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Cheapest round-trip
$272
Typical prices: $363-$537
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/15Thu 1/18
BHM - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$571
Typical prices: $364-$542
Delta
Sun 12/16Thu 12/20
BHM - DTW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 2h 08m
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $232 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Detroit (BHM-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Birmingham to Detroit

Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18
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9:08 pm - 9:13 amBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 05m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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11:30 am - 8:28 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
9h 58m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Raleigh-Durham
$272Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Sun, Dec 20
American Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 3:38 pmBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:08 am - 9:51 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
5h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$309American Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Dec 28
American Airlines Logo
7:07 pm - 12:36 amBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:08 am - 9:51 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
5h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$309American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 1:20 pmBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
5:45 am - 11:15 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
6h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
$311Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
Southwest Logo
5:00 am - 10:10 amBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 11:30 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
6h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
$311Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 1:20 pmBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
2:15 pm - 8:05 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
6h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
$311Southwest
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:15 pmBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
1:17 pm - 10:34 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
10h 17m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$317American Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Sun, Dec 20
Delta Logo
6:26 am - 9:30 amBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 04mnonstop
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3:55 pm - 5:04 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
2h 09mnonstop
$571Delta
Fri, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 18
Delta Logo
5:30 pm - 8:40 pmBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 10mnonstop
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8:00 pm - 9:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
2h 00mnonstop
$571Delta
Fri, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 29
Delta Logo
12:06 pm - 3:18 pmBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 12mnonstop
Delta Logo
8:40 am - 9:45 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
2h 05mnonstop
$571Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 55% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $339 round-trip.
•April ($559) and March ($538) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$84
Beat the crowds with an average 71% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 107% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from Birmingham to Detroit

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Your Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:15 am and lands at 8:23 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:44 pm and lands at 7:52 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 08m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 2h 08m, covering 626 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $363 to $537, with an average of $437 over the past 12 months. Anything below $363 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $232 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $439 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 717-200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $272 to $1,147. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • Delta
    • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $212, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $75 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flights from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 76% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $381 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $679, a difference of $298.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Only Delta operates flights between Birmingham and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 29m, compared with 4h 47m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 03m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 1 hour ahead of Birmingham (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Greektown Casino, Ford Field and Little Caesars Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • Delta: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $381, about $298 less than Sunday fares (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for August. Fares historically average $339 round-trip in that month - typically $220 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $232 round-trip on this route - about $207 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

    • The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport

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Direct departures

Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

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Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Birmingham

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

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