How many flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 32.1% of flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. were non-stop. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one connection to reach Washington, D.C. from Minneapolis.

How long does it take to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

A direct flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C., which covers a distance of 1459 kilometers, typically takes about 2 hours and 24 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging around 6 hours and 19 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference in duration when planning their journey between the two cities.

How often do Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers have regular opportunities to find more affordable fares for this specific route. Monitoring prices over time can be beneficial for securing a good deal on flights between these two cities.

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Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

For cheap flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C., prices right now are significantly above the typical level for this route. Fares typically range from $218–$573, with a median of $330 over the last 90 days. Currently, only 6% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that most travelers are paying more than usual.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C., August stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $198. Following closely are December, with a median of $215, and September, at $218. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

Most itineraries for this route involve connections, with only 32.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that are not direct, travelers typically encounter 2 stopovers. This suggests that while direct flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. are available, connecting flights are more common.

A typical journey from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. takes approximately 2h 24m for non-stop flights. However, since most itineraries include connections, a typical journey, including those connections, extends to about 7h 18m. This difference is important to consider when planning your travel time.

How much is a round trip from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $231 - $345

Prices for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $231 to $345. The current lowest deal is $155 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 19-Oct 21.

now $155

Low $231

High $345

The cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Washington is July, with a median price of $238. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $950. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $238

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $950

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Sun Country Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis (MSP) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$512

$322

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis (MSP) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Sun Country Airlines

$395

$255

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis (MSP) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Sun Country Airlines

$379

$263

One-way

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis (MSP) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$370

$254

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis (MSP) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$262

$170

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis (MSP) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Frontier Airlines

$297

$191

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

1 night

Sep 19 - Sep 20

$605 → $334

45%

1 night

Sep 16 - Sep 17

$629 → $378

40%

2 nights

Oct 3 - Oct 5

$420 → $170

60%

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

$399 → $168

58%

Popular Airports to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. are below the typical level at $155.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest at $198

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $198.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 24m

Direct flights to Washington, D.C. from Minneapolis typically average 2 hours and 24 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

About 32.1% of flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Sun Country Airlines offers direct flights

Sun Country Airlines has offered 1 direct deal from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. appear frequently.

Minneapolis main airports to depart from

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP)

Cheapest

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International is a good option for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$160

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

Consider BWI for flights to Washington, D.C. as it often provides competitive prices.

📍 ~44 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$156

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Consider Philadelphia International for its extensive route networks and carrier competition, potentially offering lower fares.

📍 ~225 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or Amtrak)

💸 Flights from ~$129

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$1,121

$652

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Washington, D.C., United States

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$1,146

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Washington, D.C., United States

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the sweet spot for booking flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. to secure the lowest prices is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight was around $244. Booking within 0-6 days of departure, for example, saw prices rise significantly to an average of $459. Even booking more than 60 days out tended to be more expensive, with an average price of $334.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. is considered to be $218 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $330. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $573 or less, indicating that deals below $218 offer significant savings.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. are August, December, and September. In August, the median price was $198, while December saw a median of $215. September also offered competitive pricing with a median of $218. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price of $330 for this route, making these months ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

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Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $231 - $345

Prices for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $231 to $345. The current lowest deal is $155 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 19-Oct 21.

now $155

Low $231

High $345

The cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $238

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $950

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Sun Country Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis (MSP) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$512

$322

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis (MSP) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Sun Country Airlines

$395

$255

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis (MSP) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Sun Country Airlines

$379

$263

One-way

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis (MSP) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$370

$254

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis (MSP) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$262

$170

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis (MSP) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Frontier Airlines

$297

$191

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

1 night

Sep 19 - Sep 20

$605 → $334

45%

1 night

Sep 16 - Sep 17

$629 → $378

40%

2 nights

Oct 3 - Oct 5

$420 → $170

60%

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

$399 → $168

58%

Popular Airports to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. are below the typical level at $155.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest at $198

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $198.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 24m

Direct flights to Washington, D.C. from Minneapolis typically average 2 hours and 24 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

About 32.1% of flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Sun Country Airlines offers direct flights

Sun Country Airlines has offered 1 direct deal from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. appear frequently.

Minneapolis main airports to depart from

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP)

Cheapest

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International is a good option for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$160

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

Consider BWI for flights to Washington, D.C. as it often provides competitive prices.

📍 ~44 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$156

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Consider Philadelphia International for its extensive route networks and carrier competition, potentially offering lower fares.

Washington, D.C., United States

80% AI deal score

$969

$635

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Today’s best flight deals from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

August is historically cheapest at $198

Direct flights average 2h 24m

Connecting flights are common

Sun Country Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Minneapolis main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

How early should I book Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

How many flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. are non-stop?

How long does it take to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

How often do Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. flight prices drop?

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More routes from Minneapolis

Flights to Washington, D.C. from other cities

Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

August is historically cheapest at $198

Direct flights average 2h 24m

Connecting flights are common

Sun Country Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Minneapolis main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

Oct 10

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Dec 30

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Jan 30

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

How early should I book Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?