- Must visit
Detroit Institute of Arts
World-class museum with Diego Rivera’s Detroit Industry murals and major collections spanning ancient to contemporary art.
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Detroit, MI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Detroit, MI will cost around $887 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $442.
It's difficult to get from Los Angeles, CA to Detroit, MI without transferring at least once.
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Flights from Los Angeles, CA to Detroit, MI depart on average 132 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $100 if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:09, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 1979 miles (3185 km) distance in 3h 31m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1979 miles (3185 km) |
Average flight duration 7h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 |
Flights per day 132 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 3h 31m |
First flight 12:09 AM |
Last flight 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Los Angeles, CA to Detroit, MI.
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Detroit, MI flights for today, Saturday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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UA2446 · UA1915 | 5:00 AM Ontario International Airport | 6h27 | 2:27 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA892 · AA2387 | 6:00 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 8h39 | 5:39 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA892 · AA1297 | 6:00 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 10h13 | 7:13 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2564+ AA6486 | 6:02 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 7h05 | 4:07 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1989 · AA1673 | 6:02 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 7h57 | 4:59 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2564+ AA5004 | 6:02 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 12h32 | 9:34 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2564+ AA6325 | 6:02 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 11h31 | 8:33 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1309 · AS313 | 7:00 AM Long Beach Municipal | 30h47 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS491 · AS313 | 7:03 AM Burbank | 30h44 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS562 · AS3064 · AS313 | 7:03 AM Burbank | 30h44 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS562 · AS427 · AS313 | 7:03 AM Burbank | 30h44 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS562 · AS1432 · AS313 | 7:03 AM Burbank | 30h44 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS562 · AS3038 · AS313 | 7:03 AM Burbank | 30h44 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS562 · AS2320 · AS313 | 7:03 AM Burbank | 30h44 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS562 · AS2240 · AS313 | 7:03 AM Burbank | 30h44 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS562 · AS2205 · AS313 | 7:03 AM Burbank | 30h44 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS562 · AS3217 · AS313 | 7:03 AM Burbank | 30h44 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS562 · AS2284 · AS313 | 7:03 AM Burbank | 30h44 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2743 · UA3586 | 7:10 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 8h18 | 6:28 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1121 · AA1297 | 8:00 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 8h13 | 7:13 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS677 · AS313 | 8:00 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 29h47 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1899 · UA1651 · UA5752 | 9:08 AM Burbank | 10h14 | 10:22 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS485 · AS313 | 10:00 AM Burbank | 27h47 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1653 · AS313 | 10:00 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 27h47 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS96 · AS2205 · AS313 | 10:29 AM Burbank | 27h18 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS96 · AS2320 · AS313 | 10:29 AM Burbank | 27h18 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS96 · AS3064 · AS313 | 10:29 AM Burbank | 27h18 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS96 · AS2240 · AS313 | 10:29 AM Burbank | 27h18 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS96 · AS427 · AS313 | 10:29 AM Burbank | 27h18 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS96 · AS2284 · AS313 | 10:29 AM Burbank | 27h18 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS96 · AS1432 · AS313 | 10:29 AM Burbank | 27h18 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS3312 · AS2320 · AS313 | 10:40 AM Ontario International Airport | 27h07 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS3312 · AS427 · AS313 | 10:40 AM Ontario International Airport | 27h07 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS3312 · AS1432 · AS313 | 10:40 AM Ontario International Airport | 27h07 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1814 · UA2440 | 10:47 AM John Wayne Airport | 6h43 | 8:30 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS3401 · AS1322 · AS313 | 10:51 AM Burbank | 26h56 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2061 · UA1220 | 10:55 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 8h20 | 10:15 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA387 · AA2508 | 10:57 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 9h53 | 11:50 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA556 · AA1268 | 11:04 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 9h50 | 11:54 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2843 · UA1220 | 11:10 AM John Wayne Airport | 8h05 | 10:15 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2843 · UA675 · UA5478 | 11:10 AM John Wayne Airport | 9h47 | 11:57 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2843 · UA1131 · UA5478 | 11:10 AM John Wayne Airport | 9h47 | 11:57 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS1865 · AS313 | 11:20 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 26h27 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA643+ AA5004 | 11:39 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 6h55 | 9:34 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS575 · AS313 | 12:02 PM Ontario International Airport | 25h45 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS798 · AS313 | 12:05 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 25h42 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2044 · UA1528 | 12:08 PM John Wayne Airport | 7h19 | 10:27 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1855 · UA3412 | 12:15 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 8h29 | 11:44 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA457 · UA5752 | 12:40 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 6h42 | 10:22 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2187 · UA1220 | 1:02 PM Burbank | 6h13 | 10:15 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2166 · UA1220 | 1:09 PM John Wayne Airport | 6h06 | 10:15 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS330 · AS313 | 1:18 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 24h29 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1263 · UA1220 | 1:29 PM Ontario International Airport | 5h46 | 10:15 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1766 · AA2508 | 2:00 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 6h50 | 11:50 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2487 · UA5478 | 2:21 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 6h36 | 11:57 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2611 · UA5478 | 2:22 PM John Wayne Airport | 6h35 | 11:57 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS715 · AS313 | 2:32 PM Burbank | 23h15 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1794 · AS745 · AS313 | 2:59 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 22h48 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS1794 · AS520 · AS313 | 2:59 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 22h48 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS585 · AS313 | 3:03 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 22h44 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS717 · AS313 | 3:05 PM Long Beach Municipal | 22h42 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS2323 · AS2124 · AS313 | 3:15 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 22h32 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS91 · AS68 · AS313 | 3:58 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 21h49 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS91 · AS591 · AS313 | 3:58 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 21h49 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS2384 · AS2124 · AS313 | 4:04 PM Ontario International Airport | 21h43 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS571 · AS313 | 4:09 PM Ontario International Airport | 21h38 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1754 · AS1432 · AS313 | 4:15 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 21h32 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS1754 · AS427 · AS313 | 4:15 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 21h32 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS1754 · AS2205 · AS313 | 4:15 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 21h32 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS1754 · AS2320 · AS313 | 4:15 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 21h32 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA2193+ AA3546 | 4:15 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 14h12 | 9:27 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1305 · AS313 | 4:35 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 21h12 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1848 · AS68 · AS313 | 4:45 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 21h02 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS1838 · AS68 · AS313 | 5:45 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 20h02 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA1433+ AA3546 | 5:56 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 12h31 | 9:27 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1858 · AS745 · AS313 | 5:59 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 19h48 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS1397 · AS1432 · AS313 | 6:08 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 19h39 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS1397 · AS2205 · AS313 | 6:08 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 19h39 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS1397 · AS427 · AS313 | 6:08 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 19h39 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS529 · AS313 | 6:09 PM Burbank | 19h38 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS698 · AS313 | 6:18 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 19h29 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5986 · UA368 · UA3566 | 6:29 PM Burbank | 11h57 | 9:26 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5986 · UA1971 · UA3566 | 6:29 PM Burbank | 11h57 | 9:26 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS3303 · AS2351 · AS313 | 7:45 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 18h02 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS411 · AS68 · AS313 | 7:45 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 18h02 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS614 · AS313 | 7:46 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 18h01 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1868 · AS745 · AS313 | 7:55 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 17h52 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5339 · UA1971 · UA3566 | 8:00 PM John Wayne Airport | 10h26 | 9:26 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5339 · UA368 · UA3566 | 8:00 PM John Wayne Airport | 10h26 | 9:26 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS1497 · AS313 | 8:45 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 17h02 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS207 · AS427 · AS313 | 8:48 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 16h59 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS207 · AS2205 · AS313 | 8:48 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 16h59 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS3077 · AS2313 · AS313 | 9:01 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 16h46 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS2306 · AS2179 · AS313 | 9:15 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 16h32 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS2306 · AS1668 · AS313 | 9:15 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 16h32 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS2306 · AS200 · AS313 | 9:15 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 16h32 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA791+ AA5550 | 9:30 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 9h15 | 9:45 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS3078 · AS2452 · AS313 | 9:32 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 16h15 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS2485 · AS68 · AS313 | 10:00 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 15h47 | 4:47 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
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World-class museum with Diego Rivera’s Detroit Industry murals and major collections spanning ancient to contemporary art.
Immersive museum of African American history, culture, and achievement with strong regional and national storytelling.
Motown’s original Studio A preserves the sound and stories behind legendary recordings that shaped popular music worldwide.
Riverfront promenade with public art, plazas, and skyline views; one of the city’s best places for a scenic walk.
Large island park with gardens, trails, beaches, and major attractions, offering a nature escape minutes from downtown.
Revived public square at the city center, hosting events, seasonal programming, and easy access to downtown landmarks.
A square deep-dish pizza with a crisp, caramelized cheese edge and striped sauce. It is Detroit’s signature pie, born in blue steel auto pans.
A hot dog topped with chili, mustard, and diced onions on a steamed bun. It is a classic Detroit street food tied to Greek-American diners.
A layered sandwich of corned beef, swiss cheese, coleslaw, and Russian dressing on grilled rye. It is a beloved deli staple in metro Detroit.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant focused on seasonal tasting menus and polished service. One of Detroit’s top special-occasion destinations.
Beloved Eastern Market bakery known for paczki, cakes, and old-school sweets. Expect a busy, nostalgic counter-service experience.
Historic downtown institution famous for Detroit-style square pizza in a lively, casual setting with old-school local character.
Moderate for US city breaks: hotels and dining are mid-priced, transit is limited, and car or rideshare costs can raise daily spend.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or about 10% in cafes if there is table service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Detroit, MI by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Detroit, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Los Angeles, CA to Detroit, MI flights use the Los Angeles International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and Detroit, MI airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Los Angeles International Airport is 2 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Los Angeles International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles International Airport: Ramps.
Detroit Wayne County Airport is 3 km from Detroit city centre. Public transport options include:
Detroit Wayne County Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in both Mcmara and North terminals, offering a variety of cuisines including American and Italian. Top options include Chick-fil-A and Andiamo.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout both terminals, near gates and baggage claimas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Detroit Wayne County Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Detroit Wayne County Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Detroit Wayne County Airport: Elevators, ramps, toilets.
Nearby hotels include Hotels are available within walking distance, including The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport Hotel located in the Mcmara terminal..
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