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$118+ Cheap flights from Seattle to Minneapolis (SEA - MSP)

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SEA — MSP
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in October or September, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Seattle to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) to Minneapolis (MSP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$180
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$118
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$297

Good round-trip deal

$254 or less

Good one-way deal

$161 or less
From Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Minneapolis St Paul
One-way flight from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Minneapolis St Paul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($21 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Minneapolis St Paul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Minneapolis St Paul.

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Cheapest flights from Seattle to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/309:30 amSEA - MSP
Nonstop3h 18mSun Country Air
Mon 8/46:18 amMSP - SEA
Nonstop3h 50mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/3$180
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/266:19 pmSEA - MSP
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/288:38 pmMSP - SEA
1 stop5h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$181
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/224:40 pmSEA - MSP
1 stop19h 23mFrontier
Mon 8/259:34 pmMSP - SEA
1 stop27h 27mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$182

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seattle to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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SEA - MSP

SEAMSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 7/30

6:27 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 8/6

3:42 pm-5:32 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$180

SeattleMinneapolis

SEA - MSP

SEAMSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 9/26

6:19 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/28

8:38 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 52m

$181

SeattleMinneapolis

SEA - MSP

SEAMSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 8/22

4:40 pm-2:03 pm

1 stop19h 23m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/25

9:34 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop27h 27m

$182

SeattleMinneapolis

SEA - MSP

SEAMSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 9/12

6:12 am-7:31 pm

1 stop11h 19m

$118

SeattleMinneapolis

SEA - MSP

SEAMSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 7/16

6:09 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$119

SeattleMinneapolis

SEA - MSP

SEAMSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 8/5

11:45 pm-9:03 am

1 stop7h 18m

$139

SeattleMinneapolis

SEA - MSP

SEAMSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 11/18

1:24 am-1:10 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$143

SeattleMinneapolis

SEA - MSP

SEAMSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 10/15

10:10 am-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$144

SeattleMinneapolis

SEA - MSP

SEAMSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 8/12

10:25 am-3:46 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

$159

SeattleMinneapolis

SEA - MSP

SEAMSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 7/17

5:30 pm-5:02 am

1 stop9h 32m

$160

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The best insider tips for Seattle to Minneapolis flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Seattle to Minneapolis trip
Airlines
Sun Country Air

Sun Country offers free inflight entertainment streamed to your device on most flights.


Sun Country's priority check-in minimizes stress with access to priority security lanes.

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines offers 32” legroom in Main Cabin, ideal for short-haul comfort.


Alaska Airlines provides flat-fee Wi-Fi, perfect for business travelers needing connectivity.

Airports
SEA

Use SEA Spot Saver to book security screening appointments in advance, reducing wait times for general security passengers.

Read more about SEAby Brandon Schultz
MSP

Take the light rail from MSP to downtown Minneapolis in under 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes from 5 am to midnight.

Read more about MSPby Brandon Schultz
Our travel experts
Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Expert on Sun Country Air

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson is driven by her lifelong commitment to exploring the globe. Her insatiable curiosity had led her to immerse herself into diverse locations like Oklahoma City and Pismo. Her hotel recommendations are the result of the myriad hotels she's stayed at across her travels. Along her journey, she cherishes engaging conversations with locals, indulging in the finest ice cream, trying her hand at surfing, and embarking on nature-filled hikes.

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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSP and SEA

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Seattle to Minneapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Seattle to Minneapolis

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Seattle to Minneapolis may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seattle to Minneapolis?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Seattle to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SEA to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Seattle to Minneapolis is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 35% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seattle to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to Minneapolis flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Seattle to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Seattle to Minneapolis. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

The most flights from SEA to MSP are scheduled on a Monday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Seattle to Minneapolis?

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Minneapolis. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines from Seattle to Minneapolis. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seattle to Minneapolis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis?

    If you wish to fly to Minneapolis from Seattle, then you need to book flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Minneapolis St Paul. There are 29 flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) per day to choose from. Flights to Minneapolis from Seattle/Tacoma Intl are available from 6 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 3h 14m is how long a nonstop flight from Seattle to Minneapolis St Paul typically takes.

  • How popular is this Seattle to Minneapolis flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Seattle to Minneapolis round-trip?

    According to our current data, Sun Country Air ($180), and Frontier ($182) offers the cheapest pricing from Seattle to Minneapolis. You may be able to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Seattle to Minneapolis one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $118 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Sun Country Air from $119 and Southwest from $144 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Seattle to Minneapolis?

    Consider Air France (87%), Qatar Airways (86%) or Delta (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Seattle to Minneapolis.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Seattle to Minneapolis?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Seattle to Minneapolis? While on average our users pay $691, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $112. The most popular route (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Minneapolis St Paul), is priced around $165.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Seattle to Minneapolis that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Seattle to Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Seattle to Minneapolis?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Seattle to Minneapolis.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Seattle to Minneapolis?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seattle to Minneapolis by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seattle to Minneapolis?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Seattle to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Seattle to Minneapolis

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Seattle to Minneapolis. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$113Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$148Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$150Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$156Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$158Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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