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$394+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Chennai (MAA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — MAA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Chennai are usually found in February or September, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,052
(oojo)

One-way from

$394
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,891
From Detroit (DTT) to Chennai
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/118:05 amDTW - MAA
2 stops33h 05mEtihad Airways
Sat 11/223:55 amMAA - DTW
2 stops41h 46mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,052
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/88:38 amDTW - MAA
3 stops32h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1412:05 amMAA - DTW
3 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,075
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/176:00 amDTW - MAA
2 stops28h 40mAir India
Wed 7/3012:50 pmMAA - DTW
2 stops44h 39mAir India
Deal found 6/12$1,077
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/264:00 pmDTW - MAA
1 stop22h 40mLufthansa
Mon 9/81:55 amMAA - DTW
1 stop21h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$1,270
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/78:55 pmDTW - MAA
2 stops40h 40mAir Canada
Sat 1/311:50 amMAA - DTW
2 stops42h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$1,349
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:19 pmDTW - MAA
2 stops47h 41mBritish Airways
Sat 9/207:05 amMAA - DTW
3 stops49h 47mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,394
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/56:00 amDTW - MAA
2 stops35h 20mQatar Airways
Sat 7/194:20 amMAA - DTW
2 stops29h 09mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,441
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/246:40 pmDTW - MAA
2 stops25h 00mAir France
Sun 8/178:10 pmMAA - DTW
2 stops25h 05mAir France
Deal found 6/10$1,521

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Chennai that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Chennai

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Return

Price

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/8

8:38 am-2:40 am

3 stops32h 32m

Chennai

Sun 9/14

12:05 am-12:50 pm

3 stops46h 15m

$1,075

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/17

6:00 am-11:10 pm

2 stops31h 40m

Chennai

Wed 7/30

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops39h 59m

$1,077

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/1

7:45 am-2:40 am

2 stops33h 25m

Chennai

Fri 9/19

10:00 pm-8:04 pm

2 stops31h 34m

$1,083

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/26

4:00 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 40m

Chennai

Mon 9/8

1:55 am-2:10 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$1,270

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/16

6:00 am-2:50 am

2 stops35h 20m

Chennai

Tue 7/29

3:55 am-11:59 pm

2 stops53h 34m

$1,389

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/14

9:55 am-12:10 am

2 stops28h 45m

Chennai

Wed 7/30

1:55 am-10:24 am

2 stops41h 59m

$1,418

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/24

6:40 pm-5:10 am

2 stops25h 00m

Chennai

Sun 8/17

8:10 pm-11:45 am

2 stops25h 05m

$1,521

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/6

4:53 pm-2:40 am

2 stops24h 17m

$394

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/25

6:00 am-3:30 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$570

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/1

6:00 am-8:30 am

2 stops41h 00m

$692

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Chennai

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Chennai. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit to Chennai is 16 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Detroit to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTT to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Detroit to Chennai by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Chennai. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 0.4 - 13.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 91.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air France, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways from Detroit to Chennai to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,211 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,537 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,139 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to Chennai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit to Chennai round-trip from $1,052. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air India, from $1,077, and Lufthansa, from $1,270. These flights start at 24% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to Chennai one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air India. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $570. Users have also found prices from $692 and $693 on Etihad Airways and Lufthansa, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Detroit to Chennai?

    Detroit to Chennai flights have a layover in Frankfurt am Main most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    If you're on a layover in Frankfurt am Main and looking for things to do, consider visiting Römerberg, Hauptwache, or Konstablerwache. Travelers on a layover in Frankfurt am Main can visit Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Konstablerwache, by traveling 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.7 mi, respectively after landing at Frankfurt am Main. Travelers in need of a car in Frankfurt am Main can rent one for about $43 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Detroit to Chennai flights?

    Of the flights from Detroit to Chennai that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Doha.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Detroit to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Detroit to Chennai

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$947Average$1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$979Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$995Average$1,773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$1,136Average$1,615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$1,159Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$1,183Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$1,256Average$1,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$1,361Average$1,554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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