Los Angeles to Detroit (LAX–DET) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LAX–DET has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Detroit from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→DET | PSP→DET |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | – |
| Flight time | 3h 38m | 3h 31m |
| Departure OTP | 74% | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · DET: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 9:00 PM in Detroit.
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.
LAX–DET Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
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 is about 3 hours 38 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,994 miles (3,208 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available. Nearby alternative airports include Palm Springs (PSP).