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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 1,101. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to Los Angeles International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Detroit Wayne County to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Detroit Wayne County to Los Angeles International

Detroit to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 397
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time4 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineAeromexico
Average flights per week146

Finding cheap flights from Detroit Wayne County to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Detroit Wayne County to Los Angeles International is AED 740. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Detroit Wayne County to Los Angeles International.
Aeromexico, Delta and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Detroit Wayne County to Los Angeles International.
There are 146 flights per week flying from Detroit Wayne County to Los Angeles International, as of May 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to Los Angeles International is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles International.

Traveling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is 5 hours.

  • Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, making Los Angeles three hours behind Detroit.

  • You can choose from 66 weekly Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. The 05:15 departure with Spirit Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Delta Air Lines operates the last service of the day at 22:59.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your DTW to LAX flight.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Delta Air Lines is your gateway to discovering Los Angeles (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • The airline most travelers fly with on this route is Delta Air Lines.

  • Spirit Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating DTW to LAX flights. An impressive 82.22% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. These are the top stopovers between DTW and LAX:

    • Chicago Midway International Airport

    • Denver International Airport

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is AED 397. A return plane ticket is currently AED 740. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Score cheap tickets from DTW to LAX by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DTW to LAX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • DTW's address is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, data shows 75.1% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is around 32 kilometers from central Detroit. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near DTW? If you're catching an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport to the center of Los Angeles has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometers away.

  • If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Los Angeles. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DTW to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometers away to the south-east, top sights here include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • Around 499 kilometers north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favorite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

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