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 with connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a notable portion of flights on this route include at least one stop.

What's the flight time from Seattle to Minneapolis?

The typical direct flight from Seattle to Minneapolis has a duration of 3 hours and 22 minutes, covering a distance of 2245 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to 8 hours and 1 minute. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes compared to those with connections.

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

Historically, deals for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis have been frequent. This suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers looking to secure a favorable fare. Given the historical frequency of price changes, an alert can help you track fluctuations and potentially find a better deal.

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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 connections. While a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the median connecting flight takes significantly longer, at 9h 47m, compared to 3h 22m for non-stop options. This route covers a distance of 2245 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Seattle to Minneapolis, fares typically range from $278–$745, with a median of $525. Right now, fares are above the typical level. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are not always easy to find. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis? The most affordable months to fly are typically March, with a median fare of $214, followed by April at $218, and December at $219. These months offer significantly lower median prices compared to the overall typical fare for the route.

A meaningful share of recent fares, specifically 41.1%, are for direct flights from Seattle to Minneapolis. For itineraries that include connections, most involve two stopovers. This indicates that while non-stop options are available, a substantial portion of travelers will experience a journey with at least one stop.

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Minneapolis

Regular price: $179 - $293

Prices for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $179 and $293. The current lowest deal is $141 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Nov 14-Dec 12.

now $141

Low $179

High $293

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

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$462

$407

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$465

$408

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$471

$428

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$471

$420

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$383

$357

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$465

$406

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 30

$400 → $284

29%

7 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 11

$240 → $139

42%

3 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 14

$252 → $163

35%

2 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 26

$254 → $167

34%

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, with a median price of $525.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the lowest prices

Historically, March, April, and December offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 22m

The median flight duration for direct flights is 3 hours 22 minutes, while connecting flights average 9h 47m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

41.1% of flights are direct

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

🏆 Airline highlight

Sun Country Airlines offers direct flights

Sun Country Airlines is one carrier providing direct flight options from Seattle to Minneapolis.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Seattle main airports to depart from

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$214

Minneapolis main airports to arrive at

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP)

Cheapest

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport is ideal for reaching Minneapolis and the wider region.

📍 ~11 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$202

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 ~$396

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Oct 30

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Oct 16

Minneapolis, United States

74% AI deal score

$1,047

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Dec 12

Minneapolis, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,013

$811

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From SEA

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Dec 06

Minneapolis, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,006

$811

Save $195

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Business Class

From SEA

Elite

Oct 16

Minneapolis, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,000

$817

Save $183

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Business Class

From SEA

Elite

Nov 13

Minneapolis, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,008

$817

Save $191

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From SEA

Elite

Oct 29

Minneapolis, United States

73% AI deal score

$998

$817

Save $181

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From SEA

Elite

Dec 15

Minneapolis, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,017

$817

Save $200

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Business Class

From SEA

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Oct 27

Minneapolis, United States

73% AI deal score

$998

$817

Save $181

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Business Class

From SEA

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Oct 23

Minneapolis, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,066

$867

Save $199

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From SEA

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Dec 29

Minneapolis, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,130

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Nov 07

Minneapolis, United States

72% AI deal score

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Minneapolis

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $245. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees a significantly higher average price of $928. Even booking 7-13 days out can result in an average price of $294, 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 during the same period was $525. Prices can go higher, with 75% of prices being $745 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target prices at or below the $278 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis include March, with a median price of $214, and April, with a median price of $218. December also shows a competitive median price of $219. These months offer prices significantly below the annual median of $525, providing good opportunities for savings.

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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: $179 - $293

Prices for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $179 and $293. The current lowest deal is $141 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Nov 14-Dec 12.

now $141

Low $179

High $293

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

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$462

$407

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$465

$408

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$471

$428

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$471

$420

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$383

$357

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Minneapolis

Seattle (SEA) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$465

$406

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 30

$400 → $284

29%

7 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 11

$240 → $139

42%

3 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 14

$252 → $163

35%

2 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 26

$254 → $167

34%

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, with a median price of $525.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the lowest prices

Historically, March, April, and December offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 22m

The median flight duration for direct flights is 3 hours 22 minutes, while connecting flights average 9h 47m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

41.1% of flights are direct

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

🏆 Airline highlight

Sun Country Airlines offers direct flights

Sun Country Airlines is one carrier providing direct flight options from Seattle to Minneapolis.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Seattle main airports to depart from

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$214

Minneapolis main airports to arrive at

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP)

Cheapest

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport is ideal for reaching Minneapolis and the wider region.

📍 ~11 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$202

Airports nearby Minneapolis used as alternative

Rochester International (RST)

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

Minneapolis, United States

72% AI deal score

$926

$811

Save $115

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Minneapolis

Cheap Flights from Seattle to Minneapolis

Today’s best flight deals from Seattle to Minneapolis

Seattle to Minneapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Minneapolis

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis

Direct flights from Seattle to Minneapolis

Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Minneapolis

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

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis

Seattle - Minneapolis route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in March for the lowest prices

Direct flights take 3h 22m

41.1% of flights are direct

Sun Country Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Seattle main airports to depart from

Minneapolis main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Minneapolis used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Minneapolis

Best Elite deals to Minneapolis

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Oct 16

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Oct 29

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Minneapolis

How far in advance should I book a flight from Seattle to Minneapolis?

What is a good price for a flight from Seattle to Minneapolis?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Seattle to Minneapolis?

What percentage of Seattle to Minneapolis flights are direct?

What's the flight time from Seattle to Minneapolis?

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

Related routes

More routes from Seattle

Flights to Minneapolis from other cities

Seattle to Minneapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Minneapolis

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis

Direct flights from Seattle to Minneapolis

Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Minneapolis

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

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis

Seattle - Minneapolis route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in March for the lowest prices

Direct flights take 3h 22m

41.1% of flights are direct

Sun Country Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Seattle main airports to depart from

Minneapolis main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Minneapolis used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Minneapolis

Best Elite deals to Minneapolis

Oct 30

Oct 16

Dec 12

Dec 06

Oct 16

Nov 13

Oct 29

Dec 15

Oct 27

Oct 23

Dec 29

Nov 07

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Minneapolis

How far in advance should I book a flight from Seattle to Minneapolis?

What is a good price for a flight from Seattle to Minneapolis?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Seattle to Minneapolis?