- Must visit
National Air and Space Museum
This world-class museum presents aviation and space history through iconic aircraft, spacecraft, and hands-on science exhibits.
Flights from Minneapolis, MN to Washington, DC depart on average 68 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at kr789 if you book in advance.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:45. The fastest flight covers the 931 miles (1499 km) distance in 2h 20m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 931 miles (1499 km) |
Average flight duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price kr789 |
Flights per day 68 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 2h 20m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price on Sep 20
kr5140
Average ticket price on Sep 20
kr6162
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 2 m
Flights on Sep 20
54
Distance
1499 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Minneapolis, MN to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Minneapolis, MN to Washington, DC will cost around kr6162 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr5140.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 54 flights from Minneapolis, MN to Washington, DC, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct flights cover the 1499 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the longest flights will take 4 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
UA2460 · UA1720
UA2790 · UA1557
UA2773 · UA2653
UA1531 · UA1557
UA2041 · UA1362
UA2169
AA5391
AA5652
AA5183
UA1531 · UA1557Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Minneapolis, MN to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr1649 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr1649, while a flight costs an average of kr6240.
Distance: 931 miles (1499 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr6240 Average price | kr4534 Average price | kr1649 Average price Cheapest | kr3112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 43m Average total duration Fastest 5h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 26h 12m Average total duration 25h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30h 37m Average total duration 30h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Minneapolis, MN to Washington, DC:
A bus is kr2885 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Minneapolis, MN to Washington, DC costing on average kr4534.
A bus is kr4591 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Minneapolis, MN to Washington, DC costing on average kr6240.
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 25h 42m.
Bus takes on average 30h 7m.
The table below shows live departures for Minneapolis, MN to Washington, DC flights for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UA2041 · UA789 | 5:45 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 8h18 | 3:03 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2041 · UA1362 | 5:45 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 8h31 | 3:16 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2041 · UA1101 | 5:45 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 6h45 | 1:30 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA307 | 6:00 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h08 | 12:08 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA307 · UA2277 | 6:00 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 4h52 | 11:52 AM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1395 · AA2399 | 6:00 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 6h43 | 1:43 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1011 · AA523 | 6:13 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 4h41 | 11:54 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1011 · AA789 | 6:13 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 9h16 | 4:29 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1011 · AA315 | 6:13 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h45 | 12:58 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1011 · AA1200 | 6:13 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 6h25 | 1:38 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1011+ AA4253 | 6:13 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h36 | 12:49 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1870 · UA4380 | 6:15 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h09 | 2:24 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA894 · AA2733 | 7:25 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h32 | 1:57 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA894 · AA2839 | 7:25 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h34 | 3:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2460 · UA2366 | 7:35 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h47 | 4:22 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2460 · UA654 | 7:35 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h29 | 4:04 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2460 · UA1720 | 7:35 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h53 | 4:28 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5391 | 7:52 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 2h48 | 11:40 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA2773 · UA567 · UA452 | 8:00 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h20 | 4:20 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2773 · UA2389 · UA780 | 8:00 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h25 | 4:25 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2773 · UA2798 | 8:00 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 4h55 | 1:55 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2773 · UA2653 | 8:00 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 4h58 | 1:58 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1891 · UA2853 | 8:45 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 8h07 | 5:52 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA489+ AA4162 | 9:16 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 9h50 | 8:06 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4758+ AA4162 | 9:16 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h30 | 5:46 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3530 · UA3477 | 10:32 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h12 | 4:44 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3530 · UA4486 | 10:32 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h26 | 4:58 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1672 · AA2002 | 11:08 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 6h05 | 6:13 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1672 · AA2855 | 11:08 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h25 | 7:33 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1672+ AA5447 | 11:08 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h23 | 5:31 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1672 · AA3121 | 11:08 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h33 | 5:41 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA576 · UA1314 | 11:30 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 4h33 | 5:03 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA576 · UA1502 · UA4041 | 11:30 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 9h00 | 9:30 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA576 · UA1349 · UA3667 | 11:30 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 8h43 | 9:13 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA576 · UA2737 | 11:30 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h52 | 6:22 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6211 · UA1278 | 12:05 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h50 | 8:55 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6211 · UA2388 | 12:05 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h51 | 8:56 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5347 · AA5265 | 12:42 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h18 | 9:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2790 · UA1747 · UA4041 | 1:16 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h14 | 9:30 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2790 · UA5785 · UA3667 | 1:16 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 6h57 | 9:13 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1305 · UA421 | 1:41 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 6h27 | 9:08 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2448+ AA4663 | 2:26 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 6h04 | 9:30 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2448 · AA514 | 2:26 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h34 | 9:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2448 · AA489 | 2:26 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 4h40 | 8:06 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1671 · AA1954 | 3:01 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h29 | 9:30 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1671 · AA2432 | 3:01 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h59 | 10:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1671 · AA1318 | 3:01 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h19 | 9:20 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1671 · AA2608 | 3:01 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 6h50 | 10:51 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1671 · AA1269 | 3:01 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h58 | 11:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1531 · UA2202 | 3:21 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h06 | 9:27 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1531 · UA1557 | 3:21 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h08 | 9:29 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1531 · UA1369 | 3:21 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 4h48 | 9:09 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA658 · UA2160 | 5:15 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 4h39 | 10:54 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA535+ AA4228 | 5:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h00 | 11:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
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This world-class museum presents aviation and space history through iconic aircraft, spacecraft, and hands-on science exhibits.
Housed in a Beaux-Arts building, this museum explores natural wonders with dinosaurs, gems, fossils, and global biodiversity.
A landmark museum documenting African American history and culture through powerful exhibitions, artifacts, and storytelling.
The National Mall is Washington's grand civic promenade, lined with museums, memorials, and classic views ideal for first-time visitors.
Georgetown charms with historic streets, rowhouses, waterfront paths, and independent shops that make it one of the city's best walking areas.
The Tidal Basin loop offers famous cherry blossoms, water views, and easy access to several of Washington's most iconic memorials.
Half-smoke sausage, usually smoked pork and beef, served on a bun with chili, mustard, and onions. It is DC's signature street food, strongly tied to Ben's Chili Bowl.
Jumbo slice is an oversized late-night pizza slice popular in Adams Morgan. It is a recognizable DC nightlife food known for its huge foldable portions.
Mumbo sauce is a sweet tangy red sauce commonly served with fried chicken and wings at DC carryouts. It is a beloved local condiment with roots in Black DC food culture.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant focused on Mid-Atlantic ingredients and refined tasting menus in an elegant, contemporary dining room.
Polished seafood institution at the municipal fish market, best known for regional oysters, crab cakes, and classic Chesapeake flavors.
Historic casual landmark famous for half-smokes, chili, and a classic diner feel. A must for trying DC's best-known street food tradition.
DC is pricier than many US cities. Hotels and dining run high in central areas, but Metro and many free museums help balance daily travel costs.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Minneapolis, MN to Washington, DC by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Minneapolis, MN to Washington, DC flights use the Saint Paul International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport airport pair, with some services landing at Dulles International Airport. Use this guide to compare Minneapolis, MN and Washington, DC airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Saint Paul International Airport is 11 km from Minneapolis city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint Paul International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Numerous dining options available in both terminals.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminals. ATMs are aTMs located in both terminals.
Ticket office support is available at Saint Paul International Airport.
Available at Saint Paul International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint Paul International Airport: Facilities accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Ronald Reagan National Airport is 4 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Ronald Reagan National Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in all terminals, offering American, Italian, and fast food options; top choices include Legal Sea Foods and Five Guys.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport, near ticketingas and baggage claim.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ronald Reagan National Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ronald Reagan National Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ronald Reagan National Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels within walking distance, including the Crystal Gateway Marriott..
Dulles International Airport is 3 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Dulles International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants located in all concourses; options include fast food, cafes, and sit-down dining like Five Guys and Chipotle.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dulles International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dulles International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dulles International Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby include Washington Dulles Airport Marriott within walking distance..
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