4h 27mdirect

C$ 163Spirit Airlines

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Thu, 11 Dec - Mon, 15 Dec

8:55 p.m. - 10:59 p.m.DTW-LAX

5h 04mdirect

5:30 a.m. - 12:56 p.m.LAX-DTW

4h 26mdirect

C$ 164Spirit Airlines

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Fri, 17 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct

9:20 p.m. - 11:09 p.m.DTW-LAX

4h 49mdirect

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C$ 166Spirit Airlines

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Wed, 3 Sep - Fri, 19 Sep

5:30 p.m. - 7:13 p.m.DTW-LAX

4h 43mdirect

10:28 a.m. - 5:53 p.m.LAX-DTW

4h 25mdirect

C$ 170Spirit Airlines

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Wed, 27 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep

1:13 p.m. - 3:12 p.m.DTW-LAX

4h 59mdirect

10:35 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.LAX-DTW

4h 25mdirect

C$ 175Spirit Airlines

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5:30 p.m. - 7:13 p.m.DTW-LAX

4h 43mdirect

10:37 p.m. - 6:07 a.m.LAX-DTW

4h 30mdirect

C$ 177Spirit Airlines

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Tue, 2 Sep - Thu, 18 Sep

9:29 p.m. - 11:34 p.m.DTW-LAX

5h 05mdirect

10:03 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.LAX-DTW

4h 27mdirect

C$ 178Spirit Airlines

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Sat, 8 Nov - Sun, 16 Nov

8:40 p.m. - 8:17 a.m.DTW-LAX

14h 37m1 stop

10:28 a.m. - 5:53 p.m.LAX-DTW

4h 25mdirect

C$ 181Spirit Airlines

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Wed, 27 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep

9:33 a.m. - 11:17 a.m.DTW-LAX

4h 44mdirect

5:30 a.m. - 12:56 p.m.LAX-DTW

4h 26mdirect

C$ 192Spirit Airlines

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Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

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12 Dec

DTW12:16 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5h 01m

LAX2:17 p.m.Los Angeles

15 Dec

LAX12:15 p.m.Los Angeles

4h 28m

DTW7:43 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 149

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Spirit Airlines

11 Dec

DTW12:16 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5h 01m

LAX2:17 p.m.Los Angeles

15 Dec

LAX10:03 p.m.Los Angeles

4h 27m

DTW5:30 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 163

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17 Oct

DTW8:55 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5h 04m

LAX10:59 p.m.Los Angeles

19 Oct

LAX5:30 a.m.Los Angeles

4h 26m

DTW12:56 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 164

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1 Aug

DTW10:53 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14h 51m

1 stop

LAX10:44 p.m.Los Angeles

30 Aug

LAX11:55 p.m.Los Angeles

7h 01m

1 stop

DTW9:56 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 538

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1 Aug

DTW10:53 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14h 51m

1 stop

LAX10:44 p.m.Los Angeles

31 Aug

LAX11:55 p.m.Los Angeles

7h 19m

1 stop

DTW10:14 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 566

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1 Aug

DTW10:53 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14h 51m

1 stop

LAX10:44 p.m.Los Angeles

8 Aug

LAX8:59 a.m.Los Angeles

6h 12m

1 stop

DTW6:11 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Fri 12/12

12:16 p.m.-2:17 p.m.

Nonstop5h 01m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/12

12:15 p.m.-7:43 p.m.

Nonstop4h 28m

C$ 149

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DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/12

12:16 p.m.-2:17 p.m.

Nonstop5h 01m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/12

10:03 p.m.-5:30 a.m.

Nonstop4h 27m

C$ 163

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 17/10

8:55 p.m.-10:59 p.m.

Nonstop5h 04m

Los Angeles

Sun 19/10

5:30 a.m.-12:56 p.m.

Nonstop4h 26m

C$ 164

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/9

9:20 p.m.-11:09 p.m.

Nonstop4h 49m

Los Angeles

Fri 19/9

10:37 p.m.-6:07 a.m.

Nonstop4h 30m

C$ 166

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DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 27/8

5:30 p.m.-7:13 p.m.

Nonstop4h 43m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/9

10:28 a.m.-5:53 p.m.

Nonstop4h 25m

C$ 170

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 13/9

1:13 p.m.-3:12 p.m.

Nonstop4h 59m

Los Angeles

Sun 21/9

10:35 p.m.-6:00 a.m.

Nonstop4h 25m

C$ 175

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/9

5:30 p.m.-7:13 p.m.

Nonstop4h 43m

Los Angeles

Thu 18/9

10:37 p.m.-6:07 a.m.

Nonstop4h 30m

C$ 177

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/11

9:29 p.m.-11:34 p.m.

Nonstop5h 05m

Los Angeles

Sun 16/11

10:03 p.m.-5:30 a.m.

Nonstop4h 27m

C$ 178

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 27/8

8:40 p.m.-8:17 a.m.

1 stop14h 37m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/9

10:28 a.m.-5:53 p.m.

Nonstop4h 25m

C$ 181

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/9

9:33 a.m.-11:17 a.m.

Nonstop4h 44m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/9

5:30 a.m.-12:56 p.m.

Nonstop4h 26m

C$ 192

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Los Angeles?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from Detroit, with most prices found around C$ 298. If you’re not able to fly to Los Angeles in January, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Detroit to Los Angeles during August average around C$ 302.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Los Angeles from Detroit. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was C$ 279. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Los Angeles is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around C$ 346.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles when you can find flight prices for as low as C$ 303. Flying to Los Angeles in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around C$ 327. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Los Angeles flight route?

Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles for the best Detroit - Los Angeles flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around C$ 401 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Detroit for as low as C$ 291 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Detroit to Los Angeles flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit to Los Angeles flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Detroit to Los Angeles.

How have Detroit to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for Detroit to Los Angeles flights are approximately 24% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

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Best price found	C$ 84
Fastest flight time	4h 43m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Los Angeles	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from Detroit in the past 72 hours is C$ 84. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 149.

The fastest flight from Detroit to Los Angeles takes 4h 43m

Direct flights go from Detroit to Los Angeles every day.

There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)

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How far is Detroit to Los Angeles by plane?
The straight-line distance from Detroit to Los Angeles is 3188.5 km. By plane, this route typically takes 4h 43m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport?
There are 3 operators available for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Los Angeles Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Los Angeles Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Detroit to Los Angeles is Airbus A321-100/200, representing 30.86% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-900 at 18.64%, Airbus A321neo at 17.80%, and Airbus A320-100/200 at 11.39%.
What is the most popular airline from Detroit to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Detroit to Los Angeles is Spirit Airlines, representing 88% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Frontier at 4%, Southwest at 3%, and Delta at 3%.

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 160	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,048 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom C$ 178	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.9 3,239 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom C$ 274	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights

Delta Flights From Detroit to Los Angeles
Delta flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles start from C$ 199 round-trip. Over the 13 Delta flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually C$ 332 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Spirit Airlines Flights From Detroit to Los Angeles
Across 8,048 Spirit Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 6.3/10. Spirit Airlines flies from Detroit to Los Angeles about 14 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from C$ 116 to C$ 202. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Los Angeles?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

What is the cheapest Detroit to Los Angeles flight route?

Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles for the best Detroit - Los Angeles flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

What cabin class options are available on Detroit to Los Angeles flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit to Los Angeles flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Detroit to Los Angeles.

How have Detroit to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for Detroit to Los Angeles flights are approximately 24% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Air, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to Los Angeles

Which airlines fly to Los Angeles?

How many flights depart from Detroit to Los Angeles on average per day?

The number of flights available between Detroit and Los Angeles is 18 per day as of July 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00a.m., with 46% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Detroit to Los Angeles on average per week?

As of July 2025, there are 126 flights per week flying from Detroit to Los Angeles. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 25% of flights taking off on this day.

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