Washington, D.C.

$99+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

MSP — WAS
Dec 5 — Dec 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Washington, D.C. are usually found in November or May, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Thu 12/175:44 pm -
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Sun 2/76:37 am -
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Deal found 11/4$196
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Deal found 11/4$196
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Deal found 11/4$197
Wed 11/257:54 pm -
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Deal found 11/4$198
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Deal found 11/4$198
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Deal found 11/3$199
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Mon 12/216:05 pm -
1 stop7h 36m
Deal found 11/2$199
Fri 11/277:50 am -
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Mon 12/2110:28 pm -
1 stop20h 51m
Deal found 11/3$200
Thu 11/198:20 am -
Nonstop2h 26m
Mon 11/239:35 pm -
1 stop15h 12m
Deal found 11/1$201
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Deal found 11/2$201
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Wed 12/212:06 pm -
1 stop27h 39m
Deal found 11/4$202
Mon 11/2310:39 am -
1 stop9h 22m
Fri 11/276:05 am -
1 stop12h 04m
Deal found 11/1$203

Find flight deals from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$196
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$99
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$282

Good round-trip deal

$205 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Minneapolis St Paul-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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From Minneapolis St Paul to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($2 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($2 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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MinneapolisWashington, D.C.

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

MSPDCA

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 12/1

2:10 pm-12:48 pm

1 stop21h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$124
Quickest round-trip

MinneapolisWashington, D.C.

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

MSPIAD

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/2

8:25 am-11:48 am

Nonstop2h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$139

MinneapolisWashington, D.C.

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

MSPDCA

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 12/13

7:55 am-7:55 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$174

MinneapolisWashington, D.C.

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

MSPIAD

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 12/12

6:45 am-8:28 pm

2 stops12h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$176

MinneapolisWashington, D.C.

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

MSPIAD

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/27

8:15 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$189

MinneapolisWashington, D.C.

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

MSPDCA

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/15

2:33 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop20h 36m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$189

MinneapolisWashington, D.C.

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

MSPDCA

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 12/29

6:00 am-11:34 am

1 stop4h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$199

MinneapolisWashington, D.C.

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

MSPDCA

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 12/21

6:25 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/28

7:47 am-9:39 am

Nonstop2h 52m

$203

MinneapolisWashington, D.C.

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

MSPDCA

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 12/18

6:55 am-3:40 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$204

MinneapolisWashington, D.C.

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

MSPIAD

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 12/5

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop4h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/8

8:40 am-10:29 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$208

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Minneapolis-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Minneapolis-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Minneapolis-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. (average of $291). Flying from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $359). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSP to WAS?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

The most flights from MSP to WAS are scheduled on a Wednesday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $225 and $395 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $196 on Frontier (Dec 17-Feb 7).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

Atlanta (ATL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $329.

What’s the fastest layover option from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 14m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 09m.

How often are flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Minneapolis and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

The price you pay for your flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. flights

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Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 7.3 mi from the city center, Minneapolis St Paul is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Minneapolis. Booking flights from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 18 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 7 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    For as low as $228, Delta can have you in Washington, D.C. from Minneapolis in 2h 26m. The distance between Minneapolis and Washington, D.C. is about 905 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Currently priced at $97, Sun Country Air will fly you from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Sun Country Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $110 and $199, respectively. These flights start at 68% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $76. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sun Country Air and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. are Mesa Airlines (100%), United Airlines (99%) and Brussels Airlines (97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay $384, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $157. The most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), is priced around $157.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. (average of $291). Flying from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $359). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$97Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$110Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$127Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$182Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$195Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$199Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$229Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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