Flying from Seattle to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Start your trip at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Look for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis that depart from this terminal.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is where your flight will arrive in Minneapolis.
The average time for a direct Seattle to Minneapolis flight is 3 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Seattle.
With 60 flights a week between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Seattle to Minneapolis with Delta Air Lines at 00:40. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from SEA to MSP is with Sun Country Airlines at 23:59.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Seattle to Minneapolis flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Minneapolis
To secure cheap Seattle to Minneapolis flights, book your journey two months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on plane tickets from Seattle to Minneapolis. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can get a direct flight from Seattle to Minneapolis departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Start your trip at SEA and touch down at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct Seattle to Minneapolis plane tickets out of SEA. Let one of these carriers take you there:
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Minneapolis or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Minneapolis. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MSP instead:
Grab a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car and explore Minneapolis and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty and Dollar are top providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks in advance of your Seattle to Minneapolis flight.
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
February is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Minneapolis based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Seattle to Minneapolis ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Seattle to Minneapolis in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -1ºC.
More about Minneapolis
After booking your flight from Seattle to Minneapolis, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Institute of Arts are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Minneapolis to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
Explore more of United States
Minneapolis will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a visit to Milwaukee will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
If you want to check out another side of United States, head for Omaha, roughly 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park are among the biggest draws.