What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Detroit to Los Angeles flights?

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

What is the most punctual flight time for Detroit to Los Angeles flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

How often are flights from Detroit to Los Angeles delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Detroit and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 150 minutes.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (86%), China Eastern (82%), LATAM Airlines( 80%).

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 36 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles (average of £228). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of £410). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to LAX?

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 89% versus a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles flights typically cost between £218 and £473 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £182 on JetBlue (13 Nov–16 Nov).

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How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?
Departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles will take you 5h. The distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Los Angeles is about 1974 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?
Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (86%), China Eastern (82%), LATAM Airlines( 80%).
Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Los Angeles.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Los Angeles?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles (average of £228). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of £410). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 89% versus a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles flights typically cost between £218 and £473 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £182 on JetBlue (13 Nov–16 Nov).

How often are flights from Detroit to Los Angeles delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Detroit and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 150 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Detroit to Los Angeles flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Detroit to Los Angeles flights?

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Angeles flights typically cost between £218 and £473 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £182 on JetBlue (13 Nov–16 Nov).