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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Minneapolis to Washington D.C.? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £104. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..£47 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £47, select.
Washington D.C..£56 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £56, select.
Washington D.C..£58 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £58, select.
Washington D.C..£58 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £58, select.
Washington D.C..£58 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £58, select.
Washington D.C..£58 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £58, select.
Washington D.C..£69 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £69, select.
Washington D.C..£73 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £73, select.
Washington D.C..£82 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £82, select.
Washington D.C..£97 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Mar.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £97, select.
Washington D.C..£114 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £114, select.
Washington D.C..£114 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £114, select.
Washington D.C..£196 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £196, select.
Washington D.C..£332 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £332, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Washington D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Minneapolis to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
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Apr
from £47
May
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Jun
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Jul
from £58
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Direct flights from Minneapolis to Washington D.C.

Alternative Minneapolis to Washington D.C. routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Minneapolis to Washington D.C.? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Washington Ronald Reagan

3 miles from central Washington D.C.
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from £47
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Camp Springs Andrews AFB

11 miles from central Washington D.C.
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Washington Dulles

23 miles from central Washington D.C.
from £56
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Baltimore Washington International

27 miles from central Washington D.C.
from £52
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Manassas

29 miles from central Washington D.C.
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Minneapolis to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£47
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 31 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week393

Finding cheap flights from Minneapolis to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Minneapolis to Washington D.C. is £104. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Minneapolis to Washington D.C..
WestJet, American Airlines and Delta fly direct from Minneapolis to Washington D.C..
As of March 2026, there are 393 flights per week flying from Minneapolis to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Washington D.C. is usually April.
If you're flying from Minneapolis, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Ronald Reagan – which is 3.4 miles away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from £104.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Minneapolis to Washington D.C. on Friday, 24 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Washington D.C. is Frontier Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Camp Springs Andrews AFB Airport is Sun Country Airlines.

Flying from Minneapolis to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Minneapolis's main airport is Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Explore your options for leaving from this base when reserving your flights from Minneapolis to Washington DC.

  • When it comes to touching down in Washington DC, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is a major hub. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is another.

  • Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Minneapolis to Washington DC flight.

  • Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, making Washington DC one hour ahead of Minneapolis.

  • With 48 weekly flights between the two airports, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Minneapolis to Washington DC with American Airlines at 05:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from MSP to DCA is with Delta Air Lines at 20:32.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Minneapolis to Washington DC flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Washington DC

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Washington DC is £47. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £104. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • To secure cheap Minneapolis to Washington DC flights, reserve your trip two months ahead of your planned departure.

  • May is the best month for landing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Minneapolis to Washington DC. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Washington DC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Minneapolis to Washington DC flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from Minneapolis

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • You can travel directly to Washington DC leaving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Here are some airports you can reach without stops when searching for a flight from Minneapolis to Washington DC:

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Direct Minneapolis to Washington DC plane tickets are available from numerous airlines at MSP. Take flight with one of these carriers:

  • MSP is around 11 kms (7 miles) from central Minneapolis. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.

  • In search of a handy hotel close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis to Washington DC, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

  • Of the flights that depart from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.

Arriving in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kms (3 miles) away.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Minneapolis to Washington DC. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and experience more of Washington DC and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, book your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks ahead of your Minneapolis to Washington DC flight.

  • The street address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Once your flight from Minneapolis to Washington DC has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is approximately 40 kms (25 miles) from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 10 minutes or so.

  • After your flight from Minneapolis to Washington DC, rest your head at a hotel near IAD. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and get going in the blink of an eye.

  • Score the best price by securing your ride from IAD one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.

  • You'll find Washington Dulles International Airport at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Make your way into the city centre after your flight from Minneapolis to Washington DC has touched down. Central Washington DC is around 40 kms (25 miles) from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and takes roughly 50 minutes to get there in a car.

  • The journey will take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by checking in to a hotel near BWI after your Minneapolis to Washington DC flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply take a moment to find your footing in a new place at:

  • Begin your travels without stressing over how to reach your next stop with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with reliable names here like Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.

  • Around two weeks before your flight from Minneapolis to Washington DC is a good time to book your vehicle from BWI. You're more likely to land a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Minneapolis to Washington DC, while February is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Washington DC based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When booking your Minneapolis to Washington DC tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Washington DC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • Washington DC has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 200 miles north-east of Washington DC, a trip to New York will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Around 120 miles north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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