Cheap Flights from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) to Washington Dulles (IAD)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Minneapolis St Paul to Washington Dulles flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Washington Dulles

Minneapolis St Paul to Washington Dulles: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Minneapolis St Paul to Washington, D.C. below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Washington Dulles.

Minneapolis to Washington, D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$61
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time2 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week147

Finding cheap flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Washington Dulles: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Washington Dulles is $133. 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 St Paul to Washington Dulles.
WestJet, Delta and SkyWest Airlines fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul to Washington Dulles.
There are 147 flights per week flying from Minneapolis St Paul to Washington Dulles, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Washington Dulles is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Washington Dulles Airport on Friday, June 20, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 30 minutes.
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.
Currently, Sun Country Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Washington Dulles.

Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Minneapolis.

  • Flights from MSP to IAD start at 06:14 — the earliest with Sun Country Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:10 with Delta Air Lines. Overall, you can choose from 49 weekly Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flights.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MSP to IAD flight.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, so jetting off to Washington DC (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • The majority of travelers choose to travel with Delta Air Lines on this route.

  • Sun Country Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for MSP to IAD flights, with 81.82% of services landing on schedule.

  • If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MSP and IAD:

    • General Mitchell International Airport

    • John Glenn Columbus International Airport

    • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • $61 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. Return flights start from $133. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • To get cheap tickets from MSP to IAD, book your trip seven months ahead of your departure.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from MSP to IAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.

Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.

  • 77.37% of flights that depart Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • To get to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport from central Minneapolis, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 miles from the airport to the city center.

  • The trip on public transport will take about 25 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to MSP? If you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC

  • The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

  • From Washington Dulles International Airport, Washington DC is approximately 35 miles away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the center by car.

  • When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.

When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Washington DC in January.

  • Lock in your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Washington DC during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 66ºF and 91ºF.

  • Look for cheap tickets from MSP to IAD in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºF and 50ºF on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done Washington DC, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 200 miles north-east to New York to check off its leading sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Philadelphia is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 120 miles north-east of Washington DC. No trip is complete without dropping by Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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