Traveling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
Traveling over a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
To break up your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the DTW - BHX route include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
C$530 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham International Airport. A return flight starts at C$937. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flight tickets from DTW to BHX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flight tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham International Airport throughout the month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Located around 32 kilometres from the center of Detroit, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport can be reached in approximately 27 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 8 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to DTW? If you've booked an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Reserve a hotel near BHX if you're taking a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the center of Birmingham. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 23 minutes.
It takes roughly 48 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
June is the most popular month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Birmingham in February.
Book your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Birmingham International Airport for July if you want to visit Birmingham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 24ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from DTW to BHX around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Birmingham
Start your Birmingham trip right by finding the perfect stay. After booking your flight from DTW to BHX, have a look at our hotel options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are must-have experiences during your Birmingham visit.
Complete your Birmingham trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Birmingham International Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Birmingham.