Travelling from Seattle to Chennai Airport (MAA): What you need to know
Seattle is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Chennai Airport (MAA) taking off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. The city runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone and is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Seattle.
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 avoid the stress of rushing.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to MAA. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Chennai Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA land on time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can reach LKE from the centre of Seattle in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Seattle to MAA flight? Kick back in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
About Chennai Airport (MAA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MAA if you have a late flight from Seattle to Chennai Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Explore without limits 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 ride around three weeks before your Seattle to Chennai Airport flight.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Chennai. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Chennai Airport (MAA)
ج.م. 20,103 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Chennai Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 41,801. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Seattle to MAA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Seattle to Chennai Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Chennai Airport (MAA). July is when most people travel to Chennai. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Book your Seattle to MAA flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Chennai Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC.
More about Chennai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chennai right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Chennai Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers are must-do's during your Chennai adventure.
Explore more of India
Chennai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
If there's time to check out another corner of India, consider Salem, about 257 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point) are among the biggest draws.
