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Brighton, Michigan

S. state of Michigan.

Type CityPopulation 7,446

Why go

  • City in Michigan, United States.
  • Served by Brighton Airport.

History

Brighton is a city in Livingston County in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2020 census, its population was 7,446. Brighton forms part of the South Lyon-Howell-Brighton Urban Area. It is one of two incorporated cities in Livingston County and incorporates land that was part of Brighton, Green Oak, and Genoa townships.

Airports

Oakland County International Airport (PTK) 21 mi to the centre
Pontiac, MI, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Willow Run Airport (YIP) 24 mi to the centre
Detroit, MI, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Ann Arbor Municipal Airport (ARB) 21 mi to the centre
801 Airport Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48108 — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Livingston County Spencer J. Hardy Airport 12 mi to the centre
Howell, MI, US
Outdoor
Brighton Airport 2.7 mi to the centre
Brighton, MI, US
Outdoor
Raether Airport 4.3 mi to the centre
Howell, MI, US
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Brighton Airport; 11 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Brighton, Michigan. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Local transit

Bus · Flint, Michigan · Schedules & GTFS data (official feed)
Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

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