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Detroit.$1,288 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Birmingham on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,288, select.
Detroit.$1,288 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Birmingham on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,288, select.
Detroit.$1,295 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Birmingham on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,295, select.
Detroit.$1,297 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Birmingham on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,297, select.
Detroit.$1,840 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Sat, 6 Sep.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,840, select.
Detroit.$1,862 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Aug, returning Mon, 25 Aug.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,862, select.
Detroit.$2,047 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Jul, returning Mon, 21 Jul.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,047, select.
Detroit.$2,062 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Birmingham on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,062, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Detroit Wayne County

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Detroit Wayne County flights are currently cheapest in September.
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Birmingham to Detroit Wayne County: Alternative routes

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Birmingham to Detroit: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,288
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to Detroit Wayne County: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Detroit Wayne County is $1,288. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Birmingham to Detroit Wayne County. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,288.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Birmingham to Detroit Wayne County.
The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Detroit Wayne County is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport on Wednesday, 8 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Birmingham Airport and Detroit Wayne County Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Detroit Wayne County but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Detroit is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Detroit Wayne County.

Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know

  • Detroit is four hours behind Birmingham and is in the UTC-4 timezone.

  • To ensure you get on your BHX to DTW flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Flying during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. These are the top stopovers between BHX and DTW:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • Right now, $1,040 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,288. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BHX to DTW if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.

  • Finding cheap flights from Birmingham International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from BHX to DTW is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Birmingham International Airport, data shows 65.48% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to BHX? If you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit

  • DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.

  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to central Detroit has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Detroit. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Book your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for July if you'd like to go to Detroit during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from BHX to DTW in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Detroit, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey around 386 kilometres west to Chicago to tick off its leading sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 257 kilometres south of Detroit, Columbus is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.

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