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Cheapest round-trip
$204
Typical prices: $279-$421
Delta
Tue 9/18Fri 9/21
MSP - DCA • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$204
Typical prices: $280-$425
Delta
Tue 10/2Sun 10/7
MSP - DCA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta and American Airlines. Average duration is 2h 33m
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Most punctual • 80% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 13% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $229 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Reagan-National (MSP-DCA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Reagan-National

Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
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2:44 pm - 6:09 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 25mnonstop
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6:05 am - 7:47 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
2h 42mnonstop
$204Delta
Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 21
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8:31 pm - 11:59 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 28mnonstop
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6:05 am - 7:42 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
2h 37mnonstop
$204Delta
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
Frontier Logo
2:33 pm - 9:59 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 pm - 12:08 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$206Frontier
Thu, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 14
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7:00 am - 9:59 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
13h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 1:41 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 41m1 stop Denver Intl
$206Frontier
Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:08 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:30 am - 2:19 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$210United Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Oct 13
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:08 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:05 pm - 5:59 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$210United Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 5
American Airlines Logo
7:52 am - 11:40 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 48mnonstop
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5:00 am - 9:13 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 13m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$211American Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Tue, Sep 29
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6:13 am - 1:38 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:57 pm - 10:52 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
2h 55mnonstop
$211American Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
Southwest Logo
6:20 pm - 11:55 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:05 am - 10:30 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
$215Southwest
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 2
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5:10 am - 1:50 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:55 pm - 11:20 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 25m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
$215Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport start at $204. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $279 to $421. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $204 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 30% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport at $297 round-trip.
  • June ($389) and July ($375) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 30% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Minneapolis to Reagan-National

 
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Harriet Baskas

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DCA and MSP

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$117
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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Your Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Minneapolis and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • American Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $229 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $340 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    On the Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 30%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $313 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $443: a $130 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 20 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights, with 51% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 37%, afternoon flights for 12%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:33 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:32 pm and lands at 11:05 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 33m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 14% above the route average of $339. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport takes 2h 33m, covering 928 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $204 to $1,456. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $157, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 53m, compared with 4h 57m via Lambert-St Louis (STL) and 5h 05m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA)?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Sixt
    · Dollar
    · Thrifty
    · Alamo
    · Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport range from $279 to $421, with an average of $339 over the past 12 months. Anything below $279 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights:

    • • Delta
    • • American Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $313 - about $130 less than Sunday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $297 round-trip in that month - typically $92 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Delta is the strongest pick on this route. 80% of Delta flights from Minneapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 80%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 20 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $229 round-trip on this route - about $111 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.
    - Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    - Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf
    - Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG

Prefer to fly direct from Minneapolis to Reagan Washington National Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Minneapolis St Paul to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Minneapolis St Paul

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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