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

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Alternative Seattle to Minneapolis routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Seattle to Minneapolis? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Seattle to Minneapolis: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$206
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time3 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineKLM
Average flights per week203

Finding cheap flights from Seattle to Minneapolis: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Minneapolis: Minneapolis St Paul, Minneapolis Downtown and St Cloud.
The best price we found for a return flight from Seattle to Minneapolis is $206. 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.
3 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Seattle to Minneapolis.
KLM, Delta and Air Tahiti Nui fly direct from Seattle to Minneapolis.
As of February 2025, there are 203 flights per week flying from Seattle to Minneapolis.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis is usually February 2025.
If you're flying from Seattle, the cheapest airport near Minneapolis is Minneapolis St Paul – which is 11.5 km away from the centre of Minneapolis. We've found flights into this airport from $206.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis on Friday, 25 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 25 minutes.
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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around -8°C. July is typically the warmest month in Minneapolis, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -16°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Minneapolis is Frontier Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Minneapolis Downtown Airport is Sun Country Airlines.

Flying from Seattle to Minneapolis: what you need to know

  • Seattle's main airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Check out your options for leaving from this terminal when booking flights from Seattle to Minneapolis.

  • Come in for landing at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). This is the major gateway to Minneapolis.

  • The average time for a direct flight from Seattle to Minneapolis is 3 hours 21 minutes. Minneapolis's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Minneapolis 2 hours ahead of Seattle.

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 75 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Seattle to Minneapolis is with Sun Country Airlines at 23:59. Choose the first SEA to MSP departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 00:25 if you want to get going early.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Seattle to Minneapolis.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • When flying within United States, you don't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to present some form of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've found cheap flights from Seattle to Minneapolis, make sure your ID is up to date.

Flying from Seattle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • Depart from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) on a nonstop flight from Seattle to Minneapolis. From SEA, you can travel directly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).

  • Popular airlines that have direct flights from Seattle to Minneapolis out of SEA include:

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Seattle to Minneapolis. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Portland International Airport (PDX)

    • Spokane International Airport (GEG)

    • Denver International Airport (DEN)

  • Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 18 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 54 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Seattle to Minneapolis? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:

Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Seattle to Minneapolis. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Minneapolis:

    • Portland International Airport (PDX)

    • Spokane International Airport (GEG)

    • Denver International Airport (DEN)

  • LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take you 11 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 23 minutes.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your flight from Seattle to Minneapolis:

Arriving in Minneapolis

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Minneapolis

  • $128 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Minneapolis. A return flight starts at $206. These prices may change based on availability.

  • To secure cheap tickets from Seattle to Minneapolis, book your journey 9 months ahead of the departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Seattle to Minneapolis. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Seattle to Minneapolis. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Use filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Seattle to Minneapolis, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Best time to go to Minneapolis

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Seattle to Minneapolis. July is the busiest month for a trip to Minneapolis. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Seattle to Minneapolis for July if you'd like to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Minneapolis to range from 14ºC to 29ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Minneapolis sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

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