Travelling from Seattle to Chennai International Airport (MAA): What you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is 13 hours 30 minutes ahead of Seattle. Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seattle to MAA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Getting away during a peak month like July? High seasons (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Seattle to MAA with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SEA and MAA include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
SEA is around 23 kms (14 miles) from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Chennai International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from SEA land on time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can reach PAE from the centre of Seattle in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 40 kms (25 miles) or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Seattle to MAA flight? Unwind in a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Flights from Seattle Paine Field International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80% of them landing right on cue.
About Chennai International Airport (MAA)
Book a hotel close to MAA if you have a late flight from Seattle to Chennai International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks before your Seattle to Chennai International Airport flight.
Getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai International Airport is around 16 kms (10 miles) from central Chennai. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a taxi or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
£324 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Chennai International Airport. Return flights start from £618. These fares may change depending on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to MAA. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Seattle to Chennai International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
November is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Chennai International Airport (MAA). Plan your visit to Chennai in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Book your Seattle to MAA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Chennai International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC and 28ºC.
More about Chennai
Start your Chennai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Chennai International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Meenakshi Temple and Marina beach are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Chennai itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Marina Beach.
Explore more of India
Chennai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kms (170 miles) west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Around 257 kms (160 miles) southwest of Chennai, Salem is another favourite stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out ISKCON, Paravasa Ulagam Water Theme Park and Kailasanathar Temple.