Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
New Delhi's timezone is UTC+5:30, making New Delhi 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Seattle.
Your SEA to DEL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SEA and DEL:
Vancouver International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
At the moment, $557 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,075. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SEA to DEL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SEA to DEL.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to SEA? If you're boarding an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DEL instead:
Pick up an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car and explore New Delhi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Hire are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Indira Gandhi International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
From Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to New Delhi. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in New Delhi, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 43ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SEA to DEL in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've seen New Delhi, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Travel about 3 kilometres west to Delhi to tick off its top sights. From Naqqar Khana to Sita ram park and JU Park-2, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 386 kilometres south-east of New Delhi, Kanpur is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.
