For shorter security lines, head to the Tom Bradley International Terminal, especially during morning and midday hours.
$63+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (LAX - DTW)
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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DTW
Mar 16 — Mar 231
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Detroit
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Detroit (DTW). 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 March 11, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $132 (Cheapflightsfares) |
One-way from | $63 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $351 |
Good round-trip deal | $283 or less |
Good one-way deal | $145 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to DetroitExplore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 11, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 11, 2025.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Wed 4/25:35 amLAX - DTW
1 stop12h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/58:35 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop13h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$132
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/269:30 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/16:55 amDTW - LAX
1 stop10h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$155
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Tue 3/256:44 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop7h 31mFrontier
Mon 4/76:14 amDTW - LAX
1 stop11h 47mFrontier
Deal found 3/10![Frontier logo]()
$180
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/103:50 pmLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 19mDelta
Sat 4/198:40 pmDTW - LAX
Nonstop5h 02mDelta
Deal found 3/10![Delta logo]()
$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1012:58 amLAX - DTW
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/135:37 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/10![American Airlines logo]()
$279
Find flights from Los Angeles to Detroit within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Detroit 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 March 11, 2025.
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8:35 pm-7:02 am
1 stop13h 27m
$132
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9:30 pm-8:35 am
1 stop8h 05m
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6:55 am-2:48 pm
1 stop10h 53m
$155
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6:44 pm-5:15 am
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1 stop11h 47m
$180
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Los Angeles
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3:50 pm-11:09 pm
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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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Nonstop5h 02m
$259
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Los Angeles
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12:58 am-10:49 am
1 stop6h 51m
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5:37 pm-10:46 pm
1 stop8h 09m
$279
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$63
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$84
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$185
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$189
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Wed 4/23
2:35 pm-5:11 am
2 stops11h 36m
$207
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| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Detroit
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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Detroit
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Detroit. Price data was last updated on March 7, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 LAX to DTW?
Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 11, 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 35% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Detroit. Price data was last updated on March 9, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Detroit. 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 March 11, 2025.
The most flights from LAX to DTW are scheduled on a Monday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).
Rainfall in Detroit by month
Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.
Temperature in Detroit by month
Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 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 24.8 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated March 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Los Angeles to Detroit. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.7
Food
7.1
Comfort
8.1
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.7
Food
7.1
Comfort
8.1
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.7
Food
7.1
Comfort
8.1
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.7
Food
7.1
Comfort
8.1
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.7
Food
7.1
Comfort
8.1
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.7
Food
7.1
Comfort
8.1
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$90 | Average$190 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$126 | Average$240 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$258 | Average$417 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$281 | Average$508 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$299 | Average$501 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$388 | Average$588 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |