Traveling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Minneapolis is two hours ahead of Seattle and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Flights from SEA to MSP start from 00:25 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The last service of the day is at 23:59 with Sun Country Airlines. Overall, there are 75 weekly Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SEA to MSP flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
With direct flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Minneapolis (and then other destinations in United States) is a snap. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The majority of travelers choose to fly with Alaska Airlines on this route.
With an impressive 94.57% of services arriving on schedule, Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier offering SEA to MSP flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between SEA and MSP include:
Portland International Airport
Spokane International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
$109 is the lowest price for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $208. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SEA to MSP.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SEA to MSP.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
To get to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport from central Seattle, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SEA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Consider staying in a hotel near MSP if you're taking a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar to explore Minneapolis and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to the center of Minneapolis has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometers away.
It takes roughly 25 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Minneapolis in February.
Before locking in your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SEA to MSP in January. Average temperatures are between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Minneapolis, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey around 483 kilometers south-east to Milwaukee to check off its leading sights. From Miller Park to Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in United States, head for Omaha, roughly 467 kilometers south-west of Minneapolis. Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park are key highlights.
