Minneapolis is 2 hours ahead of Seattle. When it's 12:00 PM in Seattle, it's 2:00 PM in Minneapolis. Seattle uses Pacific Time (PT), while Minneapolis uses Central Time (CT).
Both cities observe daylight saving time on the same schedule, so the 2-hour difference remains constant throughout the year. This allows for good overlap during business hours between the Pacific Northwest and Upper Midwest.
Optimal calling window: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Seattle time (10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Minneapolis time). Early Seattle mornings work well for reaching Minneapolis during their business hours.
Both cities are known for their strong corporate presence - Seattle with tech giants and Minneapolis with major retail and healthcare companies. Delta Air Lines operates a hub in Minneapolis with frequent service to Seattle.