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$480+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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.
DTW — MAA
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Chennai are usually found in April or March, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$953
(oojo)

One-way from

$480
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,269
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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 septiembre 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.
mar. 10/282:31 pmDTW - MAA
2 stops47h 09mAir India
sáb. 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.
mié. 10/296:00 amDTW - MAA
2 stops31h 40mAir India
sáb. 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.
lun. 9/156:12 amDTW - MAA
2 stops33h 13mAir India
sáb. 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.
lun. 10/67:28 amDTW - MAA
2 stops31h 12mMultiple Airlines
mar. 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.
jue. 10/96:00 amDTW - MAA
2 stops31h 00mAir India
vie. 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.
dom. 10/266:00 amDTW - MAA
2 stops31h 40mAir India
dom. 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.
mar. 10/1410:49 amDTW - MAA
2 stops29h 51mMultiple Airlines
mié. 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.
mar. 10/148:05 amDTW - MAA
2 stops33h 05mEtihad Airways
mar. 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.
sáb. 9/1312:16 pmDTW - MAA
2 stops51h 09mAir India
sáb. 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.
vie. 9/126:12 amDTW - MAA
2 stops40h 48mMultiple Airlines
dom. 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.
lun. 10/66:00 amDTW - MAA
2 stops28h 40mEtihad Airways
lun. 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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

lun. 9/15

6:12 am-12:55 am

2 stops33h 13m

Chennai

sáb. 10/11

9:35 am-11:59 pm

2 stops47h 54m

$954

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 10/26

6:00 am-11:10 pm

2 stops31h 40m

Chennai

dom. 11/2

5:40 am-2:17 pm

2 stops42h 07m

$974

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 10/7

10:50 am-8:10 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Chennai

sáb. 11/1

4:35 pm-3:17 pm

2 stops32h 12m

$995

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 10/8

8:05 am-8:10 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Chennai

jue. 10/30

3:55 am-10:41 pm

2 stops28h 16m

$995

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 10/28

2:31 pm-12:55 am

2 stops48h 54m

Chennai

jue. 11/20

6:50 am-8:33 am

2 stops60h 13m

$995

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 11/14

6:00 am-7:55 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Chennai

dom. 12/14

9:40 pm-7:01 pm

2 stops31h 51m

$1,020

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 10/13

5:30 am-8:10 pm

2 stops29h 10m

Chennai

dom. 11/9

3:55 am-10:57 pm

2 stops29h 32m

$1,033

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 10/29

11:34 am-2:30 am

2 stops29h 26m

Chennai

vie. 11/21

3:55 am-10:11 pm

2 stops28h 46m

$1,033

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 10/8

8:05 am-8:10 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Chennai

mar. 10/28

3:55 am-10:57 pm

2 stops28h 32m

$1,033

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 10/12

6:00 am-2:40 am

2 stops35h 10m

Chennai

mar. 10/28

3:55 am-2:17 pm

2 stops43h 52m

$1,033

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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.

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai (average of $936). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 DTW 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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.

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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai, such as Emirates, KLM, and Qatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,250 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,409 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai in 23h 50m. Fly via Air India or Etihad Airways to get the fastest option. There are 8475 mi between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Chennai. 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $946. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Etihad Airways and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at $973 and $976, respectively. Qatar Airways is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai?

    Flights departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and landing in Chennai layover in Frankfurt am Main most frequently.

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

    The majority of Frankfurt am Main visitors spend their time at Römerberg, Hauptwache, and 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. Those landing in Frankfurt am Main looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $40 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai flights?

    Of the flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai (average of $936). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 septiembre 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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