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$73+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Detroit (LAX - DTT)

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 9/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DTT
Aug 16 — Aug 231
Sat 8/16
Sat 8/23
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 (DTT). 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 August 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$122
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$73
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$334

Good round-trip deal

$190 or less

Good one-way deal

$140 or less
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Detroit
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 August 11, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Sat 9/67:50 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop6h 36mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/79:11 pmDTW - LAX
Nonstop5h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/9$122
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/67:50 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop6h 36mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/131:13 pmDTW - LAX
Nonstop4h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/9$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:15 amLAX - DTW
1 stop7h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/169:05 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop14h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/10$126
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Thu 9/254:32 pmLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 27mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/299:10 amDTW - LAX
Nonstop5h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/9$127
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/85:30 amLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/128:55 pmDTW - LAX
Nonstop5h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/10$128
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Tue 9/911:02 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/119:11 pmDTW - LAX
Nonstop5h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/11$130
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/307:58 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop6h 47mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/38:25 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop6h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/9$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/166:15 amLAX - DTW
1 stop7h 03mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/259:10 amDTW - LAX
Nonstop5h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/10$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/109:36 amLAX - DTW
1 stop6h 04mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/177:00 pmDTW - LAX
Nonstop5h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/9$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Wed 9/109:36 amLAX - DTW
1 stop6h 04mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/152:29 pmDTW - LAX
Nonstop5h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/11$141

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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 August 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Detroit that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

6:15 am-4:18 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/16

9:05 pm-8:31 am

1 stop14h 26m

$126

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

Fri 9/26

4:32 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/30

7:00 pm-9:04 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

$127

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

Fri 9/26

10:35 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop4h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/28

9:10 am-11:10 am

Nonstop5h 00m

$128

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

11:02 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/26

9:10 am-11:10 am

Nonstop5h 00m

$130

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

6:15 am-4:18 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/25

9:10 am-11:10 am

Nonstop5h 00m

$139

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

Mon 9/8

4:32 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/10

11:15 am-6:55 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$140

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

9:36 am-6:40 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/15

2:29 pm-4:29 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

$141

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

10:35 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop4h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/16

9:05 pm-8:31 am

1 stop14h 26m

$143

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

4:32 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/17

11:15 am-6:55 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$144

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

Thu 9/18

5:30 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop4h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/24

7:00 pm-9:04 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

$147

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Detroit

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Detroit?

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 August 8, 2025.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Detroit. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Detroit?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Los Angeles to Detroit 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 DTT?

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 August 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Detroit. Price data was last updated on August 3, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Detroit flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Detroit

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 August 11, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to DTT are scheduled on a Monday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to Detroit?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Detroit chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Los Angeles to Detroit on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to Detroit?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Los Angeles to Detroit, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Philadelphia (PHL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $175.

What’s the fastest layover option from Los Angeles to Detroit?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Los Angeles to Detroit, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 10m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Los Angeles to Detroit?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Los Angeles to Detroit, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 15m.

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 August 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines and Frontier from Los Angeles to Detroit by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,043 reviews

Crew

7.0

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.3

Comfort

5.9

Food

5.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LAS - DTW

Was the most uncomfortable seat I have ever sat in on an airplane
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,043 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,043 reviews

Crew

7.0

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.3

Comfort

5.9

Food

5.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LAS - DTW

Was the most uncomfortable seat I have ever sat in on an airplane
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,222 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,043 reviews

Crew

7.0

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.3

Comfort

5.9

Food

5.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LAS - DTW

Was the most uncomfortable seat I have ever sat in on an airplane

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit?

    Booking a flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Detroit All airports (DTT) is your only option if you wish to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit. On a typical day, there are 18 flights from Los Angeles to All airports, all of which are around 4h 19m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 6 airlines when you book a flight from Los Angeles to Detroit.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $126. Spirit Airlines is priced at 62% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Detroit?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Los Angeles to Detroit on time: KLM (84%), Virgin Atlantic (84%), Spirit Airlines (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Detroit?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $56. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $112 on average our data indicates $742 when flying from Los Angeles to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Detroit?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to Detroit 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 Los Angeles to Detroit?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Los Angeles to Detroit 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to Detroit. 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 August 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$116Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$121Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$268Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$388Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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