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Flight deals from Washington D.C. to Minneapolis

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Minneapolis? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £106. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Minneapolis.£53 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £53, select.
Minneapolis.£57 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £57, select.
Minneapolis.£67 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £67, select.
Minneapolis.£67 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £67, select.
Minneapolis.£67 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £67, select.
Minneapolis.£67 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £67, select.
Minneapolis.£74 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £74, select.
Minneapolis.£74 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £74, select.
Minneapolis.£116 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £116, select.
Minneapolis.£117 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £117, select.

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

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

Alternative Washington D.C. to Minneapolis routes

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

Minneapolis St Paul

7 miles from central Minneapolis
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Minneapolis Downtown

10 miles from central Minneapolis
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St Cloud

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

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£53
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week1,596

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

There are 3 airports in Minneapolis: Minneapolis St Paul, Minneapolis Downtown and St Cloud.
The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Minneapolis is £105. 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 49 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Minneapolis.
WestJet, Delta and American Airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Minneapolis.
As of April 2026, there are 1,596 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Minneapolis.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Minneapolis is usually April.
If you're flying from Washington D.C., the cheapest airport near Minneapolis is Minneapolis St Paul – which is 7.1 miles away from the centre of Minneapolis. We've found flights into this airport from £105.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Minneapolis on Thursday, 23 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 49 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 7°C. July is typically the warmest month in Minneapolis, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -16°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Minneapolis is Frontier Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Minneapolis Downtown Airport is Sun Country Airlines.

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

  • Start planning your trip by checking out the departure points for your flight from Washington DC to Minneapolis. Explore the options for taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), two of the city's main airports.

  • When it comes to where you'll hop off the plane, Minneapolis's primary entry point is Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).

  • Around 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Washington DC to Minneapolis flight.

  • Minneapolis is one hour behind Washington DC and observes the UTC-5 timezone.

  • The most popular route for flights from Washington DC to Minneapolis is from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). You can select from 48 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DCA to MSP is the 06:00 Delta Air Lines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last available departure is at 22:05 with American Airlines.

  • To ensure you make it on your Washington DC to Minneapolis flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Minneapolis

  • Currently, £53 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Minneapolis. The cheapest price for a return flight is £105. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap Washington DC to Minneapolis flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for finding a bargain.

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

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from Washington DC to Minneapolis couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.

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

Flying from Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • You can catch a direct flight from Washington DC to Minneapolis leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Begin your trip at DCA and arrive at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).

  • Reserve your Washington DC to Minneapolis plane tickets with Delta Air Lines. This carrier is a popular option for direct flights from DCA.

  • DCA is about 6 kms (4 miles) from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Washington DC to Minneapolis or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • When it comes to Ronald Reagan National Airport's on-time performance, 76.44% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Minneapolis departing Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Nonstop connections from IAD will take you to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).

  • Book your direct Washington DC to Minneapolis plane ticket with one of these top carriers that operate from IAD:

  • You can reach IAD from central Washington DC in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 40 kms (25 miles) or so.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Washington DC to Minneapolis, unwind in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:

  • When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74%.

  • IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • You can jump on a direct flight from Washington DC to Minneapolis jetting out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Book a ticket and travel straight through to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).

  • Reach new altitudes with any of these airlines that offer direct Washington DC to Minneapolis plane tickets from BWI:

  • From central Washington DC, BWI is around 40 kms (25 miles) away. It'll take you roughly 50 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.

  • Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Minneapolis flight:

  • Flights that depart from BWI touch down at their destination as scheduled 77.13% of the time.

Arriving in Minneapolis

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is approximately 13 kms (8 miles) from the centre of Minneapolis. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.

  • It typically takes 25 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • Consider booking a hotel near MSP if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Minneapolis. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and venture far and wide through Minneapolis and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Minneapolis flight.

  • MSP is situated at 6040 28th Avenue South.

Best time to go to Minneapolis

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Minneapolis, while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Minneapolis based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in a Washington DC to Minneapolis ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Minneapolis to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Washington DC to Minneapolis in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).

More about Minneapolis

Explore more of United States

  • Minneapolis has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 300 miles south-east of Minneapolis, a trip to Milwaukee will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.

  • If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in United States, consider Omaha, roughly 290 miles south-west of Minneapolis. Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park are among the biggest draws.

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