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Flight from Detroit to Birmingham

FAQs for booking flights from Michigan to Alabama

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Michigan to Alabama?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Michigan to Alabama.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Michigan to Alabama?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Michigan to Alabama is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Michigan to Alabama?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Michigan to Alabama with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Michigan to Alabama?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Michigan to Alabama up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • Which airlines fly most frequently to Alabama?

    Michigan and Alabama are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are WestJet (49 flights per week), Delta (43 flights per week), and Virgin Atlantic (26 flights per week).

  • How many airports are there in Alabama?

    There are 7 airports in Alabama. The busiest airport is Birmingham Airport (BHM), with 42% of all flights arriving there.

  • Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Alabama?

    Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Alabama is Birmingham Airport (BHM), with an average flight price of $482.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Alabama?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Alabama is Wednesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $459. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are $648 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Alabama?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Alabama is generally in the afternoon, when round-trip flights cost $185 on average. Morning departures are around 16% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Alabama is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $549.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Alabama?

    The cheapest ticket to Alabama from Michigan found in the last 5 days was to Huntsville, at $319 round-trip. The most popular route is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Birmingham (BHM) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $543.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Michigan to Alabama?

    The cheapest month for flights from Michigan to Alabama is August, when tickets cost $199 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and May, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $623 and $498 respectively.

  • How many cities have direct flights to Alabama?

    From Michigan, there are direct flights to Alabama from 1 city. This city is Detroit and there are 175 direct flights each week.

  • How many direct flights to Alabama are there each day?

    There are around 25 direct flights from within Michigan to Alabama every day. Most flights (44%) depart in the evening.

  • How many direct flights to Alabama are there each week?

    Each week there are around 175 direct flights from within Michigan to Alabama. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

  • How long is the flight to Alabama?

    An average nonstop flight from Michigan to Alabama takes 3h 40m, covering a distance of 704 miles. The shortest route is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Birmingham (BHM) with an average flight time of 1h 40m.

  • How many long-haul flights are there to Alabama each week?

    There are not any long-haul (6-12 hour flight duration) or medium-haul (3-6 hour flight duration) flights to Alabama. Instead, there are 175 short-haul flights (up to 3 hour flight duration), with the most arriving from Detroit.

  • What are the most popular destinations in Alabama?

    Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Atlanta (76% of total searches to Alabama). The next most popular destinations are Pensacola (9%) and Birmingham (4%). Searches for flights to Valparaiso (3%), to Chattanooga (2%) and to Mobile (2%) are also popular.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Michigan to Alabama

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Michigan to Alabama? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4217 reviews
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
7.0Food
7.4Entertainment
8.1Boarding
Airline reviews

On time departure and arrival. Had to be the oldest plane in the SWA fleet but it got me where I needed to be.

8.0 ExcellentJohn, Oct 2026
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On time departure and arrival. Had to be the oldest plane in the SWA fleet but it got me where I needed to be.

Flight was delayed out of BWI unexpectedly / without a reason given but otherwise ok.

I got a bit sick on the flight, and was so grateful when the male flight attendant explained to me they keep the back row open for cases like mine. He took such great care of me! I was incredibly grateful.

Friendly crew. Snacks were carb-heavy. Flight was quite delaye

The service was fine, about the same as you get on most lower end airlines. I dont understand the perks of flying them much anymore for the cost.

the flight was significantly delayed. Not much was done by the airline to compensate passengers

Fairly good - the seats seemed more comfortable on this flight. The staff out of Detroit were quite friendly. But they directed us to the wrong carousel for luggage. :(

Southwest's seats are the least comfortable I have ever sat in.

Southwest is a discount airline. I get it. You take the (usually) good pricing with the bad (cramped). But Southwest is becoming more and more like the cut-rate airlines *cough* Spirit *cough*. It used to actually be a fun experience. e.g. paying for WiFi is bad enough - having to pay for it on each leg of a flight is ridiculous. Yes, I've seen your numbers that it only "impacts a small percentage", but you and I both know that is misleading at best. While I used to try to fly SW exclusively when flying domestically, now I'll look elsewhere very frequently and price being equal (or close) I'm going to the other carriers.

Seats were worn out but everything else was pretty much flawless.

I just wish the boarding process/time to take off after boarding was quicker and more efficient. I also wish that the overhead luggage was managed better. almost every time i fly there is no space for carry ons and they are either checked or I end up having to store it several rows back from my seat. Delta should not offer carryons for all customers if there is not actually space for everyone

attendents were rude and the boarding was disjointed and poor

The trip to Harrisburg from Detroit was extremely uncomfortable because of heat

Great quik boarding, friendly gate agent and crew. Let early

We sat at the gate for over 30 minutes, with no indication as to why

All was fine. Small plane so no food or entertainment.

Very aggressive at the boarding area of only allowing one person passed a line/ sign

Delayed 7 hours Crew and employees were nice Extra long flight but at least we got in

I love how the flight crews are now saying what the weather will be like, when we can expect to be able to get up and use the restrooms etc. I have to say also that our flight crews this trip were incredible - fast and courteous - and somehow managed to do the service even on these short flights with a few bumps. The only reason for an ok rating on entertainment was because these short flights are on planes without seatback displays but that's ok because I just download shows on my iPhone beforehand.

Original flight was delayed, then cancelled and the gate staff did not expedite rebooking. Also, no instructions were given that a ticket number was needed before being called to facilitate rebooking. This could have been much more organized.

Great flight and crew. Need more legroom and DO NOT allow seats to recline.

Horrible! Several delays and then was cancelled! I spent over 24 hours in the airport and was unable to get a hotel or food voucher.

This flight is a quick way to get to Chicago, but a bit expensive.

We got delayed three hours and nobody thought to have the bathroom fixed while we were sitting waiting to board? took a full hour to have maintenance come and check it off. Had to shut the bathroom down twice so that the pilots could go to the bathroom. Everyone missed their connections.

Not good - outbound flight was delayed and missed my connection even though I got to the gate after running through the airport - the agent would not let me on because the door was closed (flight had not left). There was no notification from United - overall experience was very disappointing. Additionally, I was downgraded from first class to coach on the alternative flight

I liked that the flight was nonstop from ORD to CIU for $200 round trip.

My flight was scheduled for about 6:05 departure. There were 11 gate changes from 4-7pm and the flight was 3 hours delayed due to operational issues. The plane taxied around the airport for about half an hour before stopping to be de-iced. It would have been nice if we were alerted of the plan to de-ice prior to the 30 minute drive around the airport. The flight attendant was friendly, which was the only redeeming thing about this flight. As a former flight attendant for United, I was extremely disappointed.

Some sort of compensation for missing work because of a cancelled flight that was United’s fault

I was told we'd have a hot breakfast option in first class, so I chose not get a hot breakfast. It was a very strange meal, but the fresh fruit was very good quality. Service was excellent from ORD to ELP. No service from MBS to ORD, not even water. However, when flying American from FNT to ORD, which is a shorter flight, they at least pass out snacks and offer water.

Staff friendly and app worked really well. Modest delays were frustrating

The flight from Chicago to Orlando was delayed inordinately. My whole journey from Lansing to MCO took 9.5 hours is just annoying and frustrating. We can understand the delays may be beyond their control, but overall the journey was so much waiting until reached to MCO. This is NOT the first time for me - but at least 80% of the time in this route. I barely remember reaching places on time.

Normally, I fly Delta first then Southwest second. I would never voluntarily fly American ever again. The seat space on this particular flight for me was incredibly cramped and small and tight. Fly crew not the most pleasant I’ve ever come across, and the normal delays of ground cruise and weather I know you will totally can’t control. Still would not fly American voluntarily again.

I sat in seat 22D near the back right of the plane. My phone battery was getting low, so I plugged my charger into the power outlets below the seats in front of me. They did not work. When I asked the flight attendant whether this was the case for the whole plane he said, "No. It's only this one. It hasn't worked for months". This should be noted to whomever services this plane so that maintenance can fix this for future passengers. I was on Flight AA5614 from Grand Rapids to Philadelphia on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.

Flight was on time. Boarding was smooth and orderly. Flight attendants were friendly and professional. Bags came out soon after arrival.

This flight was of course delayed because American cannot have flights that are not delayed.

The passenger in front of of me reclined their seat back all the way the entire flight. Their headrest was in my face the entire flight! I barely had room for the little plastic cup of water to fit on my tray table; can you make the seats and space between the rows any smaller??? You can’t even get up to use the restroom! Worst flight I’ve had in a very long time!

On time on a day with lots of weather cancellations on other flights. Thank you for getting me home during a winter storm!

The flight got delayed 2.5 hrs due to a maintenance issue that cause a domino effect. American should have spare planes for when something like this happens.

They changed our Gate 5 times, and concourse twice. Changed our seats twice.

Despite my vow to never fly with American Airlines (AA) again following a disappointing experience in the summer of 2022, I found myself reluctantly booking a non-stop flight from Huntsville to Washington D.C. on AA, as it was the only airline offering this direct route. To my surprise, the entire process was seamless, from boarding to landing. The flights were punctual, eliminating any need for excuses or explanations. Based on this positive experience, I am pleased to say AA has regained my trust and will be considered for my future travel needs.

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