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$172+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL to Detroit (BHM - DTT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — DTT
Jan 8 — Jan 151
Thu 1/8
Thu 1/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Detroit

Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 9, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:34 amBHM - DTW
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/3112:48 pmDTW - BHM
1 stop11h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/7$434
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:34 amBHM - DTW
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/306:39 pmDTW - BHM
1 stop5h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/7$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:34 amBHM - DTW
1 stop11h 56mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/112:48 pmDTW - BHM
1 stop11h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/8$455
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/285:00 pmBHM - DTW
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Fri 1/29:15 pmDTW - BHM
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/7$469
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:33 pmBHM - DTW
Nonstop2h 12mDelta
Wed 12/313:50 pmDTW - BHM
Nonstop2h 03mDelta
Deal found 12/7$499
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/273:35 pmBHM - DTW
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Fri 1/29:15 pmDTW - BHM
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/7$504
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:33 pmBHM - DTW
Nonstop2h 12mDelta
Tue 12/308:50 amDTW - BHM
1 stop4h 23mDelta
Deal found 12/7$509
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:33 pmBHM - DTW
Nonstop2h 12mDelta
Mon 12/293:50 pmDTW - BHM
Nonstop2h 03mDelta
Deal found 12/7$519
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:30 pmBHM - DTW
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Thu 1/11:15 pmDTW - BHM
2 stops9h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/8$525

Find flight deals from Birmingham to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) to Detroit (DTT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 9, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$367
(Southwest)

One-way from

$172
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$629

Good round-trip deal

$475 or less

Good one-way deal

$263 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham to Detroit that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 9, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Detroit that are best for you.

Fly from

Birmingham

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamDetroit

BHM - DTW

BHMDTW

Birmingham

Tue 1/6

7:20 am-12:10 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/13

5:25 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$343

BirminghamDetroit

BHM - DTW

BHMDTW

Birmingham

Thu 1/8

2:40 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/15

7:35 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$367

BirminghamDetroit

BHM - DTW

BHMDTW

Birmingham

Sun 1/25

6:40 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/27

6:30 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$392

BirminghamDetroit

BHM - DTW

BHMDTW

Birmingham

Mon 1/5

6:15 pm-12:05 am

1 stop4h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/12

1:40 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$408

BirminghamDetroit

BHM - DTW

BHMDTW

Birmingham

Sat 1/3

5:35 pm-12:25 am

1 stop5h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/10

8:50 am-4:35 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$408

BirminghamDetroit

BHM - DTW

BHMDTW

Birmingham

Fri 2/6

5:25 pm-8:33 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/9

3:33 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$419

BirminghamDetroit

BHM - DTW

BHMDTW

Birmingham

Tue 1/20

5:45 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$184

BirminghamDetroit

BHM - DTW

BHMDTW

Birmingham

Wed 2/4

2:40 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$184

BirminghamDetroit

BHM - DTW

BHMDTW

Birmingham

Wed 1/14

7:20 am-12:10 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$184

BirminghamDetroit

BHM - DTW

BHMDTW

Birmingham

Wed 1/21

5:45 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$184

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Compare providers for flights from Birmingham to Detroit

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Birmingham to Detroit in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham, Alabama-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Birmingham, Alabama-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Birmingham, Alabama-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham, Alabama-Detroit flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Birmingham, Alabama-Detroit flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Birmingham with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Detroit

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit (average of $60). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $356). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BHM to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 9, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 75% on flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from Birmingham to Detroit. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 9, 2025.

The most flights from BHM to DTT are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit?

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Detroit. Reviews last updated December 9, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Spirit Airlines from Birmingham to Detroit to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,172 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Birmingham to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Birmingham to Detroit?

    If you book a flight from Birmingham to Detroit, you will be flying from Birmingham to All airports. Flights to Detroit All airports (DTT) from Birmingham (BHM) take 2h 05m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Birmingham to Detroit per day from 3 airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit?

    Airlines like Southwest fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit in about 3h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Birmingham, Alabama and Detroit is about 626 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit round-trip from $58. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $216, and Delta, from $279. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 85% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit one-way?

    $54 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and American Airlines, with prices starting from $121 and $128, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit?

    Before booking your flight to Detroit from Birmingham, Alabama, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Virgin Atlantic (97%), KLM (95%), Air France( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit?

    On average you can expect to pay $494 for a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit. The cheapest flight overall is $125 while the most popular route, (Birmingham - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $417.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Birmingham to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Birmingham to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Birmingham to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit (average of $60). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $356). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Birmingham to Detroit

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to Detroit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$216Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$319Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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