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Cheapest round-trip
$343
Typical prices: $294-$611
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Mon 9/10Thu 9/13
LAX - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$416
Typical prices: $321-$649
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Wed 11/21Sat 11/24
LAX - DTW • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 4h 22m
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Most punctual • 89% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $240 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Detroit (LAX-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Detroit

Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13
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6:00 am - 7:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 40m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:39 pm - 6:10 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LAX Los Angeles
27h 31m1 stop Orlando
$343Frontier
Tue, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 18
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11:20 pm - 4:26 pmLAX  Los Angeles-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 06m1 stop Orlando
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8:35 pm - 12:10 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LAX Los Angeles
30h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$344Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Fri, Nov 20
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2:28 pm - 12:06 amLAX  Los Angeles-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:10 pm - 10:49 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LAX Los Angeles
9h 39m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$349Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Dec 17
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7:00 am - 9:47 pmLAX  Los Angeles-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 47m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:00 am - 9:14 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LAX Los Angeles
18h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$352Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 4
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8:55 am - 9:52 pmLAX  Los Angeles-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 57m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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4:05 pm - 10:38 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LAX Los Angeles
9h 33m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$362JetBlue
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 25
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8:35 am - 9:45 pmLAX  Los Angeles-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 10m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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4:10 pm - 10:49 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LAX Los Angeles
9h 39m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$365JetBlue
Mon, Dec 14 - Tue, Jan 5
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7:20 am - 6:55 pmLAX  Los Angeles-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:55 am - 10:35 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LAX Los Angeles
6h 40m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
$437Southwest
Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Jan 5
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7:20 am - 6:55 pmLAX  Los Angeles-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:30 am - 1:25 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LAX Los Angeles
9h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$437Southwest
Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 30
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7:35 am - 7:40 amLAX  Los Angeles-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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12:42 pm - 2:26 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LAX Los Angeles
4h 44mnonstop
$471Delta
Tue, Sep 22 - Thu, Oct 1
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7:35 am - 7:40 amLAX  Los Angeles-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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6:16 pm - 8:01 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LAX Los Angeles
4h 45mnonstop
$471Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport start at $343. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $294 to $611. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $343 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $313 round-trip.
  • June ($606) and July ($585) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 93% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Detroit

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta and LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$132
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 38% increase in price.
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Your Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • If I am traveling with pets what amenities do I have access to in LAX?

    There are pet relief areas located in nearly all of the airport’s terminals except Terminal 8. They can be found in near Gate 13 in T1, Gate 21 in T2, in the outdoor atrium in T3 near the T4 bridge in T4, near the TBIT bridge in T5, and Gate 62 in T6, by Gate 73 in T7.

  • How many lounges are there at LAX?

    LAX is home to 21 lounges, all terminals except for Terminal 1 are home to at least two lounges, so you will have a wide variety of options to choose from. This includes national carriers like Delta Sky Club in Terminal 2 to international carriers like the Emirates Lounge in the Tom Bradley International Terminal.

  • What amenities do families with children have at LAX?

    LAX lounges USO lounge in Terminal 2 has a family room and the LAX Beach Airport Play Area in the Tom Bradley International Terminal has a slide and fun beach toys for kids to get out their extra energy before boarding that flight.

  • What amenities do families with children have at DTW?

    Two fun activities to kill time with kids at DTW include an impressive laminar water fountain located in the McNamara terminal as well as a 700-foot underground light tunnel with moving walkways and views of planes passing overhead are sure to keep the family entertained.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Only Delta operates flights between Los Angeles and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $240 round-trip via Boston Logan Intl (BOS), compared to $485 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and Spirit Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 757-300 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 47% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $389 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $483, a difference of $94. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, with 60% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 20%, night flights for 20%, and afternoon flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Greektown Casino, Ford Field and Comerica Park. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 4h 22m, covering 1,974 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 10:22 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:45 pm and lands at 3:07 am.

    The flight takes about 4h 22m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 4% above the route average of $439. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $343 to $2,030. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $190, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Delta’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Spirit Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights are:

    • Delta: 89% on time
    • Spirit Airlines: 83% on time
    • United Airlines: 0% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 88% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 42m, compared with 6h 09m via Lambert-St Louis (STL) and 6h 56m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Budget
    · Thrifty
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $294 to $611, with an average of $439 over the past 12 months. Anything below $294 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $389 - about $94 less than Tuesday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $313 round-trip in that month - typically $293 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Delta is the strongest pick on this route. 89% of Delta flights from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 88%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 10 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $240 round-trip on this route - about $245 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
    - The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport
  • Since rideshares continue to be one of the best ways to get to LAX, check out the newly launched LAX-IT, the new one-stop area for all rideshares, taxis as well as other amenities, and places to eat. Shuttles to all terminals pass through the convenient LAX-IT. The goal of the LAX-IT is to reduce the traffic at the airport so if you are in a hurry, be sure to check this new addition to the busy Los Angeles Airport.
  • If you have a long wait in LAX before your flight takes off, check out the Flight Path Museum where all sorts of interesting relics from aviation history can be found as well as an opportunity to have excellent views of takeoff and landing flights.
  • If you are looking for lounges at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) there are four, located in Concourse C near the entrance and Concourse A by Gates A6, A18, and the Delta Sky Club located in front of A38. In addition, the Lufthansa Business Lounge can be found in Concourse D.
  • If you are traveling for work in Detroit, consider organizing your meeting at the Westin Hotel’s atrium lobby, the only on-site airport hotel. The lobby also features a chance for a delicious local meal or a craft beer and has monitors to keep track of your flight departure. The lobby is convenient as it has a private security checkpoint making it easy to get back to your gate for your scheduled flight.
  • If you are traveling with pets to Detroit, there are two pet relief options one near Gate A-34 and the other is outside the International Arrivals area.

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Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Los Angeles

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