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$70+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Los Angeles (DTT - LAX)

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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — LAX
Aug 12 — Aug 191
Tue 8/12
Tue 8/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$122
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$70
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$218

Good round-trip deal

$146 or less

Good one-way deal

$132 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 7, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Sat 8/308:25 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop6h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/65:30 amLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/5$122
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Tue 9/28:25 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop6h 33mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/310:31 pmLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/4$123
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/97:00 pmDTW - LAX
Nonstop5h 04mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/912:45 amLAX - DTW
1 stop6h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/7$125
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/1011:15 amDTW - LAX
1 stop10h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/1410:35 pmLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$126
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Fri 9/52:29 pmDTW - LAX
Nonstop5h 00mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/810:35 pmLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/7$127
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Fri 9/58:55 pmDTW - LAX
Nonstop5h 04mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/114:32 pmLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/38:25 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop6h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/66:15 amLAX - DTW
1 stop7h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/5$129
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Fri 10/249:15 amDTW - LAX
Nonstop5h 05mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/265:30 amLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$130
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/192:29 pmDTW - LAX
Nonstop5h 00mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/2210:35 pmLAX - DTW
Nonstop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$133

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Los Angeles 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 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Los Angeles

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Price

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/30

8:25 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

5:30 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop4h 26m

$122

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/2

8:25 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/3

10:31 pm-5:58 am

Nonstop4h 27m

$123

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/9

7:00 pm-9:04 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

12:45 am-10:11 am

1 stop6h 26m

$125

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/10

11:15 am-6:55 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/14

10:35 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop4h 25m

$126

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/5

2:29 pm-4:29 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/8

10:35 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop4h 25m

$127

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/5

8:55 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

4:32 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

$128

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/3

8:25 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

6:15 am-4:18 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$129

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/24

9:15 am-11:20 am

Nonstop5h 05m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/26

5:30 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop4h 26m

$130

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/19

2:29 pm-4:29 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/22

10:35 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop4h 25m

$133

DetroitLos Angeles

DTW - LAX

DTWLAX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/1

9:10 am-11:10 am

Nonstop5h 00m

$70

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Detroit to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 DTT to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 7, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 40% on flights from Detroit to Los Angeles by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Los Angeles. 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 7, 2025.

The most flights from DTT to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to Los Angeles?

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

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

Philadelphia (PHL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 38% of 1-stop itineraries from Detroit to Los Angeles on Cheapflights.

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

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

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $161.

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

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

Flights via Minneapolis (MSP) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 44m.

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

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

Flights via Minneapolis (MSP) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 56m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated August 7, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines and Frontier from Detroit to Los Angeles 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
8,051 reviews

Boarding

6.6

Overall

6.3

Food

5.1

Crew

7.0

Entertainment

5.0

Comfort

5.9

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
8,051 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,051 reviews

Boarding

6.6

Overall

6.3

Food

5.1

Crew

7.0

Entertainment

5.0

Comfort

5.9

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
5.9
Fair
3,230 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,051 reviews

Boarding

6.6

Overall

6.3

Food

5.1

Crew

7.0

Entertainment

5.0

Comfort

5.9

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 Detroit to Los Angeles. 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 Detroit to Los Angeles?

    Booking a flight from Detroit All airports (DTT) to Los Angeles (LAX) is your only option if you wish to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles. On a typical day, there are 13 flights from All airports to Los Angeles, all of which are around 4h 43m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 7 airlines when you book a flight from All airports to Los Angeles.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $122, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit to Los Angeles.. You may be able to fly from Detroit to Los Angeles for 56% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit to Los Angeles are Spirit Airlines (92%), China Eastern (90%) and ITA Airways (89%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $53. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Los Angeles) can be booked for $113 on average our data indicates $1,810 when flying from Detroit to Los Angeles.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Detroit to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 7 airlines flying from Detroit to Los Angeles

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Los Angeles. 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 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$89Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$240Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$295Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$318Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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