Direct (nonstop) flights from Minneapolis to Seattle

3 airlines fly nonstop from Minneapolis St Paul International (MSP) to Seattle Tacoma International (SEA). It's 1,399 miles (2,251 km), about 3h 55m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines.

MSP
Minneapolis St Paul International
🇺🇸 Minneapolis, USA
SEA
Seattle Tacoma International
🇺🇸 Seattle, USA
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,399 mi
2,251 km
CO₂/pax
236 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Alaska Airlines +2
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Sun Country Airlines Sun Country Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
MSP → SEA
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,399 mi
Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
MSP → SEA
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,399 mi
Sun Country Airlines SY Sun Country Airlines
Route
MSP → SEA
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,399 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Minneapolis to Seattle with one stop · direct emits 236 kg CO₂ per passenger

MSP GEG (Spokane) SEA
Leg 1: 3h 6m (1,176 mi) Leg 2: 1h 17m (223 mi) Total: ~4h 23m 🍃 265 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MSP → GEG
3h 6m · 1,176 mi
View MSP to GEG flights →
Leg 2
GEG → SEA
1h 17m · 223 mi
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MSP BIL (Billings) SEA
Leg 1: 2h 14m (748 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (664 mi) Total: ~4h 24m 🍃 286 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MSP → BIL
2h 14m · 748 mi
View MSP to BIL flights →
Leg 2
BIL → SEA
2h 10m · 664 mi
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MSP BZN (Bozeman) SEA
Leg 1: 2h 30m (874 mi) Leg 2: 2h 1m (542 mi) Total: ~4h 31m 🍃 287 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MSP → BZN
2h 30m · 874 mi
View MSP to BZN flights →
Leg 2
BZN → SEA
2h 1m · 542 mi
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MSP FCA (Kalispell) SEA
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,026 mi) Leg 2: 1h 37m (378 mi) Total: ~4h 32m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MSP → FCA
2h 55m · 1,026 mi
View MSP to FCA flights →
Leg 2
FCA → SEA
1h 37m · 378 mi
View FCA to SEA flights →
MSP MSO (Missoula) SEA
Leg 1: 2h 52m (1,013 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (388 mi) Total: ~4h 32m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MSP → MSO
2h 52m · 1,013 mi
View MSP to MSO flights →
Leg 2
MSO → SEA
1h 40m · 388 mi
View MSO to SEA flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Minneapolis to Seattle?

A nonstop flight from Minneapolis (MSP) to Seattle (SEA) takes approximately 3 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 1,399 miles (2,251 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Minneapolis to Seattle?

3 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Seattle?

Yes. 3 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines.

How far is Minneapolis from Seattle?

The flight distance from Minneapolis to Seattle is 1,399 miles (2,251 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Minneapolis to Seattle?

At 3h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Minneapolis to Seattle?

Roughly 236 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,180 km.

Is the return flight from Seattle to Minneapolis also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Seattle?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Minneapolis St Paul International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.