Flying from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Birmingham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport.
Detroit's timezone is UTC-5, making Detroit one hour ahead of Birmingham.
Flights from BHM to DTW start from 06:15 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The last departure is at 17:38 with Delta Air Lines. In total, there are 17 weekly Birmingham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BHM to DTW flight.
During popular months such as October, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Getting to Detroit (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a snap with Delta. This popular airline has direct flights from Birmingham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Delta.
Delta is the most punctual carrier operating BHM to DTW flights, with 79.26% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Birmingham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BHM and DTW include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Nashville Airport
Chicago Midway Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
AED 472 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight. A return flight starts at AED 1,006. These fares may change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from BHM to DTW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Birmingham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BHM to DTW by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHM)
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Birmingham Airport, 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Birmingham Airport is around 14 kilometers from central Birmingham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BHM? If you've booked an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Reserve a hotel close to DTW if you're on a late Birmingham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Detroit Wayne County Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Detroit and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Detroit Wayne County Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Detroit based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport for July if you'd like to visit Detroit during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHM to DTW in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Detroit has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometers west of Detroit, a trip to Chicago will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Columbus is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometers south of Detroit. No trip is complete without seeing Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theater.
