Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is 3 hours 55 minutes.
Seattle is two hours behind Minneapolis and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Choose from 75 weekly Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flights. The 06:05 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest flight you can take. Delta Air Lines operates the last service of the day at 21:59.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MSP to SEA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Seattle holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of United States:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Alaska Airlines.
With an impressive 89.82% of services arriving as scheduled, Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier offering MSP to SEA flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between MSP and SEA:
Portland International Airport
Spokane International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight is 84 €. A round-trip fare right now is 183 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from MSP to SEA, book your journey six months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, data shows 77.37% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MSP:
Arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
If you're landing on a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SEA:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget to explore Seattle and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Seattle is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Seattle in May.
When booking your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MSP to SEA sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Seattle has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in United States, head for Spokane, roughly 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are the start of reasons to visit.
