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Essential information to help you plan your flight from Minneapolis to Washington.
Cheapest Flight Round-trip
$178
Lowest round-trip price available on Priceline for this route right now.
This fare recently dropped from $318.
1 stop · economyCheapest Flight One-way
$134
Lowest one-way price found on Priceline for this route in the last 16 days. Found 11 days ago.
The typical one-way fare on this route is $201.
Outbound · Nov 1
7:00 amMSPMinneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport
9:50 pmDCAReagan Washington National Airport
13h 50m · 1 stop via Denver (DEN)
Cheapest Nonstop
$189
Cheapest nonstop found on Priceline for this route in the last 16 days. Found 9 days ago.
$11 more than the cheapest round-trip.
Outbound · Nov 2
6:24 amMSPMinneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport
10:00 amDCAReagan Washington National Airport
2h 36m · Nonstop
Return · Nov 9
9:30 pmDCAReagan Washington National Airport
11:27 pmMSPMinneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport
2h 57m · Nonstop
Good deal price
$201
A round-trip at or under $201 is a good deal on this route right now.
75% of the fares we found on this route cost more; only a quarter cost less.
Timing Your Trip
The best day, time of day, season and booking window for this route.
Best day to fly
Thursdays
Thursday departures average $272 on this route, the lowest of any weekday.
$24 less than the average weekday, which is $296.
Best time to fly
Afternoons
Afternoon departures average $247 on this route, the lowest of any time of day.
$45 less than the average departure, which is $292.
Low season
February
Fares average $178 in February, the cheapest month to fly this route, bottoming out near $174 in early February.
$17 below the yearly average of $195.
When to book
5 weeks ahead
Fares on this route are lowest when booked about 5 weeks before departure.
Booking then averages $189, versus $235 in the final days before the flight.
Price Drop Deals
Priceline is always monitoring flight prices on this route. When we spot an offer on a specific flight that’s significantly lower than what that flight usually sells for, we call it out here as a price drop.
MSPDCA
44% Price DropFrontier Airlines
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$300now only$197Round-trip
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Depart Nov 13 · Return Nov 17
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$300now only$207Round-trip
MSPIAD
30% Price DropDelta Air Lines
Depart Nov 6 · Return Nov 9
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$294now only$207Round-trip
MSPBWI
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MSPIAD
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$294now only$211Round-trip
MSPBWI
28% Price DropAmerican Airlines
Depart Nov 13 · Return Nov 16
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$300now only$216Round-trip
MSPDCA
31% Price DropFrontier Airlines
Depart Nov 4 · Return Nov 7
3-night trip · economy
$317now only$219Round-trip
MSPDCA
25% Price DropSouthwest Airlines
Depart Jan 7 · Return Jan 10
3-night trip · economy
$315now only$236Round-trip
MSPBWI
17% Price DropFrontier Airlines
Depart Nov 4 · Return Nov 9
5-night trip · economy
$297now only$245Round-trip
MSPIAD
15% Price DropUnited Airlines
Depart Nov 4 · Return Nov 9
5-night trip · economy
$294now only$250Round-trip
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FrontierSouthwestAmericanSun CountryDepart Dec 10 · Return Dec 13
3-night trip · economy
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FrontierSouthwestAmericanSun CountryDepart Oct 22 · Return Oct 25
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$324Round-trip
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economy
$216One-way
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MSPMinneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport
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When is the cheapest time to fly?
Cheapest in early February at about $174
Fares from Minneapolis to Washington are lowest in early February, around $174, and February is the cheapest month overall, averaging $178. They peak in late March at about $214, $40 more than the low. The yearly average is $195.
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| Month | Average fare | Early month | Late month |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $179 | $183 | $175 |
| February | $178 | $174 | $182 |
| March | $207 | $199 | $214 |
| April | $193 | $199 | $187 |
| May | $196 | $195 | $197 |
| June | $202 | $199 | $204 |
| July | $203 | $201 | $204 |
| August | $193 | $200 | $187 |
| September | $189 | $186 | $193 |
| October | $201 | $204 | $198 |
| November | $195 | $188 | $203 |
| December | $205 | $197 | $213 |
How far in advance should I book?
Cheapest about 5 weeks out at $189
Book about 5 weeks before departure for the best fares from Minneapolis to Washington, around $189. Booking in the final days before the flight costs about $235, $46 more. Booking six months ahead runs about $236.
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| Days before departure | Average fare |
|---|---|
| 180 days | $236 |
| 179 days | $237 |
| 172 days | $237 |
| 164 days | $233 |
| 156 days | $229 |
| 148 days | $225 |
| 140 days | $224 |
| 132 days | $224 |
| 124 days | $225 |
| 116 days | $225 |
| 108 days | $218 |
| 100 days | $209 |
| 92 days | $202 |
| 84 days | $199 |
| 76 days | $200 |
| 68 days | $200 |
| 2mo | $199 |
| 52 days | $195 |
| 44 days | $192 |
| 38 days | $189 |
| 36 days | $189 |
| 28 days | $191 |
| 20 days | $200 |
| 12 days | $212 |
| 4 days | $227 |
| 0 days | $235 |
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Washington. At $272 it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day, 15% above average.
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| Day | Average fare |
|---|---|
| Sun | $342 |
| Mon | $337 |
| Tue | $295 |
| Wed | $282 |
| Thu | $272 |
| Fri | $272 |
| Sat | $272 |
When is the best time of day to fly?
Afternoon (2pm - 5pm) is the cheapest time of day to fly from Minneapolis to Washington. At $247 it is 15% cheaper than the average time. Evening (5pm - 9pm) is the most expensive time, 15% above average.
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| Time of day | Average fare |
|---|---|
| Morning | $300 |
| Midday | $285 |
| Afternoon | $247 |
| Evening | $337 |
What do round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Washington cost?
Share of fares in each price range, adjusted to current prices.
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| Price range | Share of fares |
|---|---|
| $0 to $100 | 1% |
| $100 to $200 | 23% |
| $200 to $300 | 49% |
| $300 to $400 | 20% |
| $400 to $500 | 5% |
| $500 and up | 2% |
Methodology: learn how we calculate these charts
The charts “When is the cheapest time to fly?”, “How far in advance should I book?”, “What's the cheapest day of the week to fly?” and “What do round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Washington cost?” are built from the prices Priceline customers actually paid for flights on this route over the past 12 months or more.
Where a route has too few bookings to fill every point in a chart, we borrow the shape of the curve from a group of routes with similar price behavior and fit it to the fares booked on this route.
Because past fares don’t reflect today’s market, we then adjust the historical prices for current conditions such as inflation and fuel costs, using the round-trip fares found in recent searches on this route.
The chart “When is the best time of day to fly?” is calculated directly from the fares found in recent searches, not from historical bookings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about flying from Minneapolis to Washington.
What is the typical flight duration from Minneapolis to Washington?
Flights from Minneapolis to Washington cover about 929 miles. The typical nonstop flight time is 2 hours 31 minutes outbound, while the return leg takes about 2 hours 50 minutes — the westbound return is noticeably longer due to prevailing winds.
Methodology
Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.
Are there any direct flights from Minneapolis to Washington?
There are direct nonstop flights from Minneapolis to Washington, with Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and American Airlines all flying the route daily. Delta runs up to 54 weekly flights into both Reagan National and Dulles, while United operates 14 weekly flights into Dulles and American 18 weekly flights into Reagan National. American also has a five-times-weekly morning flight that runs Monday through Friday only.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
What are the ground transportation options in Washington?
At Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), the fastest and most-used option to downtown Washington, D.C. is the WMATA Metrorail Silver Line, which runs directly from the terminal every 15 minutes and takes about 47-53 minutes for $3-$6. Taxis operate 24/7 and cost around $65, taking 30-60 minutes depending on traffic. Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are available around the clock, and private car services such as SuperShuttle offer direct, reserved rides for groups or business travelers. Car rentals are also available at the airport, and Metrobus Route 5A provides an economical but slower bus alternative to L'Enfant Plaza. The Silver Line Express bus ($5) connects the terminal to the Metrorail station for those not walking to the dedicated airport station.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Washington?
Fares from Minneapolis to Washington are lowest in early February, around $174. February is the cheapest month overall, averaging $178, followed by January ($179) and September ($189). March is the most expensive month at about $207, and fares peak in late March at about $214. The yearly average is $195. Fares are adjusted to current market conditions.
Methodology
Seasonal fares come from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive, analysed in-house and refreshed monthly. For each day of the year we take a representative round-trip fare, a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings, and smooth the series into a seasonal curve; the half-month low and high and the monthly figures quoted here are averages of that curve. Thin and international routes borrow their seasonal shape from the nearest busy routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings.
How far in advance should I book tickets from Minneapolis to Washington?
Book about 5 weeks before departure for the best fares from Minneapolis to Washington, around $189. Booking in the final days before the flight costs about $235, $46 more. Booking six months ahead runs about $236. Fares are adjusted to current market conditions.
Methodology
Booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. We aggregate the route's bookings by how many days before departure they were made, from about 180 days out to the day of travel, smooth the curve, and highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare. Thin and international routes borrow the curve shape from the nearest busy routes, anchored to the route's own price level. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.
Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Minneapolis to Washington?
No overnight or red-eye flights operate from Minneapolis to Washington — there are no nonstop red-eyes, and no connecting itinerary has an overnight long leg on this route.
Methodology
Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times and block times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes. A flight counts as a red-eye when it departs in the afternoon or evening (3 p.m. or later local time) or in the early hours before 4 a.m., and is in the air at some point between midnight and 4 a.m. local time at both its departure airport and its arrival airport. An evening flight that lands before midnight at its destination is never counted, nor is a morning departure or a daytime long-haul that reaches the next calendar date only because of time zones. Each red-eye is labelled with its timing (for example, overnight and landing the next morning, or late-night and landing after midnight). For connecting itineraries the same rule is applied to the longer leg, from one representative day's flight search.
Which airlines usually operate this route from Minneapolis to Washington?
Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and American Airlines all fly nonstop from Minneapolis to Washington, serving both Reagan National and Dulles. Delta is the most frequent, with 34 weekly flights to DCA and 20 to IAD (some operated by SkyWest), while United runs 14 weekly flights to Dulles operated by Republic Airways. American Airlines operates 18 weekly flights to Reagan National, mostly on PSA Airlines with a few Envoy Air flights on weekdays. All three carriers fly daily, though American's Envoy-operated flight runs only Monday through Friday.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
How reliable are on‑time arrivals on this route from Minneapolis to Washington?
Arrival reliability from Minneapolis to Washington varies by carrier and airport. Delta Connection, operated by SkyWest, is the most reliable, with 87.1% of flights arriving within 15 minutes of schedule and a 0.0% cancellation rate. Delta mainline follows at 76.0% on-time with a 1.0% cancellation rate, while American Eagle flights operated by PSA and Republic arrive on time 74.8% and 66.4% of the time, respectively, with cancellation rates of 6.4% and 5.4%.
Methodology
On-time arrival and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; a flight counts as on time when it arrives within 15 minutes of schedule. Carriers are ranked by arrival on-time rate on this route, and the carrier list itself comes from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI).
Which airport should I use in Washington?
Washington has three airports. Reagan National is closest to downtown and the National Mall, ideal for business and short-haul flights. Dulles is the main international gateway, farther west but well connected by Metro. Baltimore-Washington is the farthest, favoured by low-cost carriers.
How do I get to Minneapolis-St Paul Intl/Wold-Chamberlain Airport from the city center?
From downtown Minneapolis, the METRO Blue Line light rail is the most popular and economical way to reach Minneapolis-St Paul International Airport, with trains departing regularly and taking about 25 minutes from the Warehouse District. Taxis and ride-share services like Uber and Lyft offer direct door-to-door convenience, with taxi fares to the airport typically averaging $39-$49 from downtown Minneapolis. Driving yourself is straightforward via Minnesota State Highway 5, and the airport offers both daily and hourly parking that can be prebooked online. For the fastest trip, a taxi or ride-share is generally quickest at around 20-30 minutes depending on traffic, while the light rail is the best value.
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Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Washington airport?
Washington Dulles International Airport has no dedicated sleeping or rest zones, though informal spots with padded benches exist on the airside, and the terminal is open 24 hours. The nearest hotel is the Washington Dulles Airport Marriott, located inside the airport campus, and several nearby hotels like the DoubleTree by Hilton and Hyatt Regency Dulles offer free shuttle service. Sleep cabins or pods are not available, but day rooms are offered.
References
- EXCELLENT Hotels Near Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) (DC) ✈
- 11 Best Hotels near Washington Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) for 2026 | U.S. News Travel
- Hotels Near Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) · Dyme
- 9 Best Hotels in Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), Herndon for 2026 | U.S. News Travel
- dulles airport hotels - Google Maps
- IAD 근처의 친 애완동물 호텔 | Holiday Inn 워싱턴-덜레스 국제공항
- Washington Dulles Airport Guide (IAD) - Sleeping in Airports
What facilities and services are available to travelers at Washington Dulles International Airport?
Washington Dulles International Airport offers free Wi-Fi and charging stations throughout the terminal and concourses. There is an Interfaith Chapel in Concourse A across from Gate A32, always open for quiet reflection. Four designated pet relief areas are available both inside the concourses and outside the terminal. Travelers will find dining options, retail shops, and several lounges, with a USO Lounge located in the terminal opposite Baggage Claim 12 for military personnel and their families.
References
- Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) Lounge Guide
- Capital One Lounge - IAD | flydulles.com
- Washington Dulles International Airport Food Guide: Dining at IAD | Chase
- flydulles.com - Services & Amenities
- The Etihad Lounge at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
- Dulles International Airport - Google Maps
- Washington Dulles International Airport, 1 Saarinen Cir, Dulles, VA 20166, US - MapQuest
- Dulles International Airport Main Terminal
Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Minneapolis and Washington airports?
At Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, travelers can arrange wheelchair service and other accommodations through their airline before flying, with airlines asking for at least 48 hours advance notice; Travelers Assistance volunteers and information booths are available in both terminals, and the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program is offered. At Washington Dulles International Airport, wheelchair assistance can be arranged through your airline at the airport, accessible taxis and shuttle buses are available, and the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program operates with lanyards available at the USO Lounge and information desks. Both airports provide service animal relief areas and accessible parking.
What aircraft are typically used on flights from Minneapolis to Washington?
Delta Air Lines operates the majority of nonstop flights from Minneapolis to Washington, flying Airbus A220 family and Airbus A320 family aircraft into Reagan National. American Airlines, via its regional partners PSA Airlines and Envoy Air, uses Bombardier CRJ-700, Bombardier CRJ family, and Embraer E175 jets, while United Airlines via Republic Airways and Delta via SkyWest Airlines both fly Embraer E175s, with SkyWest also operating Embraer E-Jet family aircraft into Dulles.
Methodology
Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.
Which airline alliances serve flights from Minneapolis to Washington?
Delta Air Lines (SkyTeam), United Airlines (Star Alliance), and American Airlines (oneworld) all fly nonstop from Minneapolis–St. Paul to Washington, with Delta the busiest at up to 54 weekly flights across DCA and IAD. All three are full alliance members, so every major global alliance is represented on this route, with the regional operators flying under their brands rather than as alliance members themselves.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Minneapolis?
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) offers a strong lounge lineup across Terminal 1, with seven distinct options to suit different travelers. The Escape Lounge, PGA Lounge, and Portal Lounge are open to any traveler via Priority Pass, select credit cards, or a day pass, offering amenities like complimentary drinks, buffet dining, gaming consoles, and golf simulators. Delta operates three Sky Clubs at Concourses G, C, and F/G, with buffet dining, full bar service, and airfield views for Sky Club members, premium-cabin passengers, or eligible American Express cardholders. A United Club sits in Concourse E between gates E6 and E8, welcoming United and Star Alliance premium passengers with complimentary Wi-Fi and drinks.
References
- MSP Airport Lounges: Delta Sky Club, PGA, Escape, Portal & More
- Minneapolis-St. Paul Intl Airport (MSP) Lounge | Escape Lounges
- United Club Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN (MSP) - LoungeReview.com
- Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport MSP Lounges - MSP Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass
- Airport lounges at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) — The Points Party
- American Express Lounges at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport | Amex US
- American Express Lounges at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport | Amex XB
Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?
Same-day changes and standby depend on the airline and fare class; flexible and premium tickets typically allow them, while basic economy does not.