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What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?
The cheapest month to fly to Detroit from California is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $264, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Detroit in January, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Detroit during October average around $279.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Detroit?
On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from California is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $342. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from California to Detroit for around $440.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Detroit?
In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from California to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as $263. Flying to Detroit in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $399 on average. Flights to Detroit from California at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.
What is the cheapest California to Detroit flight route?
Fly from Los Angeles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County for the best California - Detroit flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to Detroit?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Detroit from California when booking 5 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Detroit for around $342 when searching 5 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Detroit from California for as low as $270 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on California to Detroit flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Detroit flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Detroit?
Spirit Airlines and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from California to Detroit
What airlines fly to Detroit?
Delta, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit from California according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Detroit on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from California to Detroit on average per day?
As of April 2025, 41 flights take off from California and land in Detroit each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 11:00AM, with 39% of daily flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from California to Detroit on average per week?
The number of flights available between California and Detroit is 293 per week as of April 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Detroit?
Prices for flights from California to Detroit refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Detroit?
As of April 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Detroit.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Detroit?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The required travel and health documents for your Detroit trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Detroit. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Detroit?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to Detroit is Airbus A321-100/200 (16.68% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-900 (16.16%), Airbus A320 (sharklets) (11.66%), and Airbus A320neo (7.48%).
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $96 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,283 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $126 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 7,940 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $198 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $199 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.9 349 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $241 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,918 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $257 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 2,924 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $281 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,685 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $287 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,920 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $356 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,287 reviews |
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Can I find flights from California to Detroit with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Detroit from California which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
How can momondo help me find flights from California to Detroit?
Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Detroit from California.
I’m not ready to book a flight from California to Detroit right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Detroit from California. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.