Flying from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Seattle.
Flights from SEA to MSP start from 00:40 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The last service of the day is at 23:59 with Sun Country Airlines. In total, you can choose from 56 weekly Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SEA to MSP flight.
Flying 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 an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, so jetting off to Minneapolis (and then discovering more of the United States!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Delta is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Delta is the most punctual carrier that operates SEA to MSP flights. A reliable 89.05% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SEA and MSP include:
Denver International Airport
Portland Airport
Spokane International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight is R 1,477. A return fare right now is R 2,685. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SEA to MSP. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SEA to MSP by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport.
Handy information about Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
80% of flights departing from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of SEA.
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near SEA:
Arriving at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
If you're coming in on a late Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MSP:
Pick up a Minneapolis St Paul Airport rental car and discover Minneapolis and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty and Dollar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Minneapolis St Paul Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
The quietest month for a flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Minneapolis based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SEA to MSP in January. Average temperatures are between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Milwaukee is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Minneapolis. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
If there's time to check out another corner of the United States, consider Omaha, roughly 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. Kiewit Luminarium, OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theatre are key reasons to visit.
