$66 Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles Intl. (DTW to LAX)

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Affordable Airfare Tickets from DTW to LAX Airport

The cheapest flights to Los Angeles Intl. found within the past 7 days were $129 round trip and $66 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Tue, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 8
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
$129 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$129
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $129 found 8 hours ago
Tue, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 11
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
$159 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $159 found 2 days ago
Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 14
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
$159 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $159 found 8 hours ago
Mon, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 8
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
$161 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$161
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $161 found 8 hours ago
Thu, Sep 25 - Wed, Oct 8
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
$162 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $162 found 4 days ago
Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 14
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
$164 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $164 found 8 hours ago
Tue, Oct 7 - Sun, Nov 2
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
$168 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$168
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $168 found 2 days ago
Sat, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 8
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
$170 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $170 found 5 hours ago
Sat, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 7
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
$171 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$171
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $171 found 2 days ago
Tue, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 8
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
$173 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $173 found 8 hours ago

Los Angeles Intl. flight + hotel packages - economy flights

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Hollywood Inn Suites Hotel

Hollywood Inn Suites Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $739, price is now $452 per person
$452
per person
Oct 20 - Oct 25
found 14 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA

Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA

3.5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,141, price is now $766 per person
$766
per person
Oct 19 - Oct 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Fleur Noire Hotel

Fleur Noire Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $938, price is now $631 per person
$631
per person
Oct 24 - Oct 27
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Desert Isle of Palm Springs

Desert Isle of Palm Springs

2.5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $639, price is now $456 per person
$456
per person
Oct 24 - Oct 27
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Kings Inn Anaheim at the Park & Convention Center

Kings Inn Anaheim at the Park & Convention Center

2 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $907, price is now $662 per person
$662
per person
Oct 19 - Oct 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles (LAX)
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Frequently asked questions

Are there direct flights from DTW to LAX?
Sometimes, a vacation is all about the journey; other times, the magic is in the destination. If you're keen to get to Los Angeles fast, multiple airlines advertise direct flights from Metro Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), including Delta and Spirit Airlines.
How long is the flight from DTW to LAX?
Flights between Detroit and Los Angeles take approximately 4 hours and 53 minutes in total. Make the most of that time in the air by reading, snoozing away, exploring the in-flight entertainment or doing all three.
What is the flight distance from Detroit Metro Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The flight distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is 2,000 mi. Be sure to bring along something to read or a few podcasts to make the journey more entertaining.
What airlines fly from Metro Airport to LAX?
There are several airlines offering direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). Delta (DL) is reputable, offering around 169 flights each month. Don't forget to also browse the deals on offer from Spirit Airlines (NK). Another leading carrier, it operates 60 flights every month on the Detroit to Los Angeles route. Be sure to compare the two airlines to pick up the best fare.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It's possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Flight information from Detroit to Los Angeles

 

Traveling From
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Traveling To
Los Angeles Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
 hours mins
Earliest Departure Time
Latest Departure Time
Lowest Flight Price
$129

Route Info

Flight path for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles International Airport


Origin:
DTW - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Destination:
LAX - Los Angeles International Airport
Distance:
1,986.00 miles


Airlines & Aircraft Used on DTW to LAX Flight Routes


Airline Carrier
Aircraft
American Airlines
Saab SF340A/B
Delta Air Lines
Airbus A319
Delta Air Lines
Boeing 737 all pax models
Delta Air Lines
Boeing 737-500 pax
Delta Air Lines
Boeing 747-400 pax
Jet Airways (India)
Airbus A320-100/200

Discover our best flights from Detroit DTW to Los Angeles LAX. 

With 20 airlines to choose from on Travelocity, you can easily find the best option for you. Use our filters to sort by price, compare airlines, and find the most convenient flight times. 

 

Find our best return flights from Detroit DTW to Los Angeles LAX at the right price  

Airfares to Los Angeles LAX from Detroit DTW currently cost between $129 and $173. It’s usually cheaper to book a round trip than two separate one-way flights. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way flights from Detroit DTW to Los Angeles LAX 

If you want to be flexible about when you return, or keep your travel options open ended, a one-way flight could be just the ticket! You’ll find one-way airfares from Detroit DTW to Los Angeles LAX on Travelocity starting at $66. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Get to Los Angeles LAX from Detroit DTW quicker with direct flights. 

Get to Los Angeles faster, without the hassle of changing planes and moving baggage, by booking a direct flight. Expect your direct flight to LAX from DTW to take around hour(s) min(s).  

 

Find our cheapest airfares for flights from Detroit DTW to Los Angeles LAX

Find cheap flight deals by using our search filters to sort results starting with the lowest price airfares to LAX from DTW. Our Price Match Promise means if you find a lower rate on Travelocity.com or on another US-based website within 24 hours of booking, we’ll credit or refund the difference.  

 

Get our best airfare deals for your flight from Detroit DTW to Los Angeles LAX today 

If you’re flexible about when you travel, October is usually the cheapest month to fly from Detroit DTW to Los Angeles LAX. If you need to be more specific, search by date and arrival and departure times.Then, compare prices across different airlines, and sort results by lowest price first. 

 

Book flexible airline tickets for flights to Los Angeles LAX from Detroit DTW 

Some airlines let you change your travel dates without charging a fee. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights to LAX from DTW have this option.  

 

Travel with confidence when you book flights to Los Angeles LAX from Detroit DTW with Travelocity 

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.