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$35+ Cheap flights from Michigan to California

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DTW — LAX
Feb 4 — Feb 111
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Tue 2/11
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Michigan (USMI) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$95
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One-way from

$35
(FlightHub)

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December

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September

Average price

$245

Good round-trip deal

$221 or less

Good one-way deal

$139 or less
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Cheapest flights from Michigan to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/57:47 amORD - BUR
1 stop10h 52mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/102:38 pmBUR - ORD
1 stop14h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/28$95
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Wed 3/57:05 amMDW - LAS
1 stop9h 28mFrontier
Tue 3/1112:59 amLAS - MDW
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$109
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Mon 2/246:50 amORD - BUR
1 stop6h 43mFrontier
Mon 3/1012:33 pmBUR - ORD
1 stop10h 11mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$110
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Tue 3/259:01 pmORD - LAS
1 stop13h 34mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/71:01 amLAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/29$111
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/211:35 amORD - LAS
1 stop7h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/39:48 pmLAS - ORD
1 stop13h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$112
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/37:54 pmORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 16mFrontier
Fri 3/711:30 pmLAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 44mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$115
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/224:30 pmORD - BUR
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/2612:03 pmBUR - ORD
1 stop23h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$124
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2410:33 pmDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 45mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/269:27 pmLAS - DTW
Nonstop3h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/30$135
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/187:45 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop30h 10mFrontier
Sat 2/228:59 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop9h 36mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$139
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/215:09 amDTW - LAS
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/2312:59 amLAS - DTW
1 stop6h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$142
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 2/289:56 pmORD - SAN
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/12:45 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$143
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/512:31 pmORD - SAN
3 stops22h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/118:25 amSAN - ORD
2 stops18h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/29$144

Find flights from Michigan to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan to California 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 January 30, 2025.

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ChicagoBurbank

ORD - BUR

ORDBUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/5

7:47 am-4:39 pm

1 stop10h 52m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 3/10

2:38 pm-6:42 am

1 stop14h 04m

$95

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/22

6:32 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/25

12:59 am-9:51 am

1 stop6h 52m

$109

ChicagoLas Vegas

MDW - LAS

MDWLAS

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/5

7:05 am-2:33 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/11

12:59 am-1:59 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$109

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/5

10:49 am-4:32 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 3/9

1:01 am-6:42 am

Nonstop3h 41m

$110

ChicagoBurbank

ORD - BUR

ORDBUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/24

6:50 am-11:33 am

1 stop6h 43m

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 3/12

12:33 pm-12:44 am

1 stop10h 11m

$110

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/3

7:54 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop4h 16m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 3/7

7:59 am-1:39 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$113

ChicagoBurbank

ORD - BUR

ORDBUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/22

4:30 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 2/26

12:03 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop23h 22m

$124

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/1

9:08 pm-8:33 am

1 stop14h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 3/7

5:38 pm-5:30 am

1 stop8h 52m

$135

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/18

7:45 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/22

6:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$139

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/5

12:31 pm-12:15 pm

3 stops25h 44m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/10

11:15 pm-8:21 am

1 stop7h 06m

$141

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to California

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Travel insights for flights from Michigan to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Michigan to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to California (average of $246). Flying from Michigan to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 MI to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Michigan to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Michigan to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Michigan to California. 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 January 30, 2025.

The most flights from USMI to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California 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 California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Michigan to California have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,156 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $35 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $55 and Southwest from $70 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Michigan to California 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 Michigan to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to California (average of $246). Flying from Michigan to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 9 airlines flying from Michigan to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Michigan to California. 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$118Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$151Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$227Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$257Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$260Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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