What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to Chennai?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Air India are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to Chennai

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

Prices for flights from Detroit to Chennai Airport were last updated today.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Chennai Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chennai Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chennai Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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10:31 - 08:10DTW-MAA

35h 09m2 stops

03:55 - 19:52MAA-DTW

26h 27m2 stops

₹ 86,575Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 29 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec

10:31 - 08:10DTW-MAA

35h 09m2 stops

00:15 - 19:52MAA-DTW

30h 07m3 stops

₹ 87,018Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 29 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec

06:00 - 19:55DTW-MAA

51h 25m2 stops

10:00 - 23:56MAA-DTW

48h 26m2 stops

₹ 87,106Etihad Airways

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Sat, 17 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan

08:45 - 19:55DTW-MAA

24h 40m2 stops

04:50 - 22:57MAA-DTW

27h 37m2 stops

₹ 87,283Etihad Airways

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Wed, 11 Feb - Fri, 13 Mar

14:31 - 01:00DTW-MAA

47h 59m2 stops

11:40 - 13:36MAA-DTW

36h 26m2 stops

₹ 91,001Air India

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Wed, 12 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

18:05 - 08:25DTW-MAA

27h 50m2 stops

22:30 - 13:45MAA-DTW

25h 45m2 stops

₹ 91,267KLM

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Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 15 Feb

16:15 - 00:05DTW-MAA

21h 20m1 stop

06:15 - 14:15MAA-DTW

42h 30m2 stops

₹ 92,064Lufthansa

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Sun, 25 Jan - Wed, 18 Feb

18:05 - 07:50DTW-MAA

27h 15m2 stops

22:30 - 14:40MAA-DTW

25h 40m2 stops

₹ 92,152KLM

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Fri, 9 Jan - Tue, 10 Mar

06:05 - 19:10DTW-MAA

26h 35m2 stops

08:05 - 22:57MAA-DTW

49h 22m2 stops

₹ 92,683Air India

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Tue, 2 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec

16:15 - 22:50DTW-MAA

44h 05m2 stops

01:50 - 14:55MAA-DTW

22h 35m1 stop

₹ 93,037Lufthansa

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Fri, 6 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar

Etihad Airways flights from Detroit to Chennai

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Etihad Airways

17 Jan

DTW06:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

51h 25m

2 stops

MAA19:55Chennai

30 Jan

MAA10:00Chennai

48h 26m

2 stops

DTW23:56Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

₹ 87,106

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Etihad Airways

11 Feb

DTW08:45Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 40m

2 stops

MAA19:55Chennai

13 Mar

MAA04:50Chennai

27h 37m

2 stops

DTW22:57Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

₹ 87,283

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Etihad Airways

2 Dec

DTW07:45Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 15m

2 stops

MAA02:30Chennai

10 Dec

MAA03:55Chennai

29h 32m

2 stops

DTW22:57Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

₹ 88,434

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Air India flights from Detroit to Chennai

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Air India

12 Nov

DTW14:31Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

47h 59m

2 stops

MAA01:00Chennai

18 Nov

MAA11:40Chennai

36h 26m

2 stops

DTW13:36Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

₹ 91,001

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Air India

12 Nov

DTW06:00Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 00m

2 stops

MAA00:30Chennai

17 Nov

MAA11:40Chennai

36h 26m

2 stops

DTW13:36Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

₹ 91,267

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Air India

2 Dec

DTW06:05Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 35m

2 stops

MAA19:10Chennai

11 Dec

MAA08:05Chennai

49h 22m

2 stops

DTW22:57Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

₹ 92,683

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DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 29/11

10:31-08:10

2 stops35h 09m

Chennai

Fri 5/12

03:55-19:52

2 stops26h 27m

₹ 86,575

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 29/11

10:31-08:10

2 stops35h 09m

Chennai

Fri 5/12

00:15-19:52

3 stops30h 07m

₹ 87,018

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 17/1

06:00-19:55

2 stops51h 25m

Chennai

Fri 30/1

10:00-23:56

2 stops48h 26m

₹ 87,106

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/2

08:45-19:55

2 stops24h 40m

Chennai

Fri 13/3

04:50-22:57

2 stops27h 37m

₹ 87,283

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/11

14:31-01:00

2 stops47h 59m

Chennai

Tue 18/11

11:40-13:36

2 stops36h 26m

₹ 91,001

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 30/1

18:05-08:25

2 stops27h 50m

Chennai

Sun 15/2

22:30-13:45

2 stops25h 45m

₹ 91,267

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 25/1

16:15-00:05

1 stop21h 20m

Chennai

Wed 18/2

06:15-14:15

2 stops42h 30m

₹ 92,064

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/1

18:05-07:50

2 stops27h 15m

Chennai

Tue 10/3

22:30-14:40

2 stops25h 40m

₹ 92,152

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/12

06:05-19:10

2 stops26h 35m

Chennai

Thu 11/12

08:05-22:57

2 stops49h 22m

₹ 92,683

DetroitChennai

DTW - MAA

DTWMAA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/3

16:15-22:50

2 stops44h 05m

Chennai

Sat 21/3

01:50-14:55

1 stop22h 35m

₹ 93,037

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit to Chennai

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of October is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around ₹ 91,798.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chennai from Detroit is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as ₹ 128,678. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Detroit to Chennai on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 177,188. 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?

Our data shows that the cheapest Detroit to Chennai flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Chennai in the morning for as low as ₹ 131,445. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around ₹ 136,383. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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 ₹ 118,421 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from Detroit for as low as ₹ 104,457 on momondo.

How have Detroit to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Detroit to Chennai flights are approximately 42% 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?
Chennai is 13611.2 km away from Detroit. 21h 11m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Chennai Airport were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Chennai Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Chennai Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chennai Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chennai Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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