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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Seattle / Tacoma International to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seattle / Tacoma International to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in June.

Seattle / Tacoma International to Chennai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Seattle / Tacoma International to Chennai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chennai.

Seattle to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found870 €
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Seattle / Tacoma International to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Seattle / Tacoma International to Chennai is 870 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Seattle / Tacoma International to Chennai. But we found flights with one or more stops from 870 €.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Seattle / Tacoma International to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International to Chennai is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Chennai Airport on Thursday, 5 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Seattle / Tacoma International Airport and Chennai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Canada offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Seattle.

  • To ensure you catch your SEA to MAA flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chennai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SEA and MAA include:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • 408 € is the best price for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start at 870 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SEA to MAA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chennai Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SEA to MAA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination without delay.

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey when using public transport usually takes 55 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near SEA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • If you're landing on a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MAA:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and venture far and wide through Chennai and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chennai Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Chennai in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chennai Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from SEA to MAA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.

Explore more of India

  • Chennai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.

  • Coimbatore is another standout destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without visiting Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.

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