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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$1,191
Typical prices: $1,141-$1,447
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/7Tue 9/29
SEA - MAA • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way
$458
Typical prices: $557-$1,106
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/8
SEA - MAA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Seattle and Chennai. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,859 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 21h 06m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Seattle to Chennai (SEA-MAA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Seattle to Chennai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to Chennai

Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 29
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12:10 am - 11:45 am
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MAA
47h 05m
3 stops
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10:55 am - 3:15 pm
MAA
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SEA
64h 50m
3 stops
$1,191Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Oct 8
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10:15 am - 9:05 am
SEA
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MAA
34h 20m
1 stop
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10:30 am - 8:45 am
MAA
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SEA
34h 45m
1 stop
$1,207Singapore Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Fri, Sep 4
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11:45 pm - 2:50 am
SEA
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MAA
38h 35m
2 stops
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3:40 pm - 10:44 pm
MAA
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SEA
43h 34m
2 stops
$1,208Etihad Airways
Tue, Aug 11 - Mon, Sep 14
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8:42 pm - 12:45 am
SEA
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MAA
39h 33m
3 stops
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8:10 pm - 8:52 pm
MAA
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SEA
37h 12m
2 stops
$1,209Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Mon, Sep 14
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8:42 pm - 12:45 am
SEA
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MAA
39h 33m
3 stops
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4:20 pm - 11:22 am
MAA
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SEA
31h 32m
3 stops
$1,216Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Sep 9
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11:15 pm - 6:40 pm
SEA
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MAA
30h 55m
2 stops
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4:20 pm - 11:22 am
MAA
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SEA
31h 32m
3 stops
$1,223Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 13
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10:15 am - 10:00 pm
SEA
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MAA
23h 15m
1 stop
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11:15 pm - 6:33 pm
MAA
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SEA
31h 48m
2 stops
$1,228Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Sep 2
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11:45 pm - 2:50 am
SEA
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MAA
38h 35m
2 stops
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10:15 am - 10:48 pm
MAA
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SEA
49h 03m
2 stops
$1,245Etihad Airways
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Sep 7
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11:10 pm - 11:55 pm
SEA
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MAA
36h 15m
2 stops
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4:15 pm - 8:05 pm
MAA
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SEA
40h 20m
3 stops
$1,252Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 5 - Thu, Aug 20
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8:42 pm - 12:45 am
SEA
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MAA
39h 33m
3 stops
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2:30 pm - 11:22 am
MAA
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SEA
33h 22m
3 stops
$1,257Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Seattle to Chennai flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Seattle to Chennai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Seattle to Chennai?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Seattle to Chennai departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Chennai from Seattle usually cost between $1,150 and $1,700 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,191 on Multiple Airlines (Sep 7-Sep 29).

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Seattle to Chennai is April, where tickets cost $1,077 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,966 and $1,471 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Seattle to Chennai, you should book around 10 weeks before departure, which saves you about 34% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$458
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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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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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Seattle to Chennai

  • Can I get special services at Chennai International Airport?

    Yes. Chennai, JODOGO Airport Assistance Services provide several amenities for the elderly, physically challenged, and travelers with hidden disabilities, such as exclsuive parking, wheelchairs, ramps, washrooms, and lounge admission, including braille symbols and auditory signals.

  • Are there car rental services inside Chennai International Airport?

    Yes. Most major car hire companies are represented at MAA arrivals hall, including but not limited to Europcar, Avis, Budget, and local agencies such as Eco Rent-A-Car, Instant Cabs, Zoomcar, Myles, and Revv.

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

    Travelers have a few parking options, including the Parking Garage off-airport parking zones and the free Cell Phone Lot. For amenities like complimentary shuttle services, fully fenced parking space, and high-definition surveillance cameras, you can opt for the Park n Jet Airport Parking one mile northwest of SEA.

  • 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 visa application can be issued for 90 to 180 days on a tourist and business visa and only 60 days for a medical visa.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Seattle to Chennai?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Seattle to Chennai was $458 for a one-way ticket and $1,207 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Seattle and Chennai?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Chennai from Seattle.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Seattle to Chennai?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Seattle to Chennai?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Seattle and Chennai, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Chennai from Seattle?

    Hong Kong is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Seattle to Chennai.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Seattle to Chennai, Singapore Airlines or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Seattle to Chennai are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of $1,191 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,984 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Seattle to Chennai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Seattle to Chennai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Seattle to Chennai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chennai from Seattle is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Seattle to Chennai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chennai with an airline and back to Seattle with another airline. Booking your flights between Seattle and MAA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Seattle to Chennai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chennai from Seattle up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Seattle to Chennai

  • Just as there are numerous choice airlines that ply the Seattle to Chennai route daily, you can fly from major airports in Seattle, Washington, such as Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), King County International Airport (KCIA), and Renton Municipal Airport (RNT). If you choose Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, arriving at least 3h before your international departure is recommended, especially when it’s busiest between 5-7 am, 9-11 am, and 4-6 pm.
  • It’s essential to use a reliable search aggregator like KAYAK to find the right flight combination to Chennai International Airport (MAA) from SEA because this will be a lengthy connecting flight. However, don’t let that discourage you because there’s a lot you can do with a few hours to spare at stopover cities available on this route such as Vancouver, Dubai, and New Delhi.
  • If you’re traveling with children, Seattle-Tacoma airport has different types of nursing room to meet individual needs. Located at near the Alaska Lounge in concourse N is a single-use nursing suite. Moms that want more privacy can book a nursing pod at concourse A, C, S and D near TSA checkpoint 5. Chennai International has four breastfeeding rooms at the airport’s concourse.
  • Travelers that want a quiet place to wait for their flight can head to Concourse B at the American Express Lounge adjacent to Gate B3, the Club at Sea near Gate A12 Concourse A, and United Club near Gate A9 Concourse A. There’s also the USO Center on the floor above Checkpoint 3, Delta Sky Club near Gate A1 Concourse A, and British Airways Terraces Lounge at South Satellite near Gate S10.
  • Depending on your wait time at Seattle-Tacoma airport, you can store your belongings with the terminal’s Luggage Storage Company which provides long and short-term airport luggage storage for transiting travelers. For additional assistance, you can head to the Information Desks at Security Checkpoints 3 and 4 on the ticketing floor or in Concourse A in the middle of Gates A5 and 6.

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