What is the cheapest airline that flies from Alabama to Detroit?

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Alabama to Detroit

What airlines fly to Detroit?

Delta, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit from Alabama according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 58% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Detroit on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Alabama to Detroit on average per day?

As of February 2026, 45 flights take off from Alabama and land in Detroit each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 57% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Alabama to Detroit on average per week?

316 flights are operational weekly from Alabama to Detroit as of February 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Alabama you fly out of and what airport in Detroit you fly into. For example, flying from Huntsville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 1h 51m on average. On the other hand, flying from Birmingham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 2h 02m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Alabama to Detroit?

Prices for flights from Alabama to Detroit refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Alabama to Detroit?

There are 5 operators available for flights from Alabama to Detroit as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Alabama to Detroit?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Alabama to Detroit.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?

The required travel and health documents for your Detroit trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Detroit. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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6:00 am - 8:07 am

ATL

DTW

2h 07mnonstop

5:17 pm - 7:31 pm

DTW

ATL

2h 14mnonstop

$71Frontier

Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 8

11:31 am - 1:30 pm

ATL

DTW

1h 59mnonstop

2:35 pm - 4:37 pm

DTW

ATL

2h 02mnonstop

$72Spirit Airlines

Tue, Mar 3 - Sun, Mar 8

6:00 am - 8:07 am

ATL

DTW

2h 07mnonstop

6:05 am - 8:02 am

DTW

ATL

1h 57mnonstop

$74Multiple Airlines

Fri, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 22

2:10 pm - 4:14 pm

ATL

DTW

2h 04mnonstop

6:05 am - 8:14 am

DTW

ATL

2h 09mnonstop

$80Multiple Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Sat, May 9

6:00 am - 10:56 am

MGM

DTW

3h 56m

1 stop

9:15 am - 2:16 pm

DTW

MGM

6h 01m

1 stop

$258Delta

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10

7:00 am - 6:48 pm

MGM

DTW

10h 48m

2 stops

6:10 am - 12:49 pm

DTW

MGM

7h 39m

1 stop

$264American Airlines

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10

6:00 am - 10:56 am

MGM

DTW

3h 56m

1 stop

6:20 am - 11:55 am

DTW

MGM

6h 35m

1 stop

$268Delta

Tue, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 21

7:00 am - 4:53 pm

MGM

DTW

8h 53m

2 stops

5:45 am - 1:02 pm

DTW

MGM

8h 17m

2 stops

$269American Airlines

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10

7:00 am - 3:05 pm

VPS

DTW

7h 05m

1 stop

6:00 am - 9:45 am

DTW

VPS

4h 45m

1 stop

$317Southwest

Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9

7:00 am - 3:05 pm

VPS

DTW

7h 05m

1 stop

1:25 pm - 9:05 pm

DTW

VPS

8h 40m

2 stops

$323Southwest

Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9

Frontier flights from Alabama to Detroit

Our best Frontier deals on Alabama to Detroit flight tickets

Frontier

Mar 1

ATL6:00 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2h 07m

DTW8:07 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mar 8

DTW5:17 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 14m

ATL7:31 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$71

Frontier

Feb 19

ATL6:00 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2h 07m

DTW8:07 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Feb 21

DTW5:08 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 14m

ATL7:22 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$77

Frontier

Mar 12

ATL2:10 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2h 02m

DTW4:12 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mar 14

DTW7:24 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 16m

ATL9:40 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$78

Spirit Airlines flights from Alabama to Detroit

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Alabama to Detroit flight tickets

Spirit Airlines

Mar 3

ATL11:31 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1h 59m

DTW1:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mar 8

DTW2:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 02m

ATL4:37 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$72

Spirit Airlines

Feb 24

ATL2:00 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1h 57m

DTW3:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Feb 26

DTW9:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 03m

ATL11:03 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$81

Spirit Airlines

Feb 24

ATL11:31 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1h 59m

DTW1:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Feb 25

DTW8:49 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11h 22m

1 stop

ATL8:11 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$84

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AtlantaDetroit

ATL - DTW

ATLDTW

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 3/1

6:00 am-8:07 am

Nonstop2h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/8

5:17 pm-7:31 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$71

AtlantaDetroit

ATL - DTW

ATLDTW

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 3/3

11:31 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/8

2:35 pm-4:37 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$72

AtlantaDetroit

ATL - DTW

ATLDTW

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 3/6

6:00 am-8:07 am

Nonstop2h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/22

6:05 am-8:02 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$74

AtlantaDetroit

ATL - DTW

ATLDTW

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 5/7

2:10 pm-4:14 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/9

6:05 am-8:14 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$80

MontgomeryDetroit

MGM - DTW

MGMDTW

Montgomery Dannelly Field

Tue 3/3

6:00 am-10:56 am

1 stop3h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/10

9:15 am-2:16 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$258

MontgomeryDetroit

MGM - DTW

MGMDTW

Montgomery Dannelly Field

Tue 3/3

7:00 am-6:48 pm

2 stops10h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/10

6:10 am-12:49 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$264

MontgomeryDetroit

MGM - DTW

MGMDTW

Montgomery Dannelly Field

Tue 2/17

6:00 am-10:56 am

1 stop3h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/21

6:20 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 35m

$268

MontgomeryDetroit

MGM - DTW

MGMDTW

Montgomery Dannelly Field

Tue 3/3

7:00 am-4:53 pm

2 stops8h 53m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/10

5:45 am-1:02 pm

2 stops8h 17m

$269

ValparaisoDetroit

VPS - DTW

VPSDTW

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Wed 3/4

7:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop4h 45m

$317

ValparaisoDetroit

VPS - DTW

VPSDTW

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Wed 3/4

7:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

1:25 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$323

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Alabama to Detroit

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from Alabama is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $447. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Alabama to Detroit for around $811.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Alabama to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as $183. Flying to Detroit at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $699 on average. Flights to Detroit from Alabama in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Alabama to Detroit flight route?

Fly from Huntsville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County for the best Alabama - Detroit flight prices

What cabin class options are available on Alabama to Detroit flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Alabama to Detroit flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Alabama to Detroit flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Alabama to Detroit.

Cheap Alabama to Detroit flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$256
Fastest flight time	1h 47m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Detroit	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Detroit from Alabama in the past 72 hours is $256. The best round-trip flight deal from Alabama to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $478.

The fastest flight from Alabama to Detroit takes 1h 47m

Direct flights go from Alabama to Detroit every day.

There is 1 airport in Detroit. From Alabama there are direct flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Alabama to Detroit?
Prices for flights from Alabama to Detroit refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Alabama to Detroit?
There are 5 operators available for flights from Alabama to Detroit as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Alabama to Detroit?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Alabama to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The required travel and health documents for your Detroit trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Detroit. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Alabama to Detroit?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Alabama to Detroit is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 (35.29% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 (8.82%), Boeing 717-200 (5.88%), and Embraer 170 (5.88%).

Best airlines flying from Alabama to Detroit

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Alabama to Detroit with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $58	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,412 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $216	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,274 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Delta	PriceFrom $238	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,146 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,222 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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