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Cheapest round-trip
$208
Typical prices: $431-$633
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/7Fri 12/14
DTW - BHM • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$571
Typical prices: $429-$655
Delta
Tue 12/11Thu 12/13
DTW - BHM • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 2h 03m
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 14% price drop
October
Most popular
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Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $442 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 4h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Birmingham (DTW-BHM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Birmingham

Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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2:31 pm - 8:28 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
6h 57m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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9:08 pm - 11:21 amBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 13m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$208Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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2:31 pm - 8:28 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
6h 57m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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9:08 pm - 11:21 amBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 13m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$209Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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2:27 pm - 8:28 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
7h 01m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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9:08 pm - 11:21 amBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 13m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$209Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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2:31 pm - 8:28 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
6h 57m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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9:08 pm - 3:16 pmBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
41h 08m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Houston George Bush Intcntl
$211Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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6:50 pm - 9:40 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
3h 50m1 stop Nashville Intl
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6:10 am - 12:45 pmBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 35m1 stop Nashville Intl
$311Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:00 am - 11:30 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
6h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
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2:20 pm - 10:10 pmBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$311Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
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2:15 pm - 8:05 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
6h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
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2:20 pm - 10:10 pmBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$311Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Dec 27
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5:51 pm - 6:51 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
2h 00mnonstop
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5:44 pm - 8:59 pmBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 15mnonstop
$571Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
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7:45 pm - 8:41 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
1h 56mnonstop
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5:32 pm - 8:47 pmBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 15mnonstop
$571Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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7:45 pm - 8:41 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BHM Birmingham
1h 56mnonstop
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6:26 am - 9:30 amBHM  Birmingham-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 04mnonstop
$571Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 39% higher.

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

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham at $419 round-trip.
•September ($659) and May ($529) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$129
Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 24% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham

When to book flights from Detroit to Birmingham

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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:25 am and lands at 10:28 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:00 pm and lands at 10:03 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 03m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham takes 2h 03m, covering 626 miles.

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

    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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham range from $431 to $633, with an average of $488 over the past 12 months. Anything below $431 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $442 round-trip via Chicago Midway (MDW), compared to $494 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham?

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

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

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

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham 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 $208 to $1,192. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $208, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Birmingham Airport (BHM)?

    Birmingham Airport (BHM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $67 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • Budget

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

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

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

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

    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 15% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $439 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $679, a difference of $240.

    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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham?

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

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

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 20m, compared with 4h 31m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 33m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Birmingham?

    Some of the most popular sights in Birmingham are UAB Hospital Jefferson Tower and Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center. These are among the most viewed places in Birmingham on KAYAK.

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

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

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $439, about $240 less than Sunday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham trip for December. Fares historically average $419 round-trip in that month - typically $240 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $442 round-trip on this route - about $51 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 Birmingham Airport.

    • Ramada by Wyndham Birmingham Airport
    • Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport By IHG
    • Relax Inn Hotel

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Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Birmingham

Monday

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Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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