฿8,290 Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at ฿8,290 for one-way flights and ฿17,360 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
฿17,360 Return, found 6 days ago
฿17,360
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Sun, 18 Jan, priced at ฿17,360 found 6 days ago
United
Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
฿17,485 Return, found 6 days ago
฿17,485
Return
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Sun, 18 Jan, priced at ฿17,485 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
฿18,325 Return, found 6 days ago
฿18,325
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Sun, 18 Jan, priced at ฿18,325 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
฿18,505 Return, found 6 days ago
฿18,505
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Sun, 18 Jan, priced at ฿18,505 found 6 days ago
Delta
Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
฿18,940 Return, found 6 days ago
฿18,940
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Sun, 18 Jan, priced at ฿18,940 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
฿19,270 Return, found 6 days ago
฿19,270
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Sun, 18 Jan, priced at ฿19,270 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
฿19,450 Return, found 6 days ago
฿19,450
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Sun, 18 Jan, priced at ฿19,450 found 6 days ago
United
Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
฿19,590 Return, found 6 days ago
฿19,590
Return
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Sun, 18 Jan, priced at ฿19,590 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
฿19,650 Return, found 6 days ago
฿19,650
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Sun, 18 Jan, priced at ฿19,650 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
DTW
Detroit
LAX
Los Angeles
฿19,830 Return, found 6 days ago
฿19,830
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Detroit to Los Angeles, returning Sun, 18 Jan, priced at ฿19,830 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 ฿3,137 - ฿11,508 per traveller.

Alternative airports near Los Angeles

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Los Angeles Intl. LAX. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 20 minutes. Flights from ฿17,360
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre20 min
Flights from ฿17,360

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 ฿17,360. 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.

Travel information

Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Return price
฿17,360
Distance
3159 km
Average flight time
2 hours 11 mins

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