DTW - CLO

$140 Find Cheap Flights from Detroit to Cali

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Detroit to Cali departing on 7/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Detroit to Cali, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Detroit to Cali, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$323
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/16Tue 4/21
DTW - CLO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$238
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/27
DTW - CLO • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Detroit and Cali. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $478 (round-trip)
Miami (MIA)
Shortest trip • 8h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Cali (DTW-CLO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit to Cali that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Cali

Thu, Apr 16 - Tue, Apr 21
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:19 pm
DTW
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CLO
9h 19m
1 stop
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2:24 pm - 9:38 am
CLO
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DTW
18h 14m
1 stop
$323Spirit Airlines
Sun, Apr 12 - Sun, Apr 19
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 1:19 pm
DTW
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CLO
8h 34m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 9:38 am
CLO
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DTW
18h 14m
1 stop
$333Spirit Airlines
Thu, Apr 9 - Thu, Apr 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:56 pm - 1:19 pm
DTW
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CLO
23h 23m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 12:46 am
CLO
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DTW
9h 22m
1 stop
$348Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 10 - Fri, Apr 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 1:19 pm
DTW
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CLO
19h 29m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 12:46 am
CLO
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DTW
9h 22m
1 stop
$366Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 16 - Tue, Apr 21
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:19 pm
DTW
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CLO
9h 19m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 3:10 pm
CLO
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DTW
23h 46m
2 stops
$371Spirit Airlines
Fri, Mar 13 - Mon, Mar 16
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 1:19 pm
DTW
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CLO
8h 34m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 9:23 am
CLO
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DTW
17h 59m
1 stop
$377Spirit Airlines
Fri, Apr 10 - Fri, Apr 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:43 pm - 1:19 pm
DTW
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CLO
17h 36m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 12:46 am
CLO
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DTW
9h 22m
1 stop
$378Multiple Airlines
Sun, Apr 12 - Sun, Apr 19
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:17 pm - 1:19 pm
DTW
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CLO
18h 02m
2 stops
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 9:38 am
CLO
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DTW
18h 14m
1 stop
$381Spirit Airlines
Thu, Apr 9 - Thu, Apr 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:53 pm - 1:19 pm
DTW
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CLO
40h 26m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 12:46 am
CLO
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DTW
9h 22m
1 stop
$386Multiple Airlines
Fri, Mar 13 - Mon, Mar 16
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 1:19 pm
DTW
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CLO
8h 34m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 3:50 pm
CLO
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DTW
24h 26m
2 stops
$388Spirit Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Cali flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to Cali to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Detroit to Cali?

Percentage of 1-stop round-trip flights from Detroit to Cali chosen by KAYAK users via each layover airport in the last 12 months (only includes trips with the same layover airport on both legs).

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the top choice – 79% of KAYAK users who clicked on 1-stop flights from Detroit to Cali picked an itinerary connecting there.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Detroit to Cali?

Average round-trip price for 1-stop flights from Detroit to Cali clicked by KAYAK users in the last 12 months (only includes trips with the same layover airport on both legs).

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $478.

Which layover airport offers the shortest total travel time from Detroit to Cali?

Shortest average total travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Cali via different layover airports, based on KAYAK user data from the last 12 months.

Consider flying via Miami (MIA) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 8h 15m.

Which layover airport has the quickest connection when flying from Detroit to Cali?

Average layover duration at different layover airports for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Cali, based on KAYAK user data from the last 12 months.

If you prefer a quick connection, Fort Lauderdale (FLL) often has the shortest layovers from Detroit to Cali, with an average of 2h 41m.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$238
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Detroit to Cali

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FAQs for booking Detroit to Cali flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cali?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cali was $238 for a one-way ticket and $323 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Detroit and Cali?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Cali from Detroit.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Detroit to Cali?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Cali?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Detroit and Cali.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Detroit to Cali, American Airlines or Spirit Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Cali are American Airlines and Spirit Airlines. With an average price for the route of $680 and an overall rating of 7.2, American Airlines is the most popular choice. Spirit Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $467 and an overall rating of 6.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to Cali?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Detroit to Cali.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Detroit to Cali?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cali from Detroit is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Detroit to Cali?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cali with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit and CLO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Detroit to Cali?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cali from Detroit up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Detroit to Cali

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Detroit to Cali. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.2
American AirlinesOverall score based on 11357 reviews
6.9Entertainment
8.0Crew
7.2Comfort
6.4Food
7.5Boarding
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Lack of gluten free options in food service. I have Celiac disease and it appears you no longer offer special meals for people with dietary restrictions. I am a frequent flyer traveling into and out of Omaha airport. I have noticed over the course of several months that although our flight typically arrives ahead of schedule (awesome job AA!) - we typically sit on the runway for several minutes waiting for the ground crew to get in place. Not sure if it is a ground crew issue or a gate availability issue (due to construction at this airport). Seems to be more of a ground crew being on time issue.

8.0 ExcellentKathryn, Feb 2026
PHX - OMA
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Lack of gluten free options in food service. I have Celiac disease and it appears you no longer offer special meals for people with dietary restrictions. I am a frequent flyer traveling into and out of Omaha airport. I have noticed over the course of several months that although our flight typically arrives ahead of schedule (awesome job AA!) - we typically sit on the runway for several minutes waiting for the ground crew to get in place. Not sure if it is a ground crew issue or a gate availability issue (due to construction at this airport). Seems to be more of a ground crew being on time issue.

Arrived early picked up my bag in a few minutes- great trip - thank you

Flight boarded, departed and landed on time. Excellent service from flight attendant in FIRST

Boarding is always an ordeal. Less dogs on flights. I am highly allergic to dogs and cats. Why are there so many animals these days?

Flight to Tampa was delayed taking off due to plane arriving late but no other issues

There was a delay with the plan which cause the flight to leave later and once arrived in Chicago there was another delay and some passengers missed their connecting flights

Massimo, flight attendant was very authentic, attentive - wonderful. Food/wrap was just okay.

Worst experience ever. Flight could not land in Charlotte for what we were told was a ground stop. Had to be diverted to Raleigh to refuel. Strangely during ground stop, our connecting flight had no issue taking off on time causing us to miss our flight. We were told there were no other flights that day to our final destination and that two days out was the next one. The only flights to get us there were from Chicago the next morning. Completely opposite direction but it was a direct flight. So we get flown to Chicago and have to find a hotel in our own dime. The flight in the morning was also delayed. Thankfully only a short time. The non too of all this, our luggage did not arrive by the time we were there. Communication was terrible, through the entire trip. Complete incompetence. Will never fly American again.

Horrible. Got delayed many hours because their pilot wasn't trained for night landing at the airport and a rain delay made it a night landing. We have to wait hours for a qualified crew. They give us 12 dollar meal vouchers but most everything in the airport was closed and definitely more expensive than the vouchers.

I am an AA flyer for a very long time... AA has yet to disappoint.

Flight was delayed due to waiting for crew! Flight attendants did not offer us food or drinks. Did not communicate with them at all other than at boarding and leaving the plane.

Crew was very nice. Take off and landing were great. Economy seats are not comfortable. Extra cost for snacks.

Flight has been canceled 10 minutes before the departure time and no explanation was given. What a joke of a company

I know it's a low-cost airline. However, the seats are very basic, so after two hours of travel, they feel very uncomfortable and cannot be reclined. The two flights from Bogota to Orlando and the return flight were very punctual. The check-in process on the app works very well. I really liked the self-check-in process for luggage at the Orlando airport; it was quick, easy, and very convenient.

Everything was OK, the deicing took a long time, our connections were almost missed.

The flight was delayed by 2 hours and we had no food or water or chargers

Cheap, only one short delay. No issues despite bad weather. Able to take a big backpack for free.

Good! But your flight crews don’t need to ‘eat the mics’ when making announcements. If they held the mics 3 to 4 inches away from their mouths, we could understand them so much better. Otherwise, all is well.

Your flight crew and boarding area crew need to have microphone use training. They all hold the microphone right up to their mouths, way to close making understanding them almost impossible. The microphone should be held about 3 to 4 inches away from their mouths. This would provide for much better clarity through the PA system. ‘Eating the mic’ DOES NOT work.

Cancel the ticket on my day that I’m travelling that it was

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