Question 1

How long is the flight from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Detroit to Los Angeles typically takes around 5 hours 6 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 10 hours 24 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from Detroit to Los Angeles, averaging around 5 to 6 flights per day, operated by, among others, Delta and NK. If you want to fly without a layover, it is worth filtering specifically for nonstop flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Detroit to Los Angeles are operated by, among others, Delta and NK. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with Frontier Airlines (via Las Vegas, Houston - George Bush), American Airlines (via Phoenix - Sky Harbor) and Alaska Airlines (via Seattle-Tacoma). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from Detroit to Los Angeles operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

From Detroit to Los Angeles, there are on average around 5 to 6 flights per day. This usually means you have a good choice of departure times. If you are flexible, you can easily compare times, prices, and airlines.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

From Detroit to Los Angeles, there are around 39 to 40 flights per week. This means you usually have connections available on several days and at various times. Beyond the price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline, and any potential additional fees.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Detroit to Los Angeles depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from Detroit to Los Angeles usually departs at 6:10 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Los Angeles.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Detroit to Los Angeles depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from Detroit to Los Angeles usually departs at 8:47 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

Which airports near Detroit are frequently used for flights to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

In addition to Detroit airport, users also frequently search for flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles. Alternative departure airports can offer more choice of flight times, airlines or prices. Also check how accessible each airport is for you.

Question 10

Which airports near Los Angeles are frequently chosen as a destination?

Accepted Answer

If you want to travel to Los Angeles, San Diego may also be worth considering as destination airports. These airports are frequently checked by users as an alternative. When comparing, consider whether a cheaper flight is really worth a longer onward journey.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Detroit Los Angeles	Outbound 09/01/26 1 Stopover (BOS) B61236, B61487 09h 40min	Return 09/09/26 1 Stopover (BOS) B60288, B61337 13h 10min	JetBlue Airways		$226
Best option Detroit Los Angeles	Outbound 01/01/27 direct DL0694 05h 15min	Return 01/08/27 direct DL2399 04h 34min	Delta Air Lines	?	$603
Detroit Los Angeles	Outbound 09/01/26 1 Stopover (BOS) B61236, B61487 09h 40min	Return 09/09/26 1 Stopover (BOS) B61488, B60837 10h 00min	JetBlue Airways	?	$227
Detroit Los Angeles	Outbound 09/01/26 1 Stopover (BOS) B61236, B61487 09h 40min	Return 09/09/26 1 Stopover (BOS) B60188, B60837 11h 55min	JetBlue Airways		$236
Detroit Los Angeles	Outbound 09/01/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F92801, F92333 17h 09min	Return 09/09/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F92342, F94186 27h 26min	Frontier Airlines		$301
Detroit Los Angeles	Outbound 09/01/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F92801, F92333 17h 09min	Return 09/09/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F92342, F94186 27h 26min	Frontier Airlines		$304
Detroit Los Angeles	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (MCO) F92530, F94145 26h 02min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (MCO) F94146, F92529 09h 44min	Frontier Airlines		$340
Detroit Los Angeles	Outbound 10/01/26 1 Stopover (IAH) F91957, F91755 12h 35min	Return 10/11/26 1 Stopover (SEA) AS0698, AS0315 08h 41min	Frontier Airlines	?	$443
Detroit Los Angeles	Outbound 09/01/26 1 Stopover (MCO) F93364, F94145 11h 23min	Return 09/09/26 1 Stopover (ATL) F94316, F91264 09h 35min	Frontier Airlines	?	$465
Detroit Los Angeles	Outbound 09/01/26 1 Stopover (EWR) UA3652, AS0287 17h 38min	Return 09/09/26 1 Stopover (MSP) SY1622, SY1981 22h 09min	United Airlines, Alaska Airlines	?	$517

Roundtrip from	$ 225,52
Flight duration	min. 04:59 / max. 05:25
Return flight duration	min. 04:22/ max. 06:30
Distance	3182 km
Flights per week	51
Departure airport	Airport Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, MI (DTW)
Arrival airport	Airport Los Angeles International Airport, CA (LAX)
Destination country	Flights to United States
City-Code - Arrival airport	Detroit Metropolitan Area - Los Angeles International Airport, CA
Departure airport - Destination country	Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, MI - United States

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