Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Detroit?

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Detroit are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total flights. Historically, approximately 3.9% of flights on this route have been direct. When a direct flight is not chosen, connecting flights typically involve 2 stopovers. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

What's the flight time from Los Angeles to Detroit?

The direct flight time from Los Angeles to Detroit is typically 4 hours and 19 minutes, covering a distance of 3178 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration historically extends to 9 hours and 51 minutes. This difference in travel time is important to consider when choosing between direct and connecting options.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Los Angeles to Detroit?

Historically, good prices on flights from Los Angeles to Detroit have been frequent. This route is classified as one with consistent opportunities for finding favorable fares. Travelers can typically expect to find competitive pricing when planning their trips, based on data from the trailing 30 days.

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Los Angeles to Detroit: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Detroit

A typical journey from Los Angeles to Detroit takes about 17h 27m, including connections. This reflects the fact that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stop. Given the distance, it's common for travelers to experience longer overall travel times when connecting flights are involved.

For those seeking cheap flights from Los Angeles to Detroit, fares right now are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $368–$769, with a median of $544. Currently, only 1% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that while current prices are lower than usual, deeply discounted deals are not widespread.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit? The data shows that August and April are typically the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $230. Following closely, November also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $250. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

Most itineraries for flights from Los Angeles to Detroit connect at least once. Only 3.9% of recent fares were for direct flights from Los Angeles to Detroit. For the majority of connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means travelers should factor in layover times when planning their trip.

The distance between Los Angeles and Detroit is 3178 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a longer flight duration, and as observed, most flights include connections, extending the total travel time.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Detroit

Regular price: $203 - $297

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Detroit is $203 to $297. The current lowest deal is $202 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 26-Oct 30.

now $202

Low $203

High $297

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit is April, with a median price of $230. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $583. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $230

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $583

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Detroit

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Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Detroit

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Detroit

Los Angeles (LAX) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$458

$440

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Detroit

Los Angeles (LAX) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$271

$283

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Detroit

Los Angeles (LAX) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$238

$301

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Detroit

Los Angeles (LAX) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$282

$261

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Detroit

Los Angeles (LAX) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$252

$296

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Detroit

Los Angeles (LAX) - Detroit (DTW)

JetBlue Airways

$295

$253

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Detroit

4 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 30

$246 → $202

18%

3 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 17

$295 → $253

14%

2 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 23

$260 → $226

13%

5 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 25

$278 → $248

11%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit

Los Angeles - Detroit route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from LAX to DTT are below the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April or August for the best prices

Historically, April and August offer the lowest median prices at $230 for flights from LAX to DTT.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 17h 27m

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Los Angeles to Detroit is 17 hours 27 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights make up 3.9% of recent LAX to DTT routes; connecting flights have 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal at $202

A recent deal on Frontier Airlines from LAX to DTT was found for $202 via kiwi.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to Detroit are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a major hub for flights from Los Angeles to Detroit.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$211

Detroit main airports to arrive at

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan Airport is a key arrival point for flights to the Detroit area.

📍 ~35 km from Detroit city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$211

Airports nearby Detroit used as alternative

Bishop International (FNT)

Bishop International is a practical domestic alternative, often used by Detroit residents to avoid congestion and higher parking costs.

📍 ~95 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$258

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Detroit

Historically, booking flights 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest prices for the Los Angeles to Detroit route, with an average price of $382. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to departure. For instance, flights booked 7-13 days out have historically averaged $875, while those booked 0-6 days before departure averaged $502. Planning at least two months ahead can help secure a more economical fare.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Los Angeles to Detroit has historically been $368 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $544. Prices above $769 are generally considered to be on the higher end. By comparing offers to the $368 threshold, travelers can identify favorable deals.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit are August and April, both with a median price of $230. November also shows competitive pricing, with a median of $250. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median of $544 for this route. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider these months.

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Los Angeles to Detroit: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Detroit

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Detroit

Regular price: $203 - $297

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Detroit is $203 to $297. The current lowest deal is $202 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 26-Oct 30.

now $202

Low $203

High $297

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit

April

Cheapest

Flights from $230

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $583

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Detroit

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Detroit

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Detroit

Los Angeles (LAX) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$458

$440

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Detroit

Los Angeles (LAX) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$271

$283

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Detroit

Los Angeles (LAX) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$238

$301

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Detroit

Los Angeles (LAX) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$282

$261

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Detroit

Los Angeles (LAX) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$252

$296

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Detroit

Los Angeles (LAX) - Detroit (DTW)

JetBlue Airways

$295

$253

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Detroit

4 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 30

$246 → $202

18%

3 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 17

$295 → $253

14%

2 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 23

$260 → $226

13%

5 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 25

$278 → $248

11%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit