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Minneapolis Institute of Art
Major encyclopedic art museum with collections spanning thousands of years, from Asian art to European masters and contemporary works. A top cultural stop in the city.
Flights from Seattle, WA to Minneapolis, MN depart on average 44 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $92 (€74) if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 1391 miles (2239 km) distance in 3h 20m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1391 miles (2239 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€74) |
Flights per day 44 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 3h 20m |
First flight 12:05 AM |
Last flight 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
Cheapest price
$233
Average price
$696
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Flights per day
60
Distance
2239 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Seattle, WA to Minneapolis, MN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Seattle, WA to Minneapolis, MN will cost around $696 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $233.
Of the 60 flights that leave Seattle, WA for Minneapolis, MN onMon, May 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct flights cover the 2239 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Mon, May 18 the longest flights will take 5 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
SY286
UA499 · UA2272
UA1482 · UA373
AA767 · AA2074
AA2003 · AA2385
SY286
AS386
AS509
AS555
UA2601 · UA397Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Minneapolis, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $134. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $134, and a bus costs an average of $537.
Distance: 1391 miles (2239 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$391 Average price | $305 Average price Cheapest | $537 Average price | $329 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 39h 4m Average total duration 38h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45h 30m Average total duration 45h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
6.7 - 13.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Seattle, WA to Minneapolis, MN:
A train is $86 (€69) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Seattle, WA to Minneapolis, MN costing on average $391 (€316).
A train is $232 (€187) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Seattle, WA to Minneapolis, MN costing on average $537 (€434).
Other travel options to Minneapolis, MN take longer:
Train takes on average 38h 34m.
Bus takes on average 45h 0m.
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Minneapolis, MN flights for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AA2695 · AA1706 | 12:59 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 11h05 | 2:04 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2695 · AA2379 | 12:59 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 13h57 | 4:56 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5676 · UA1568 · UA1935 | 5:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 10h35 | 5:35 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5676 · UA1568 · UA1888 | 5:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 12h23 | 7:23 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5676 · UA2348 · UA732 | 5:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h42 | 4:42 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5676 · UA2272 | 5:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 8h53 | 3:53 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2601 · UA2329 · UA2298 | 5:05 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h07 | 4:12 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2601 · UA2329 · UA1935 | 5:05 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 10h30 | 5:35 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2601 · UA397 | 5:05 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 5h35 | 12:40 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2748 · AA2379 | 6:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 8h56 | 4:56 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA381 · AA2041 | 6:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 15h16 | 11:16 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2748 · AA2074 | 6:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 14h22 | 10:22 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2618 · UA1935 | 7:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 8h35 | 5:35 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2135 · UA1872 | 7:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 13h43 | 10:43 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2618 · UA2298 | 7:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h12 | 4:12 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA499 · UA1604 · UA2076 | 7:08 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 11h36 | 8:44 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA499 · UA1954 · UA1888 | 7:08 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 10h15 | 7:23 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA499 · UA2272 | 7:08 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h45 | 3:53 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA499 · UA1671 · UA2076 | 7:08 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 11h36 | 8:44 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA1667 · AA2074 | 7:10 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 13h12 | 10:22 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1667 · AA2379 | 7:10 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h46 | 4:56 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA885+ AA4084 | 7:10 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 14h49 | 11:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA885 · AA438 | 7:10 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 13h11 | 10:21 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2121 · UA1394 · UA2005 | 8:38 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 11h18 | 9:56 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2121 · UA1671 · UA2076 | 8:38 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 10h06 | 8:44 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5657 · UA469 · UA373 | 8:45 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 12h02 | 10:47 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1505 · UA1023 · UA2005 | 8:51 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 11h05 | 9:56 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1505 · UA732 | 8:51 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 5h51 | 4:42 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SY1638 | 9:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 3h20 | 2:20 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA707 · AA2074 | 10:25 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h57 | 10:22 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA747 · UA1888 | 10:52 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h31 | 7:23 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA747 · UA2005 | 10:52 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h04 | 9:56 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2775 · AA438 | 11:16 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h05 | 10:21 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2775+ AA4084 | 11:16 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 10h43 | 11:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1482 · UA373 | 11:39 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h08 | 10:47 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA767 · AA2074 | 11:41 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 8h41 | 10:22 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA767 · AA1221+ AA4084 | 11:41 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 10h18 | 11:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA767 · AA2881+ AA4084 | 11:41 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 10h18 | 11:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1351 · UA2076 | 12:51 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 5h53 | 8:44 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA755 · UA3993 | 1:07 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 19h46 | 10:53 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2741 · AA438 | 1:19 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h02 | 10:21 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2741+ AA4084 | 1:19 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 8h40 | 11:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA581 · UA373 | 1:21 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h26 | 10:47 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1647 · UA1951 | 1:57 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 18h55 | 10:52 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2768+ AA4084 | 3:17 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h42 | 11:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA757 · UA375 | 3:40 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h00 | 11:40 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA757 · AA2385 | 5:00 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 14h54 | 9:54 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SY1956 | 5:30 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 3h20 | 10:50 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major encyclopedic art museum with collections spanning thousands of years, from Asian art to European masters and contemporary works. A top cultural stop in the city.
Leading contemporary art museum known for modern visual art, design, film, and performances. It is paired with the adjacent Sculpture Garden and is one of Minneapolis's signature art venues.
University museum in a landmark Frank Gehry building, featuring American modernism, ceramics, and rotating exhibitions. Popular for both the architecture and riverfront setting.
Large urban park centered on Minnehaha Falls, with trails, river access, and scenic walking areas. One of Minneapolis's most visited outdoor destinations.
Network of popular lakes and paths including Bde Maka Ska, Lake Harriet, and Lake of the Isles. Ideal for walking, biking, and classic Minneapolis scenery.
Open-air park of large-scale artworks, including the famous Spoonbridge and Cherry. Highly photogenic and one of the city's best-known public spaces.
A Minneapolis burger with the cheese stuffed inside the patty rather than on top. It is a local icon strongly associated with the Twin Cities.
Walleye, the state fish of Minnesota, is commonly served fried, pan-seared, or in a sandwich. It is a classic Upper Midwest favorite found across Minneapolis menus.
A beloved Minnesota casserole made with seasoned filling and a crisp layer of tater tots. It is comfort food closely tied to local home cooking and potluck culture.
Celebrated restaurant focused on Indigenous North American cuisine using regional ingredients such as wild rice, bison, and corn. Modern setting by the river.
Established fine-dining restaurant by a prominent local chef, serving refined Midwestern cuisine in a polished but welcoming space.
Classic, no-frills Minneapolis bar famous for the original-style Jucy Lucy. A long-running local institution with a casual, old-school atmosphere.
Moderate by U.S. city standards. Meals and coffee are reasonable, but downtown hotels and fine dining cost more.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up or 10-15% for taxis, and USD 2-5 for hotel staff.
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