- Must visit
Walker Art Center
Major contemporary art museum with acclaimed architecture, rotating exhibitions, and one of the top collections in the region.
Flights from Washington, DC to Minneapolis, MN depart on average 57 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $139 (€112) but you can travel from only $99 (€80) by bus.
There are 3 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 36m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 931 miles (1499 km) |
Average flight duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $139 (€112) |
Flights per day 57 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 2h 36m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Cheapest price on Sep 06
$233
Average ticket price on Sep 06
$362
Fastest journey on Sep 06
6 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
7 h 11 m
Flights on Sep 06
2
Distance
1499 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Washington, DC to Minneapolis, MN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Minneapolis, MN will cost around $362 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $233.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 2 flights from Washington, DC to Minneapolis, MN, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct flights cover the 1499 km distance in an average of 7 h 11 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the longest flights will take 8 h 7 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Minneapolis, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $165 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $165, while a flight costs an average of $594.
Distance: 931 miles (1499 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$594 Average price | $486 Average price | $165 Average price Cheapest | $317 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 18m Average total duration Fastest 5h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 29h 42m Average total duration 29h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28h 42m Average total duration 28h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 37m 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 Washington, DC to Minneapolis, MN:
A bus is $321 (€260) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Minneapolis, MN costing on average $486 (€393).
A bus is $429 (€347) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Minneapolis, MN costing on average $594 (€480).
Other travel options to Minneapolis, MN take longer:
Bus takes on average 28h 12m.
Train takes on average 29h 12m.
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Minneapolis, MN flights for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AA2007 · AA1668 | 5:00 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 10h23 | 2:23 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4167 · UA424 | 6:00 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 10h58 | 3:58 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1708 · AA1671 | 6:00 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 8h06 | 1:06 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA396 · UA2805 | 6:05 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 5h20 | 10:25 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1998 · UA424 | 6:15 AM Dulles International Airport | 10h43 | 3:58 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1555 · UA2805 | 6:15 AM Dulles International Airport | 5h10 | 10:25 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1521 · AA1671 | 6:16 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 7h50 | 1:06 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1793 · UA2805 | 6:30 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h55 | 10:25 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2620 · AA1671 | 6:33 AM Dulles International Airport | 7h33 | 1:06 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2304+ AA3552 | 8:05 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h52 | 12:57 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2164 · UA215 | 8:10 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 4h55 | 12:05 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4530 · UA424 | 8:20 AM Dulles International Airport | 8h38 | 3:58 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1775 · UA215 | 8:20 AM Dulles International Airport | 4h45 | 12:05 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2412 · UA732 | 8:30 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 9h16 | 4:46 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1518 · AA1671 | 8:32 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h34 | 1:06 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2604 | 9:00 AM Dulles International Airport | 2h36 | 10:36 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA2607+ AA4941 | 9:07 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 6h25 | 2:32 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2607+ AA3552 | 9:07 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h50 | 12:57 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1865 · UA732 | 10:10 AM Dulles International Airport | 7h36 | 4:46 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1200+ AA4941 | 10:18 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h14 | 2:32 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1200+ AA4780 | 10:18 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 8h11 | 5:29 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2774 · UA467 | 10:30 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h49 | 2:19 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4446 · UA424 | 10:34 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 6h24 | 3:58 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1252 · UA467 | 10:35 AM Dulles International Airport | 4h44 | 2:19 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2023+ AA4780 | 11:35 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 6h54 | 5:29 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3762 · AA3551 | 12:41 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 9h48 | 9:29 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4780+ AA3762 | 12:41 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 5h48 | 5:29 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1535 · UA1872 | 12:57 PM Dulles International Airport | 11h04 | 11:01 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA841 · UA1121 | 1:00 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 5h59 | 5:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2194 · UA1872 | 1:15 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 10h46 | 11:01 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1177 · AA3149 | 1:49 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 10h03 | 10:52 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1126 · UA2076 | 2:43 PM Dulles International Airport | 7h06 | 8:49 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA808+ AA3551 | 2:44 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 7h45 | 9:29 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4560 · UA1331 | 2:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 9h58 | 11:57 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2040 · AA2176 | 3:04 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 7h53 | 9:57 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2095 · UA1872 | 3:04 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 8h57 | 11:01 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1637+ AA3551 | 3:41 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 6h48 | 9:29 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1490 · UA667 | 4:15 PM Dulles International Airport | 8h43 | 11:58 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA746 · UA667 | 4:20 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 8h38 | 11:58 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA365 · UA667 | 4:22 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 8h36 | 11:58 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5390 | 4:30 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h54 | 6:24 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1785 · UA1872 | 4:38 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 7h23 | 11:01 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1414 · AA3149 | 4:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 6h53 | 10:52 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4615+ AA5248 | 4:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h54 | 9:53 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA654 · UA2005 | 5:10 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h42 | 9:52 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2497 · UA2005 | 5:15 PM Dulles International Airport | 5h37 | 9:52 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1189 · AA1311 | 5:23 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 8h01 | 12:24 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1189+ AA3551 | 5:23 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h06 | 9:29 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA599 · UA667 | 5:26 PM Dulles International Airport | 7h32 | 11:58 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2182 · AA2176 | 5:35 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h22 | 9:57 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA590 · UA2005 | 5:40 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 5h12 | 9:52 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3610 · UA1331 | 5:45 PM Dulles International Airport | 7h12 | 11:57 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4180 · UA1331 | 5:55 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 7h02 | 11:57 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2148 · UA2005 | 5:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h53 | 9:52 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2903 · AA1311 | 8:09 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h15 | 12:24 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1311+ AA3731 | 8:10 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 5h14 | 12:24 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Discover the best of Minneapolis, MN — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Minneapolis, MN trip today.
Major contemporary art museum with acclaimed architecture, rotating exhibitions, and one of the top collections in the region.
Smithsonian-affiliated history museum inside Mill City Museum, exploring Minneapolis industry, flour, and riverfront development.
Leading fine arts museum with global collections, period rooms, and strong Native, Asian, and modern works.
Famous urban sculpture garden with the Spoonbridge and Cherry, linking art, skyline views, and easy walking paths.
Lakeside park with beaches, trails, and classic Minneapolis scenery; ideal for walks, biking, and sunset views.
Historic riverfront district with cobbled character, trails, bridges, and excellent views of the Mississippi and downtown.
The iconic Minnesota hot dish: ground beef, vegetables, cream soup, and tater tots baked until crisp. A beloved Upper Midwest comfort food common at family gatherings.
A Scandinavian potato flatbread central to Minnesota holiday tables. It reflects the region’s strong Nordic heritage and is often served with butter or sugar.
Minnesota’s famous wild rice soup combines nutty native wild rice with cream, vegetables, and often chicken. It highlights an ingredient deeply tied to the state.
Acclaimed fine-dining destination showcasing Minnesota ingredients with refined tasting menus. Elegant, polished, and nationally respected.
Long-running restaurant known for excellent walleye and classic supper-club style. Comfortable setting near Minnehaha Falls.
Legendary South Minneapolis tavern famous for the original Juicy Lucy. Casual, lively, and essential for a classic local burger experience.
Moderate for a major US city. Hotels, dining, and attractions are mid-priced, while transit is affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or $1 at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Minneapolis, MN 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 Minneapolis, MN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Washington, DC to Minneapolis, MN flights use the Ronald Reagan National Airport to Saint Paul International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Minneapolis, MN airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
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..
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.
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