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$480+ 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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — MAA
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Chennai are usually found in September or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$953
(oojo)

One-way from

$480
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,038
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 September 11, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/282:31 pmDTW - MAA
2 stops47h 09mAir India
Sat 11/226:40 amMAA - DTW
2 stops50h 47mAir India
Deal found 9/10$950
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/296:00 amDTW - MAA
2 stops31h 40mAir India
Sat 11/227:50 pmMAA - DTW
2 stops37h 37mAir India
Deal found 9/10$953
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 9/156:12 amDTW - MAA
2 stops33h 13mAir India
Sat 10/119:35 amMAA - DTW
2 stops47h 54mAir India
Deal found 9/11$954
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/67:28 amDTW - MAA
2 stops31h 12mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/211:55 amMAA - DTW
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/8$956
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/96:00 amDTW - MAA
2 stops31h 00mAir India
Fri 10/313:25 pmMAA - DTW
2 stops31h 41mAir India
Deal found 9/9$959
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/266:00 amDTW - MAA
2 stops31h 40mAir India
Sun 11/25:40 amMAA - DTW
2 stops42h 07mAir India
Deal found 9/11$974
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/1410:49 amDTW - MAA
2 stops29h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/299:40 pmMAA - DTW
3 stops34h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$982
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:05 amDTW - MAA
2 stops33h 05mEtihad Airways
Tue 10/283:55 amMAA - DTW
2 stops28h 32mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/9$985
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1312:16 pmDTW - MAA
2 stops51h 09mAir India
Sat 10/44:00 pmMAA - DTW
2 stops53h 00mAir India
Deal found 9/10$991
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:12 amDTW - MAA
2 stops40h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/2110:00 pmMAA - DTW
2 stops33h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$993
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/66:00 amDTW - MAA
2 stops28h 40mEtihad Airways
Mon 11/310:00 amMAA - DTW
2 stops38h 06mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/9$995

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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 September 11, 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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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/15

6:12 am-12:55 am

2 stops33h 13m

Chennai

Sat 10/11

9:35 am-11:59 pm

2 stops47h 54m

$954

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/26

6:00 am-11:10 pm

2 stops31h 40m

Chennai

Sun 11/2

5:40 am-2:17 pm

2 stops42h 07m

$974

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

10:50 am-8:10 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Chennai

Sat 11/1

4:35 pm-3:17 pm

2 stops32h 12m

$995

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/8

8:05 am-8:10 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Chennai

Thu 10/30

3:55 am-10:41 pm

2 stops28h 16m

$995

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/28

2:31 pm-12:55 am

2 stops48h 54m

Chennai

Thu 11/20

6:50 am-8:33 am

2 stops60h 13m

$995

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/14

6:00 am-7:55 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Chennai

Sun 12/14

9:40 pm-7:01 pm

2 stops31h 51m

$1,020

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/13

5:30 am-8:10 pm

2 stops29h 10m

Chennai

Sun 11/9

3:55 am-10:57 pm

2 stops29h 32m

$1,033

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/29

11:34 am-2:30 am

2 stops29h 26m

Chennai

Fri 11/21

3:55 am-10:11 pm

2 stops28h 46m

$1,033

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/8

8:05 am-8:10 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Chennai

Tue 10/28

3:55 am-10:57 pm

2 stops28h 32m

$1,033

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/12

6:00 am-2:40 am

2 stops35h 10m

Chennai

Tue 10/28

3:55 am-2:17 pm

2 stops43h 52m

$1,033

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Chennai

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 August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit to Chennai is 60 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 $936). Flying from Detroit to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 September 11, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from Detroit to Chennai by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Chennai flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to Chennai?

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 September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways from Detroit to Chennai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,250 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,409 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Chennai?

    For as low as $995, Air India can have you in Chennai from Detroit in 23h 50m. The distance between Detroit and Chennai is about 8475 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit to Chennai round-trip from $946. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Etihad Airways, from $973, and Emirates, from $976. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 Festhalle. Travelers on a layover in Frankfurt am Main can visit Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Festhalle, by traveling 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 6.5 mi, respectively after landing at Frankfurt am Main. Travelers in need of a car in Frankfurt am Main can rent one for about $40 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 $936). Flying from Detroit to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$946Average$1,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$973Average$1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$976Average$1,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$995Average$1,773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$1,136Average$1,534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$1,183Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$1,256Average$1,513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$1,257Average$1,542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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