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C$ 255 Find Cheap Flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles departing on 19/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Detroit to Los Angeles, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 437
Typical prices: C$ 250-C$ 622
Frontier
Thu 13/8Mon 17/8
DTW - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 778
Typical prices: C$ 369-C$ 795
Delta
Fri 11/12Sat 19/12
DTW - LAX • Direct
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Delta free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members adds value on Detroit-Los Angeles flights.
Delta Comfort Plus adds up to 8 cm extra legroom for a more comfortable trip.
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Cheapest • from C$ 437 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.8 score
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You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 4h 44m
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Most punctual • 86% on-time
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 405 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 45m (one-way)
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Los Angeles (DTW-LAX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit to Los Angeles that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles

Thu, 13 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug
Frontier Logo
10:37 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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LAX
9h 53m
1 stop
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9:09 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
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DTW
6h 51m
1 stop
C$ 437Frontier
Fri, 25 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
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5:30 p.m. - 12:55 a.m.
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LAX
10h 25m
1 stop
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8:25 p.m. - 11:20 a.m.
LAX
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DTW
11h 55m
1 stop
C$ 439JetBlue
Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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8:00 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.
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LAX
9h 15m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
10:30 p.m. - 11:21 a.m.
LAX
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DTW
9h 51m
1 stop
C$ 441JetBlue
Sun, 16 Aug - Thu, 27 Aug
Frontier Logo
9:06 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
DTW
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LAX
11h 24m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
4:15 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.
LAX
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DTW
12h 15m
1 stop
C$ 443Frontier
Sat, 25 Jul - Mon, 27 Jul
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6:10 a.m. - 4:54 p.m.
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LAX
13h 44m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:00 p.m. - 11:55 a.m.
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DTW
9h 55m
1 stop
C$ 444Frontier
Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
Frontier Logo
9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
DTW
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LAX
11h 30m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
5:58 p.m. - 10:04 a.m.
LAX
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DTW
13h 06m
2 stops
C$ 451Frontier
Wed, 12 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug
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11:49 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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LAX
8h 41m
1 stop
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9:39 a.m. - 1:04 a.m.
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DTW
12h 25m
2 stops
C$ 454Frontier
Sat, 15 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
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8:30 a.m. - 3:05 p.m.
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LAX
9h 35m
1 stop
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10:15 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.
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DTW
10h 44m
2 stops
C$ 456Frontier
Fri, 14 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug
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6:10 a.m. - 4:54 p.m.
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LAX
13h 44m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:49 p.m. - 11:25 a.m.
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DTW
11h 36m
1 stop
C$ 467Frontier
Tue, 4 Aug - Tue, 11 Aug
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9:06 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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LAX
11h 24m
1 stop
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2:01 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
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DTW
13h 59m
2 stops
C$ 468Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Los Angeles flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to Los Angeles to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles departing in August.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles is August, where tickets cost C$ 400 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 771 and C$ 571 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of C$ 468, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 29% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Los Angeles

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

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Expert on Delta and LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Low seasonJune
Cheapest flightC$ 255
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 53% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Detroit to Los Angeles: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Detroit to Los Angeles 
AndreaFlew with Spirit Airlines
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LAX
Feb 2026
I chose Spirit because it was a lot cheaper. Expect a very uncomfortable seat for basic economy. Bring something to do because there is no back of the seat entertainment screen.
AngeliqueFlew with Spirit Airlines
DTW
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LAX
Nov 2025
Know there is a shuttle to exit or get baggage

FAQs for booking Detroit to Los Angeles flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles was C$ 255 for a one-way ticket and C$ 437 for a round-trip.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Detroit to Los Angeles flight route: Delta, JetBlue, Aeromexico, American Airlines, Air Canada, and United Airlines.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Detroit to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Detroit and Los Angeles.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    There are direct flights from Detroit to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles, Delta or Frontier?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles are Delta and Frontier. With an average price for the route of C$ 708 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. Frontier is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 330 and an overall rating of 5.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Detroit to Los Angeles.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from Detroit is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles from Detroit up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 850 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Los Angeles?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles Los Angeles.
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles Los Angeles

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Los Angeles Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

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Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Detroit to Los Angeles

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Detroit to Los Angeles. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Detroit to Los Angeles? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
DeltaOverall score based on 8449 reviews
7.2Food
7.8Comfort
8.5Crew
7.8Entertainment
8.1Boarding
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Love me some Delta. One of the few airlines to recognize and support veterans. Easy boarding, flight was on time and arrived early and the flight attendants were excellent on this flight.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2026
SEA - LAX
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Love me some Delta. One of the few airlines to recognize and support veterans. Easy boarding, flight was on time and arrived early and the flight attendants were excellent on this flight.

Flight delayed four separate times. I’m now one hour hours late to landing.

worst flight ever from Delta, it got delayed and kept on delaying..

Everything went smoothly, although the usual gripes about airline travel were still present: the boarding process is inefficient, the snack selection is limited, and so on. Since there was extra space on the flight, the gate agent rearranged many people's seats to put people on the aisles and windows, leaving the middle seats empty, as much as possible, which was pretty great.

While they turned off most cabin lights to allow people to sleep, I was bothered by how bright the side lights still were. It was still quite bright for me in a window seat, when I wish I could have slept!

The crew bent over backwards to thank us for flying and make us comfortable. The food service was quick and efficient. The Captain communicated and said goodbye and thank you as we departed. They really stood out!

Meh. A late flight meant I missed my connections, and a 2pm LAX arrival turned into gettin in after midnight.

It was good until there was a 3 hour delay because there was not any pilots to fly the plane.

Was a great smooth flight from Detroit to San Diego.

Food could have been better. A little more leg room would have been appreciated.

They canceled flight. Hard to believe there was even a plane incoming for us to get on

Plane was down graded and I lost my uncharged exit row with more leg room. No mention or offer of refund from podium. Flight attendant was nice to explain this happens often and that I could request a refund via online form submission. I did this and have heard nothing back.

Horrendous. I do not recommend Frontier. The passengers lack manners and decency, and the flight attendants lack professionalism. If I wasn’t in a bind to fly with 48 hours notice for a job interview, I would not have selected a flight with Frontier and I never plan to fly with them in the future.

The seats were hard molded plastic covered in plastic vinyl. And the scam to charge people extra to sit together. Don’t they know we can just ask someone to trade seats. And watching the staff separate young children from parents… super classy. We had to guilt them into offering up our seats. This companies policies suck. Don’t give them your money.

The plane was clean, the crew was friendly and helpful. It’s a low cost airline so there was no food, drinks or in flight entertainment but we didn’t expect any of these things. In the room for improvement department, they should install USB ports in seats to charge mobile devices.

I was surprised that all baggage, including carry on, were charged. Each additional bag went up in cost. Really disappointed in the additional costs.

There was no easy way to check in. I don't want to install an app to checkin. I will use alaska from now on because they have a web check in method that is easy.

Most horrible airlines. Please avoid it. It's ok to spend $50 extra for delta, united or Alaska

After 5 hours of delay, they cancelled the flight. Very disappointed

My flight to LA was cancelled. I waited at the airport for 3 hrs saying it was delayed and then all of a sudden it was cancelled. Frontier only gave me a voucher and refund but could not rebook me. Flights on other airlines were too expensive last minute. I had to drive down to LA and didn’t even take my return flight home since I had to drive. One of the worst airline experiences in my life. It’s crazy how airlines can just upend people’s plans just like that.

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