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$695+ 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 7/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — MAA
avr. 20 — avr. 271
dim. 4/20
dim. 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Chennai

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 avril 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,040
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$823
(Air Canada)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,152
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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 avril 15, 2025.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
jeu. 10/211:10 amDTW - MAA
2 stops23h 20mEtihad Airways
mer. 10/293:55 amMAA - DTW
2 stops28h 37mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/15$993
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 5/27:30 amDTW - MAA
2 stops33h 55mQatar Airways
mer. 5/143:55 amMAA - DTW
2 stops53h 32mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/15$1,055
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
ven. 5/25:10 amDTW - MAA
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 5/153:00 pmMAA - DTW
3 stops40h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,218
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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. 11/43:45 pmDTW - MAA
1 stop21h 40mLufthansa
mar. 2/31:45 amMAA - DTW
1 stop22h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 4/15$1,262
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/1211:17 amDTW - MAA
2 stops30h 43mBritish Airways
jeu. 10/165:35 amMAA - DTW
2 stops50h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/15$1,278
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/295:54 pmDTW - MAA
2 stops41h 06mEmirates
jeu. 10/309:40 pmMAA - DTW
2 stops33h 59mEmirates
Deal found 4/15$1,308
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
sam. 5/178:25 pmDTW - MAA
2 stops42h 15mAir Canada
lun. 10/131:55 amMAA - DTW
2 stops27h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 4/15$1,343
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 5/165:50 pmDTW - MAA
2 stops26h 45mKLM
mar. 10/149:05 pmMAA - DTW
2 stops26h 10mKLM
Deal found 4/15$1,450

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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 avril 15, 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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DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jeu. 10/2

11:10 am-8:00 pm

2 stops23h 20m

Chennai

mer. 10/29

3:55 am-11:02 pm

2 stops28h 37m

$993

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven. 5/2

7:30 am-2:55 am

2 stops33h 55m

Chennai

mer. 5/14

3:55 am-11:57 pm

2 stops53h 32m

$1,055

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven. 5/2

5:10 am-11:45 pm

3 stops33h 05m

Chennai

jeu. 5/15

3:00 pm-10:11 pm

3 stops40h 41m

$1,218

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jeu. 5/15

4:00 pm-8:55 am

2 stops31h 25m

Chennai

lun. 10/13

1:55 am-2:10 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$1,263

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 5/12

11:17 am-3:30 am

2 stops30h 43m

Chennai

jeu. 10/16

5:35 am-10:55 pm

2 stops50h 50m

$1,278

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 9/29

5:54 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops41h 06m

Chennai

jeu. 10/30

9:40 pm-10:09 pm

2 stops33h 59m

$1,308

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sam. 5/17

8:25 pm-12:10 am

2 stops42h 15m

Chennai

sam. 10/11

1:55 am-8:19 pm

2 stops27h 54m

$1,343

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven. 5/16

5:50 pm-6:05 am

2 stops26h 45m

Chennai

lun. 10/13

7:05 pm-11:50 am

2 stops26h 15m

$1,450

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven. 7/25

4:00 pm-8:55 am

2 stops31h 25m

$695

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 6/17

6:55 am-7:00 am

3 stops38h 35m

$802

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit to Chennai

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Chennai in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Chennai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Chennai

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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 April 11, 2025.

Booking 2 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 $943). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,660). 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 avril 15, 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 in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 avril 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Chennai, such as KLM, Air France and Qatar Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,551 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,192 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,127 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $1,040. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at $1,055 and $1,273, respectively. Etihad Airways is currently priced 22% 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 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. Those landing in Frankfurt am Main looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $43 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 $943). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,660). 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 9 airlines flying from Detroit to Chennai

Discover the top 9 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 avril 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$947Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$979Average$1,220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$995Average$1,773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$1,136Average$1,666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$1,183Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EmiratesCheapest$1,206Average$1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$1,253Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,302Average$1,448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
KLMCheapest$1,361Average$1,542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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