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 flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience 2 stops. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve connections.

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

A direct flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. typically takes 2 hours and 24 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 6 hours and 19 minutes. The total air distance covered on this route is 1459 kilometers.

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

Historically, flight prices for the Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. route are classified as frequent in terms of price drops. This suggests that travelers can often find opportunities for price reductions. Monitoring this route can be beneficial for securing a better deal.

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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 August offers the most favorable median fares, at $198. Other cost-effective options include December, with a median fare of $215, and September, where prices average $218. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

Fares for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. typically range from $218–$573, with a median price of $330. Right now, fares are significantly above the typical level, indicating a less opportune time for booking. Currently, only 6% of recent fares are classified as a good price, suggesting that deals are less common at present. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When flying from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C., most itineraries connect at least once, with only 32.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which can significantly extend travel time.

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

The distance between Minneapolis and Washington, D.C. is 1495 kilometers, classifying this route as a short-haul flight. This distance typically means a quicker travel experience compared to longer routes, though connections can extend the overall journey.

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

Regular price: $220 - $287

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

The regular price range for this route is between $220 and $287. The current lowest deal is $174 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 25-Sep 29.

now $174

Low $220

High $287

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 $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

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Mar

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Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec

Direct flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Sun Country Airlines

Deutsche Luft Hansa

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

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$825

$297

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$613

$274

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Sun Country Airlines

$605

$239

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$468

$230

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$486

$239

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$602

$239

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

$825 → $297

64%

4 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 10

$605 → $239

60%

2 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 9

$602 → $239

60%

3 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 8

$613 → $274

55%

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

Minneapolis - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Recent fares are below the typical level, with 6% of deals considered good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the lowest median prices

Historically, August offers the lowest median price at $198 for Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 24m

Direct flights typically take 2 hours 24 minutes, while connecting flights average 7 hours 18 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

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

🏆 Airline highlight

Sun Country Airlines offers direct flights

Sun Country Airlines and Deutsche Luft Hansa offer direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for 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 Airport is a good option for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

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

💸 Flights from ~$191

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

Baltimore–Washington International is a good option for flights to the Washington, D.C. area.

📍 ~40 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$197

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International offers an extensive network and carrier competition, potentially leading to lower fares.

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

💸 Flights from ~$186

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

81% AI deal score

$1,123

$699

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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 between 28 and 59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $244. Booking within 0-6 days of departure usually results in a significantly higher average price of $459. Even booking more than 60 days out tends 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.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. include August, with a median price of $198, and December, with a median price of $215. September also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $218. The annual median price for this route is $330, indicating that these months offer notable savings.

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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: $220 - $287

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

The regular price range for this route is between $220 and $287. The current lowest deal is $174 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 25-Sep 29.

now $174

Low $220

High $287

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 $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

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Sun Country Airlines

Deutsche Luft Hansa

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

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$825

$297

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$613

$274

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Sun Country Airlines

$605

$239

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$468

$230

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$486

$239

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$602

$239

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

$825 → $297

64%

4 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 10

$605 → $239

60%

2 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 9

$602 → $239

60%

3 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 8

$613 → $274

55%

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