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Cheap flights from Detroit to Chennai from $438

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6:00 am - 1:00 amDTW-MAA
32h 30m2 stops
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3:45 pm - 10:57 pmMAA-DTW
41h 42m2 stops
$978Air India
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Sun, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 10
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6:00 am - 7:10 pmDTW-MAA
26h 40m2 stops
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3:45 pm - 10:57 pmMAA-DTW
41h 42m2 stops
$986Air India
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Thu, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 19
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6:00 am - 7:55 pmDTW-MAA
27h 25m2 stops
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3:55 am - 11:50 pmMAA-DTW
30h 25m2 stops
$989Etihad Airways
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Sun, Jan 25 - Tue, Feb 17
Etihad Airways Logo
8:45 am - 7:55 pmDTW-MAA
24h 40m2 stops
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3:55 am - 4:54 pmMAA-DTW
47h 29m2 stops
$994Etihad Airways
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Fri, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 14
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10:42 am - 12:05 amDTW-MAA
26h 53m3 stops
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3:55 am - 11:59 pmMAA-DTW
30h 34m2 stops
$996Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Nov 19 - Mon, Dec 1
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10:42 am - 12:05 amDTW-MAA
26h 53m3 stops
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9:40 pm - 3:40 pmMAA-DTW
28h 30m2 stops
$997Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 3
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4:00 pm - 12:05 amDTW-MAA
21h 35m1 stop
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6:15 am - 2:15 pmMAA-DTW
42h 30m2 stops
$1,026Lufthansa
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Mon, Nov 17 - Mon, Dec 1
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4:15 pm - 12:05 amDTW-MAA
21h 20m1 stop
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6:15 am - 2:15 pmMAA-DTW
42h 30m2 stops
$1,041Lufthansa
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Sun, Jan 25 - Wed, Feb 18
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11:08 am - 2:20 amDTW-MAA
28h 42m2 stops
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3:25 am - 11:51 pmMAA-DTW
30h 56m2 stops
$1,049Qatar Airways
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Wed, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 25
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6:00 am - 2:20 amDTW-MAA
57h 50m2 stops
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3:25 am - 3:27 pmMAA-DTW
46h 32m2 stops
$1,061Qatar Airways
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Air India flights from Detroit to Chennai

Our best Air India deals on Detroit to Chennai flight tickets
Air India
Dec 7
DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
32h 30m
2 stops
MAA1:00 amChennai
Dec 10
MAA3:45 pmChennai
41h 42m
2 stops
DTW10:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$978
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Air India
Nov 13
DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
26h 40m
2 stops
MAA7:10 pmChennai
Nov 19
MAA3:45 pmChennai
41h 42m
2 stops
DTW10:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$986
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Air India
Dec 2
DTW6:05 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 40m
2 stops
MAA8:15 pmChennai
Dec 9
MAA3:45 pmChennai
41h 42m
2 stops
DTW10:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,010
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Etihad Airways flights from Detroit to Chennai

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Etihad Airways
Jan 25
DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 25m
2 stops
MAA7:55 pmChennai
Feb 17
MAA3:55 amChennai
30h 25m
2 stops
DTW11:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$989
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Etihad Airways
Jan 30
DTW8:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 40m
2 stops
MAA7:55 pmChennai
Feb 14
MAA3:55 amChennai
47h 29m
2 stops
DTW4:54 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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Etihad Airways
Nov 2
DTW11:34 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
28h 26m
2 stops
MAA2:30 amChennai
Nov 5
MAA3:55 amChennai
29h 32m
2 stops
DTW10:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,012
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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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
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DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/7

6:00 am-1:00 am

2 stops32h 30m

Chennai

Wed 12/10

3:45 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops41h 42m

$978

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/13

6:00 am-7:10 pm

2 stops26h 40m

Chennai

Wed 11/19

3:45 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops41h 42m

$986

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/25

6:00 am-7:55 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Chennai

Tue 2/17

3:55 am-11:50 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$989

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/30

8:45 am-7:55 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Chennai

Sat 2/14

3:55 am-4:54 pm

2 stops47h 29m

$994

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/19

10:42 am-12:05 am

3 stops26h 53m

Chennai

Mon 12/1

3:55 am-11:59 pm

2 stops30h 34m

$996

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/19

10:42 am-12:05 am

3 stops26h 53m

Chennai

Wed 12/3

9:40 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$997

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/17

4:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop21h 35m

Chennai

Mon 12/1

6:15 am-2:15 pm

2 stops42h 30m

$1,026

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/25

4:15 pm-12:05 am

1 stop21h 20m

Chennai

Wed 2/18

6:15 am-2:15 pm

2 stops42h 30m

$1,041

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/12

11:08 am-2:20 am

2 stops28h 42m

Chennai

Tue 11/25

3:25 am-11:51 pm

2 stops30h 56m

$1,049

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/25

6:00 am-2:20 am

2 stops57h 50m

Chennai

Sun 12/7

3:25 am-3:27 pm

2 stops46h 32m

$1,061

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Chennai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,013. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in September, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Detroit to Chennai during October average around $1,037.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $1,220. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Detroit to Chennai on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,654. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Detroit to Chennai when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,379. Flying to Chennai in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chennai is in the morning when prices are around $1,667.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,338 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from Detroit for as low as $1,180 on momondo.

How have Detroit to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Detroit to Chennai flights are approximately 27% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Detroit to Chennai

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Detroit to Chennai according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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  • How far is Detroit to Chennai by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Detroit to Chennai is 8457.6 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 21h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Chennai Airport?

    Prices for flights from Detroit to Chennai Airport are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Chennai Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to Chennai Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Detroit to Chennai?

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Air IndiaPriceFrom $824Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,940 reviews
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7.4
3,661 reviews
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7.4
1,284 reviews
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7.3
4,033 reviews
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8.1
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6.8
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1,406 reviews
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