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

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 2.1% of flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience a median of 2 connections. This indicates that direct routes are less common for this particular journey. Most travelers should anticipate at least one stop when flying this route.

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

A direct flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. typically takes about 2 hours and 29 minutes, covering a distance of 1459 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration of 11 hours and 28 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey, as connecting flights can add substantial time to the trip.

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

Historically, flight prices for the Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. route have shown regular price drops. This suggests that travelers can frequently find opportunities for reduced fares. Over the trailing 30 days, this route has consistently presented deals. Keeping an eye on price fluctuations can be beneficial for securing a better fare.

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Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C., the month of July offers the most affordable fares, with a median price of $208. Following closely, May also presents a good option with a median fare of $225. Even in January, you can find flights for a median of $518, making these months generally more economical for this route.

Fares for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. typically range from $371–$832, with a median price of $577. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly discounted tickets can be challenging.

When flying from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C., most itineraries connect at least once, as only 2.1% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. For the majority of journeys that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. takes about 2h 29m, including connections. For itineraries that involve connecting flights, the median travel time extends to 21h 19m. Non-stop flights, when available, also have a median duration of 2h 29m.

The distance between Minneapolis and Washington, D.C. is 1459 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. New deals for this route show up several times a week, suggesting regular opportunities to find fares.

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

Regular price: $167 - $295

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

The regular price range for this route is between $167 and $295. The current lowest deal is $115 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from January 6 to February 2.

now $115

Low $167

High $295

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

The cheapest month to fly from MSP to WAS is July, with a median price of $219. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $842. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $219

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $842

Jan

Feb

Mar

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Deutsche Luft Hansa

United Airlines

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

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$290

$260

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Sun Country Airlines

$138

$198

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Sun Country Airlines

$285

$243

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Sun Country Airlines

$286

$243

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Sun Country Airlines

$143

$198

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$238

$202

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 31

$681 → $338

50%

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

$664 → $367

45%

1 night

Dec 1 - Dec 2

$297 → $134

55%

6 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 9

$282 → $134

52%

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

Minneapolis - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. are near the typical level of $577.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C., at $208.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 29m

The median flight time for a direct flight is 2h 29m, covering 1459 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 2.1% of flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Sun Country Airlines offers direct flights

Sun Country Airlines has direct flights available from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. appear regularly.

Minneapolis main airports to depart from

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$118

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a good option for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$119

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International offers extensive routes and carrier competition, often resulting in lower fares.

📍 ~220 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$134

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

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

Historically, the best prices for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. are found when booking 0-6 days before departure. During this period, the average price is around $317. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees average prices rise to $832. Across the trailing 90 days, prices generally increase as the departure date gets further away, with flights booked 60+ days out averaging $663.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. is considered to be $371 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $577. Prices can go higher, with 75% of deals observed at $832 or less. Travelers aiming for a good deal should target prices below the median.

Historically, July and May have offered the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. The median price in July was $208, while May saw a median of $225. In contrast, January was observed as the most expensive month, with a median price of $518. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $577.

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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: $167 - $295

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

The regular price range for this route is between $167 and $295. The current lowest deal is $115 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from January 6 to February 2.

now $115

Low $167

High $295

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

The cheapest month to fly from MSP to WAS is July, with a median price of $219. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $842. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $219

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $842

Jan

Feb

Mar

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Deutsche Luft Hansa

United Airlines

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

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$290

$260

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Sun Country Airlines

$138

$198

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Sun Country Airlines

$285

$243

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Sun Country Airlines

$286

$243

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Sun Country Airlines

$143

$198

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$238

$202

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 31

$681 → $338

50%

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

$664 → $367

45%

1 night

Dec 1 - Dec 2

$297 → $134

55%

6 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 9

$282 → $134

52%

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