Direct (nonstop) flights from Seattle to Minneapolis

3 airlines fly nonstop from Seattle Tacoma International (SEA) to Minneapolis St Paul International (MSP). It's 1,399 miles (2,251 km), about 3h 22m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines.

SEA
Seattle Tacoma International
🇺🇸 Seattle, USA
MSP
Minneapolis St Paul International
🇺🇸 Minneapolis, USA
Flight Time
3h 22m
Distance
1,399 mi
2,251 km
CO₂/pax
236 kg
−32 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 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
SEA → MSP
Flight Time
3h 22m
Distance
1,399 mi
Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
SEA → MSP
Flight Time
3h 22m
Distance
1,399 mi
Sun Country Airlines SY Sun Country Airlines
Route
SEA → MSP
Flight Time
3h 22m
Distance
1,399 mi

Alternative Routes

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

SEA FCA (Kalispell) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 22m (378 mi) Leg 2: 2h 36m (1,026 mi) Total: ~3h 58m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SEA → FCA
1h 22m · 378 mi
View SEA to FCA flights →
Leg 2
FCA → MSP
2h 36m · 1,026 mi
View FCA to MSP flights →
SEA BIL (Billings) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 54m (664 mi) Leg 2: 2h 6m (748 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 286 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SEA → BIL
1h 54m · 664 mi
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Leg 2
BIL → MSP
2h 6m · 748 mi
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SEA BZN (Bozeman) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 42m (542 mi) Leg 2: 2h 19m (874 mi) Total: ~4h 1m 🍃 287 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SEA → BZN
1h 42m · 542 mi
View SEA to BZN flights →
Leg 2
BZN → MSP
2h 19m · 874 mi
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SEA GEG (Spokane) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 12m (223 mi) Leg 2: 2h 52m (1,176 mi) Total: ~4h 4m 🍃 265 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SEA → GEG
1h 12m · 223 mi
View SEA to GEG flights →
Leg 2
GEG → MSP
2h 52m · 1,176 mi
View GEG to MSP flights →
SEA MSO (Missoula) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 28m (388 mi) Leg 2: 2h 41m (1,013 mi) Total: ~4h 9m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SEA → MSO
1h 28m · 388 mi
View SEA to MSO flights →
Leg 2
MSO → MSP
2h 41m · 1,013 mi
View MSO to MSP flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Seattle to Minneapolis?

A nonstop flight from Seattle (SEA) to Minneapolis (MSP) takes approximately 3 hours and 22 minutes. The distance is 1,399 miles (2,251 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Seattle to Minneapolis?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Seattle to Minneapolis?

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

How far is Seattle from Minneapolis?

The flight distance from Seattle to Minneapolis 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 Seattle to Minneapolis?

At 3h 22m, 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 Seattle to Minneapolis?

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

Is the return flight from Minneapolis to Seattle 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 Seattle to Minneapolis?

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 Seattle Tacoma International for this flight?

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