S$272 Cheap Flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Los Angeles (DTW-LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$272 for one-way flights and S$385 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Tue, 2 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
S$385 Return, found 5 days ago
S$385
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 2 Sep from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Tue, 9 Sep, priced at S$385 found 5 days ago
Delta
Fri, 15 Aug - Fri, 22 Aug
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
S$411 Return, found 6 days ago
S$411
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, 15 Aug from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Fri, 22 Aug, priced at S$411 found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, 2 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
S$449 Return, found 5 days ago
S$449
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 2 Sep from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Tue, 9 Sep, priced at S$449 found 5 days ago
Delta
Fri, 15 Aug - Fri, 22 Aug
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
S$475 Return, found 6 days ago
S$475
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, 15 Aug from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Fri, 22 Aug, priced at S$475 found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, 2 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
S$514 Return, found 5 days ago
S$514
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 2 Sep from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Tue, 9 Sep, priced at S$514 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, 2 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
S$526 Return, found 5 days ago
S$526
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 2 Sep from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Tue, 9 Sep, priced at S$526 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, 2 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
S$538 Return, found 5 days ago
S$538
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 2 Sep from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Tue, 9 Sep, priced at S$538 found 5 days ago
Delta
Fri, 15 Aug - Fri, 22 Aug
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
S$539 Return, found 6 days ago
S$539
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, 15 Aug from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Fri, 22 Aug, priced at S$539 found 6 days ago
United
Tue, 2 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
S$548 Return, found 5 days ago
S$548
Return
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 2 Sep from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Tue, 9 Sep, priced at S$548 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, 15 Aug - Fri, 22 Aug
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
S$551 Return, found 6 days ago
S$551
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 15 Aug from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Fri, 22 Aug, priced at S$551 found 6 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles (LAX)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$124 - S$657 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Detroit to Los Angeles route information
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Return price
S$384
Distance
3159 km
Average flight time
1 hour 58 mins

Flights from Detroit to Los Angeles

There are several airlines that operate frequent flights from Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles (LAX) including

The earliest flight leaves Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at 07:10 and arrives at Los Angeles Intl. Airport at 09:00. The last flight of the day departs Detroit at 21:30 and arrives at Los Angeles at 23:22.

The flight distance from Detroit to Los Angeles is about 3195 km, the shortest flight is 04 hours 48 minutes with .

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from DTW to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys from DTW to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) start from S$385. Book now to secure the best price for your adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Detroit Metro Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but whether you incur a fee varies between airlines. If you do have to cancel your holiday, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from DTW to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to LAX flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to LAX?
Around 3,200 kilometres separates Detroit and Los Angeles, so pack something to help you fill in a couple of hours. That gripping novel you've yet to start will be perfect.
Which airlines fly direct from Metro Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
There are several airlines that travel directly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). Delta Air Lines (DL) is a popular choice, offering 173 flights on this route each month. After more options? Have a look at the ticket prices from Spirit Airlines (NK). This carrier offers 60 flights every month between these destinations.
Are Metro Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last minute could save you some cash. However, it could end up costing a good deal more! If you'd prefer not to take any chances, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the biggest bargains up to 12 months in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back regularly as deals are updated on Expedia all the time.

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