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

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

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

As of February 2026, 43 flights take off from Detroit and land in Alabama each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 7:00PM, with 56% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

The number of flights available between Detroit and Alabama is 305 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 22% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What airlines fly to Alabama?

Delta, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Alabama from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Alabama. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Alabama on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Detroit to Alabama were last updated today.

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

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

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Alabama.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Alabama 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 Alabama. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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10:10 am - 12:13 pm

DTW

ATL

2h 03mnonstop

6:56 pm - 9:05 pm

ATL

DTW

2h 09mnonstop

$69Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 2

7:24 pm - 9:40 pm

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ATL

2h 16mnonstop

2:10 pm - 4:12 pm

ATL

DTW

2h 02mnonstop

$70Frontier

Sat, Mar 14 - Wed, Mar 18

2:35 pm - 4:37 pm

DTW

ATL

2h 02mnonstop

11:31 am - 1:30 pm

ATL

DTW

1h 59mnonstop

$71Spirit Airlines

Tue, Mar 3 - Thu, Mar 5

5:34 pm - 7:29 pm

DTW

ATL

1h 55mnonstop

9:19 am - 11:12 am

ATL

DTW

1h 53mnonstop

$72Spirit Airlines

Sat, Mar 14 - Fri, Mar 20

6:00 am - 9:45 am

DTW

VPS

4h 45m

1 stop

7:15 am - 12:15 pm

VPS

DTW

4h 00m

1 stop

$199Southwest

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18

4:30 pm - 9:05 pm

DTW

VPS

5h 35m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 11:05 pm

VPS

DTW

4h 05m

1 stop

$229Southwest

Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9

4:01 pm - 11:24 pm

DTW

MGM

8h 23m

1 stop

6:32 am - 3:09 pm

MGM

DTW

7h 37m

1 stop

$258American Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11

6:05 am - 1:10 pm

DTW

MGM

8h 05m

2 stops

5:30 am - 10:54 am

MGM

DTW

4h 24m

1 stop

$264American Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11

6:30 am - 11:47 am

DTW

MGM

6h 17m

1 stop

12:30 pm - 8:12 pm

MGM

DTW

6h 42m

1 stop

$268Delta

Wed, Jul 29 - Sat, Aug 1

5:20 am - 8:31 am

DTW

MOB

4h 11m

1 stop

6:15 am - 12:56 pm

MOB

DTW

5h 41m

1 stop

$279Delta

Thu, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 19

Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to Alabama

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Mar 3

DTW2:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 02m

ATL4:37 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mar 5

ATL11:31 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1h 59m

DTW1:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$71

Spirit Airlines

Mar 14

DTW5:34 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 55m

ATL7:29 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mar 20

ATL9:19 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1h 53m

DTW11:12 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$72

Spirit Airlines

Apr 12

DTW6:05 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 57m

ATL8:02 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Apr 14

ATL8:40 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1h 57m

DTW10:37 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$73

Frontier flights from Detroit to Alabama

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Frontier

Mar 14

DTW7:24 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 16m

ATL9:40 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mar 18

ATL2:10 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2h 02m

DTW4:12 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$70

Frontier

Apr 1

DTW9:02 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 08m

ATL11:10 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Apr 8

ATL6:00 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2h 02m

DTW8:02 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$76

Frontier

Feb 25

DTW5:28 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 14m

ATL7:42 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mar 9

ATL6:00 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2h 07m

DTW8:07 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$78

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Mon 3/2

10:10 am-12:13 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

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Mon 3/2

6:56 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$69

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DTW - ATL

DTWATL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/14

7:24 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 3/18

2:10 pm-4:12 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$70

DetroitAtlanta

DTW - ATL

DTWATL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

2:35 pm-4:37 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 3/5

11:31 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

$71

DetroitAtlanta

DTW - ATL

DTWATL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/14

5:34 pm-7:29 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 3/20

9:19 am-11:12 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$72

DetroitValparaiso

DTW - VPS

DTWVPS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/11

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop4h 45m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Wed 3/18

7:15 am-12:15 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$199

DetroitValparaiso

DTW - VPS

DTWVPS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/5

4:30 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Mon 3/9

6:00 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$229

DetroitMontgomery

DTW - MGM

DTWMGM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

4:01 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Montgomery Dannelly Field

Wed 3/11

6:32 am-3:09 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$258

DetroitMontgomery

DTW - MGM

DTWMGM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

6:05 am-1:10 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Montgomery Dannelly Field

Wed 3/11

5:30 am-10:54 am

1 stop4h 24m

$264

DetroitMontgomery

DTW - MGM

DTWMGM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/29

6:30 am-11:47 am

1 stop6h 17m

Montgomery Dannelly Field

Sat 8/1

12:30 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$268

DetroitMobile

DTW - MOB

DTWMOB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/12

5:20 am-8:31 am

1 stop4h 11m

Mobile

Thu 3/19

6:15 am-12:56 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$279

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

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Alabama. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $399. The most expensive day to fly to Alabama is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $679.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Detroit to Alabama flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Alabama at noon for as low as $185. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $489.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Alabama flight route?

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Detroit to Alabama flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$399
Fastest flight time	1h 43m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Alabama	51 airports

The best flight deal from Detroit to Alabama found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $399

The fastest flight from Detroit to Alabama takes 1h 43m

Direct flights go from Detroit to Alabama every day.

There are 51 airports in Alabama. From Detroit there are direct flights to Birmingham (BHM), Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), Huntsville (HSV), Chattanooga Lovell Field (CHA).

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Prices for flights from Detroit to Alabama were last updated today.
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There are 5 operators available for flights from Detroit to Alabama as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Alabama?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Alabama.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Alabama?
The required travel and health documents for your Alabama 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 Alabama. 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 Detroit to Alabama?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Detroit to Alabama is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 (65.09% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 (14.15%), Boeing 717-200 (4.72%), and Airbus A320-100/200 (3.77%).

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $64	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,451 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $167	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,191 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,277 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $257	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,283 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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