Los Angeles to Detroit (LAX–DET) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Los Angeles to Detroit
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,994 mi 3h 38m nonstop +3h ahead 9 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LAX and DET, connecting options are available through 9 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LAX to DET.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Detroit from Los Angeles

Nearby airports with service to Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport.
Metric LAX→DET PSP→DET
Distance from LAX – 109 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1 –
Flight time 3h 38m 3h 31m
Departure OTP 82% –
Palm Springs (PSP) to Detroit flights
Airports within 200 miles of LAX with service to Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Detroit is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
LAX: PDT · DET: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 9:00 PM in Detroit.
Distance & Flight Time
1,994 mi / 3,208 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 38m.
Getting to LAX

FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.

Facts

LAX–DET Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Los Angeles to Detroit route.
Route details
Distance1,994 mi / 3,208 km
Flight time3h 38m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections9 hubs
Origin: LAX
Full nameLos Angeles International Airport
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m
Destination: DET
Full nameColeman A. Young Municipal Airport
IATA / ICAODET / KDET
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Elevation626 ft / 191 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LAX to DET flights.
Nonstop flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport take approximately 3h 38m. The route covers 1,994 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from LAX to DET.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LAS, PSP, MDW, MSP, CLE, BHM, YYZ, IAH and MIA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Detroit is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Nearby alternatives include PSP. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from LAX to DET

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

LAX to DET Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LAX to DET ranges from 3 hours 38 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,994 miles (3,208 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via LAS. Nearby alternative airports include Palm Springs (PSP).