What percentage of Seattle to Minneapolis flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 41.1% of flights from Seattle to Minneapolis were direct. For travelers who prefer not to have a direct flight, connecting flights typically involve a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of the flights on this route include at least one stop.

What's the flight time from Seattle to Minneapolis?

The typical direct flight time from Seattle to Minneapolis is 3 hours and 22 minutes, covering a distance of 2245 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 8 hours and 1 minute. This represents a significant difference in travel time, with direct flights being considerably faster than those with a single layover.

Should I set a price alert for Seattle to Minneapolis flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis are frequent. This suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers seeking to find lower fares. Given the consistent availability of deals across the trailing quarter, an alert can help you monitor price fluctuations and potentially secure a more favorable booking.

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Seattle to Minneapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis

A typical journey from Seattle to Minneapolis takes about 3h 22m, including itineraries with connections. While a meaningful share of flights on this route are non-stop, the median journey time accounts for the overall travel experience. For itineraries that include connections, the typical duration extends to 9h 47m, reflecting the time spent on layovers.

When looking for cheap flights from Seattle to Minneapolis, fares typically range from $278–$745, with a median price of $525. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 2% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a particularly low fare might require some flexibility or advance planning.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis, the data indicates that March is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $214. Following closely are April, with a median fare of $218, and December, where the median fare is $219. These months present the best opportunities for securing lower prices on this route.

For direct flights from Seattle to Minneapolis, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, with 41.1% of recent fares falling into this category. For the remaining itineraries that involve connections, most typically include 2 stopovers. This means you have options for both direct travel and journeys with one or more stops, depending on your preference for convenience versus potential cost savings.

The distance between Seattle and Minneapolis is approximately 2245 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul flight. Medium-haul routes typically offer a balance between flight duration and the range of available services, making it a manageable journey for most travelers.

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Minneapolis

Regular price: $227 - $347

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis is $227 to $347. The current lowest deal is $194 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Aug 21-Aug 29.

now $194

Low $227

High $347

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis

The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis is March, with a median price of $214. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $897. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $214

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $897

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Seattle to Minneapolis

Sun Country Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Minneapolis

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Sun Country Airlines

$359

$354

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Sun Country Airlines

$470

$428

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$364

$326

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$414

$357

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$393

$347

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PAE - Minneapolis

Everett (PAE) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$515

$516

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis

2 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 26

$317 → $195

38%

1 night

Aug 21 - Aug 22

$317 → $195

38%

3 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 24

$314 → $194

38%

5 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 26

$306 → $195

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis

Seattle - Minneapolis route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Seattle to Minneapolis are above the typical level over the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March offers the lowest median price at $214 for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 22m

The typical direct flight from Seattle to Minneapolis takes 3 hours and 22 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

41.1% of flights are direct

Historically, 41.1% of flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Sun Country Airlines offers direct flights

Sun Country Airlines is one airline that offers direct flights from Seattle to Minneapolis.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals on flights from Seattle to Minneapolis appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Seattle main airports to depart from

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is a good option for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis.

📍 ~20 km from Seattle (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$208

Minneapolis main airports to arrive at

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP)

Cheapest

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport is the primary airport for flights arriving in Minneapolis.

📍 ~10 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$208

Airports nearby Minneapolis used as alternative

Rochester International (RST)

Rochester International is a reliable alternative for travelers in the southern Twin Cities metro area.

📍 ~135 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$323

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Minneapolis

79% AI deal score

$1,054

$817

Save $237

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Minneapolis

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $245. Booking closer to the departure date, such as 0-6 days out, generally sees a significantly higher average price of $928. Even booking 14-27 days in advance shows an average price of $925, indicating that planning ahead can lead to considerable savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Seattle to Minneapolis is considered to be $278 or less. The median price for this route has historically been $525. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $745 or less. Aiming for prices at or below the $278 threshold indicates you are securing a competitive fare.

Historically, March, April, and December have offered the cheapest flights from Seattle to Minneapolis. In March, the median price was $214, while April saw a median of $218, and December had a median of $219. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price of $525 for this route. Travelers looking for more affordable options may consider planning their trips during these months.

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Seattle to Minneapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Minneapolis

Regular price: $227 - $347

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis is $227 to $347. The current lowest deal is $194 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Aug 21-Aug 29.

now $194

Low $227

High $347

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis

March

Cheapest

Flights from $214

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $897

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Seattle to Minneapolis

Sun Country Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Minneapolis

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Sun Country Airlines

$359

$354

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Sun Country Airlines

$470

$428

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$364

$326

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$414

$357

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$393

$347

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PAE - Minneapolis

Everett (PAE) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$515

$516

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis

2 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 26

$317 → $195

38%

1 night

Aug 21 - Aug 22

$317 → $195

38%

3 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 24

$314 → $194

38%

5 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 26

$306 → $195

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis