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$54+ Cheap flights from Michigan to California

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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LAX
mar. 8 — mar. 151
sáb. 3/8
sáb. 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to California flight deals. Data was last updated marzo 3, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$113
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$54
(Cheapflightsfares)

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December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$318

Good round-trip deal

$176 or less

Good one-way deal

$105 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 marzo 3, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 4/114:55 pmORD - LAS
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
mar. 4/158:20 amLAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$114
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
mié. 4/98:50 pmMDW - LAS
Nonstop4h 01mFrontier
lun. 4/1411:49 pmLAS - MDW
Nonstop3h 34mFrontier
Deal found 3/3$114
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/297:59 pmORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 16mMultiple Airlines
jue. 4/310:23 amLAS - ORD
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$116
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
lun. 3/177:59 pmORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 16mFrontier
vie. 3/2111:20 pmLAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 44mFrontier
Deal found 3/2$122
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
mié. 4/212:30 pmORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 46mSpirit Airlines
dom. 4/134:59 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$128
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
mié. 3/269:17 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop12h 46mSpirit Airlines
mié. 4/25:35 amLAX - DTW
1 stop12h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
lun. 4/76:55 amDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 35mSpirit Airlines
mar. 4/85:10 amLAS - DTW
Nonstop3h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/3$135
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/26:40 amORD - ONT
1 stop19h 19mFrontier
lun. 4/712:59 amONT - ORD
1 stop21h 11mFrontier
Deal found 3/3$146
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
lun. 3/319:01 pmORD - SAN
2 stops28h 50mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 4/58:07 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop8h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$154
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
mar. 3/185:37 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop8h 23mMultiple Airlines
mié. 3/199:30 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$154
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 4/116:40 amORD - SAN
1 stop19h 34mMultiple Airlines
lun. 4/149:08 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$157
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
mié. 3/196:45 amORD - SAN
1 stop19h 35mFrontier
mié. 3/2610:10 amSAN - ORD
1 stop12h 47mFrontier
Deal found 3/2$160

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 marzo 3, 2025.

Fly from

Michigan

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 4/11

4:55 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 4/15

8:20 am-2:03 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$114

ChicagoLas Vegas

MDW - LAS

MDWLAS

Chicago Midway

mié. 4/9

8:50 pm-10:51 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

lun. 4/14

11:49 pm-5:23 am

Nonstop3h 34m

$114

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 4/3

8:00 am-10:16 am

Nonstop4h 16m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

lun. 4/7

11:28 pm-5:08 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$115

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 3/17

7:59 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop4h 16m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 3/20

11:20 pm-5:04 am

Nonstop3h 44m

$122

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 4/2

12:30 pm-3:16 pm

Nonstop4h 46m

Los Angeles

dom. 4/13

4:59 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop4h 06m

$128

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 3/26

9:17 pm-7:03 am

1 stop12h 46m

Los Angeles

mié. 4/2

5:35 am-9:21 pm

1 stop12h 46m

$133

DetroitLas Vegas

DTW - LAS

DTWLAS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 4/7

6:55 am-8:30 am

Nonstop4h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

vie. 4/11

5:05 am-11:58 am

Nonstop3h 53m

$135

ChicagoOntario

ORD - ONT

ORDONT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 4/2

6:40 am-11:59 pm

1 stop19h 19m

Ontario

lun. 4/7

12:59 am-12:10 am

1 stop21h 11m

$146

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 3/31

9:01 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops28h 50m

San Diego

sáb. 4/5

8:07 pm-6:42 am

1 stop8h 35m

$154

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 4/11

6:40 am-12:14 am

1 stop19h 34m

San Diego

lun. 4/14

9:08 pm-2:03 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$157

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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 marzo 3, 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 marzo 3, 2025.

The most flights from USMI to USCA are scheduled on a Friday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 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 marzo 3, 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
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,713 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,320 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $54 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $54 and United Airlines from $80 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.

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    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 marzo 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$114Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$148Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$227Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$253Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$258Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$307Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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