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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Seattle to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £784. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.£618 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Chennai on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £618, select.
Chennai.£696 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chennai on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £696, select.
Chennai.£719 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £719, select.
Chennai.£730 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chennai on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £730, select.
Chennai.£733 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Thai LionAir.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai LionAir, departs from Chennai on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £733, select.
Chennai.£734 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chennai on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £734, select.
Chennai.£751 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chennai on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £751, select.
Chennai.£784 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with Asiana Airlines and Thai LionAir.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai LionAir, departs from Chennai on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £784, select.
Chennai.£785 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £785, select.
Chennai.£793 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Fri, 12 Jun.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £793, select.
Chennai.£824 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug, returning Sat, 12 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chennai on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £824, select.
Chennai.£826 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Korean Air and Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £826, select.
Chennai.£857 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct, returning Sun, 25 Oct.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Chennai on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £857, select.
Chennai.£911 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa and Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £911, select.
Chennai.£927 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £927, select.
Chennai.£930 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £930, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seattle to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in April.
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Jun
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Seattle to Chennai: Alternative routes

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Finding cheap flights from Seattle to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Seattle to Chennai is £618. 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 to Chennai. But we found flights with one stop from £618.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Seattle to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Chennai is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Seattle to Chennai Airport on Sunday, 26 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Seattle 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Chennai is Singapore Airlines .

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)

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.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Seattle to MAA.

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

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.

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