Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport
36.2 million passengers in 2024
| How | Route | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Train | METRO Blue Line light rail to downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse District) | about 25m |
Flights from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis–Saint Paul
5 airlines fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis–Saint Paul.
- Distance
- 931 mi
- Nonstop flight
- Varies
- Time difference
- −1h
- Nonstop airlines
- 5
Fares from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis–Saint Paul
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
Nonstop flights
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines | IAD Washington Dulles International Airport | MSP Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport |
| Sun Country AirlinesSeasonal | IAD Washington Dulles International Airport | MSP Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport |
| United Airlines | IAD Washington Dulles International Airport | MSP Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport |
| American Airlines | DCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | MSP Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport |
| Delta Air Lines | DCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | MSP Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport |
| Southwest Airlines | BWI Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | MSP Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport |
| Delta Air Lines | BWI Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | MSP Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport |
| Sun Country Airlines | BWI Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | MSP Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
Getting from the airport into Minneapolis–Saint Paul
Before you go
No passport or visa is needed for domestic travel, but a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID is required to fly within the US.
Minneapolis–Saint Paul is 1 hour behind Washington, D.C.. Minneapolis–Saint Paul uses the US dollar (USD).
Read the Minneapolis–Saint Paul guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
Which airlines fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?
As of October 2026, Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines, United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly this route nonstop.
Which airports do nonstop flights use?
Nonstop flights leave from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and arrive at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP).
How far is Minneapolis–Saint Paul from Washington, D.C.?
About 931 miles (1,499 km), measured between the city centres.
What is the time difference?
Minneapolis–Saint Paul is 1 hour behind Washington, D.C..
What ID do I need to fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?
No passport or visa is needed for domestic travel, but a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID is required to fly within the US.
How do I get from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport into Minneapolis–Saint Paul?
METRO Blue Line light rail to downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse District), about 25 minutes.
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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.