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Cheapest return flight
£897
Typical prices: £813-£1,243
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Mon 15/10Wed 31/10
SEA - MAA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£513
Typical prices: £475-£806
KLM
Fri 9/11
SEA - MAA • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Seattle and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 27% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Cheapest • Avg £985 (return)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 21h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Seattle to Chennai (SEA-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Seattle to Chennai

Thu, 15 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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22:15 - 20:10SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MAA Chennai
33h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:50 - 21:20MAA  Chennai-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
36h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
£897Multiple Airlines
Tue, 19 Jan - Wed, 28 Apr
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15:50 - 06:40SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MAA Chennai
49h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Muscat Seeb
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08:15 - 12:55MAA  Chennai-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
41h 10m2 stops Muscat Seeb Doha Hamad Intl
£905Oman Air
Tue, 13 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
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22:15 - 20:10SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MAA Chennai
33h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:55 - 01:35MAA  Chennai-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
52h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
£911Multiple Airlines
Mon, 4 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb
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15:50 - 06:40SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MAA Chennai
49h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Muscat Seeb
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07:20 - 11:40MAA  Chennai-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
41h 50m2 stops Muscat Seeb Doha Hamad Intl
£914Oman Air
Sat, 9 Jan - Mon, 1 Feb
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15:50 - 14:20SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MAA Chennai
33h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Muscat Seeb
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07:20 - 11:40MAA  Chennai-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
41h 50m2 stops Muscat Seeb Doha Hamad Intl
£917Oman Air
Thu, 15 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
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23:55 - 02:50SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MAA Chennai
38h 25m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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04:05 - 22:42MAA  Chennai-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
31h 07m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
£926Etihad Airways
Wed, 21 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov
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13:45 - 06:05SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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21:30 - 15:14MAA  Chennai-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
31h 14m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£929Multiple Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
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13:30 - 08:15SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MAA Chennai
30h 15m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Bengaluru Intl
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23:15 - 15:14MAA  Chennai-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
29h 29m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£946Multiple Airlines
Mon, 4 Jan - Wed, 3 Feb
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15:50 - 06:40SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MAA Chennai
49h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Muscat Seeb
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15:00 - 11:40MAA  Chennai-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
58h 10m2 stops Muscat Seeb Doha Hamad Intl
£950Oman Air
Fri, 6 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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23:34 - 19:50SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MAA Chennai
30h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:50 - 15:44MAA  Chennai-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
31h 24m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
£954Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Seattle to Chennai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Seattle to Chennai with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Chennai?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Chennai and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Chennai?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Chennai at £717 return.
•December (£1,437) and August (£1,080) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 100% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Seattle to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Seattle to Chennai are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Seattle to Chennai flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£513
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (4% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Seattle to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Seattle to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Seattle to Chennai flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How long is a flight from Seattle to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Seattle to Chennai takes 0h 00m, covering 8,031 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Seattle to Chennai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Seattle to Chennai flight?

    Return flights from Seattle to Chennai range from £813 to £1,243, with an average of £987 over the past 12 months. Anything below £813 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Seattle to Chennai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 23% above the route average of £987. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Seattle to Chennai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Seattle to Chennai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £628.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Seattle to Chennai?

    Flights from Seattle to Chennai usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Seattle to Chennai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Seattle to Chennai most commonly connect through:

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 10% of one-stop connections

    Singapore Changi (SIN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Seattle to Chennai?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Seattle to Chennai route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £940 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £1,096, a difference of £157. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Seattle to Chennai?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 26m, compared to 22h 08m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 22h 23m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

  • What is the time difference between Seattle and Chennai?

    Chennai is 12 hours ahead of Seattle (India Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What are the visa requirements to fly from Seattle to Chennai?

    American citizens are required to have an Indian visa to fly to Chennai. An electronic tourist visa can be issued for 30 days, six months, one year or five years. An electronic business visa can be issued for one year, while an electronic conference visa can be issued for 30 days. An electronic medical visa can be issued for one year.

  • Can I get special services at Chennai International Airport?

    Yes, MAA provides ramps, accessible toilets and braille symbols and auditory signals in elevators.

  • Where can I park my vehicle at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport?

    Travelers have a few parking options, including the Parking Garage and the free Cell Phone Lot.

Your guide to booking Seattle to Chennai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £940 – about £157 less than Saturday (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Seattle to Chennai trip for March. Fares historically average £717 return in that month – typically £721 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.
    - Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    - Hotel Mount Manor
    - NK Grand Park Hotel
  • If you’re traveling with children, head to the nursing suite near the Alaska Lounge in Concourse N on the Mezzanine level at Seattle-Tacoma Airport. Nursing pods are also available in Concourse B near Gate B11, Concourse C near Gates C10A/B, Concourse A near Gate A10E by the restrooms and Concourse S between the train and concourse levels by the escalators. At Chennai International, you’ll also find seven child-care rooms in the Domestic and International Terminals.
  • If you want a quieter place to wait before your flight, head to one of the airport lounges. The American Express Centurion Lounge is in the Central Terminal on the mezzanine level above Evergreens, Pallino, Pei Wei and Lucky Louie Fish Shack. In Concourse A, you'll find the Club at Sea near Gate A12, The United Club near Gate A9 and The Delta Sky Club near Gate A1. Other options include the USO Center on the Mezzanine level above Checkpoint 4 and British Airways Terraces Lounge at S Concourse near Gate S10.

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