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Wed, Aug 5
Washington, D.C. BWIMinneapolis MSP
£86
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Wed, Aug 5
Washington, D.C. IADMinneapolis MSP
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Thu, Aug 6
Washington, D.C. IADMinneapolis MSP
£95
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Sat, Aug 8
Washington, D.C. IADMinneapolis MSP
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Thu, Aug 6
Washington, D.C. BWIMinneapolis MSP
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Washington, D.C. BWIMinneapolis MSP
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How much do flights to Minneapolis cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£86

Cheapest nonstop round-trip

£160

Cheapest round-trip

£163

Average round-trip

£219

Nonstop flights in July

£82 – £370

Getting from Minneapolis airport to the city center

Fastest option: Light Rail (Blue Line). Best value: Metro Transit bus and Light Rail.

Minneapolis is served by Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), located approximately 16 km (10 miles) south of downtown Minneapolis. The airport offers convenient airport transfers to city center destinations via the METRO Blue Line light rail, public buses, taxis, ride-hailing services, and rental cars. The Light Rail provides a direct, affordable connection to downtown Minneapolis in about 25 minutes, making it a popular choice for travelers. Journey times by road vary depending on traffic conditions, particularly during rush hours.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

25-35 min

$2 – $2.50; standard fare; reduced fare available

every 10–15 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers to downtown

35-50 min

$2 – $2.50; standard fare

every 15–30 min (traffic dependent)

connecting neighborhoods

20-40 min

$35 – $55; metered; varies by traffic and destination

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

20-40 min

$25 – $50; surge pricing may apply

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

flexible pickup locations

20-40 min

$50 – $100; pre-booked; varies by provider

by reservation (traffic dependent)

groups and business travelers

20-40 min

$40 – $100; per day; varies by vehicle and provider

on-demand (traffic dependent)

exploring beyond the city

Notes:

  • Prices in USD; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • The METRO Blue Line connects both Terminal 1 (Lindbergh) and Terminal 2 (Humphrey) to downtown Minneapolis.
  • Taxis and ride-hailing services pick up at designated areas outside baggage claim at both terminals.
  • Road travel times vary significantly during rush hours (7–9 AM and 4–6 PM on weekdays).
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Minneapolis

Depart from
Washington Dulles International
Arrive to
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International
Average flights per week
399
Flight distance
1460 km

Weekly direct flights

Discover the top airlines offering direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis in the next month. You’ll find the number of daily direct flights per airline in the chart.

AirlineMon 13.07Tue 14.07Wed 15.07Thu 16.07Fri 17.07Sat 18.07Sun 19.07
United Airlines
222---222
Sun Country Airlines
1---11---22
Weekly flights: 19 totalDaily flights: 2.71 averageMost flights: Monday 2 flights
AirlineMon 20.07Tue 21.07Wed 22.07Thu 23.07Fri 24.07Sat 25.07Sun 26.07
United Airlines
2222221
Sun Country Airlines
1---13---11
Weekly flights: 20 totalDaily flights: 2.86 averageMost flights: Thursday 3 flights
AirlineMon 27.07Tue 28.07Wed 29.07Thu 30.07Fri 31.07Sat 01.08Sun 02.08
United Airlines
2222221
Sun Country Airlines
1---11112
Weekly flights: 20 totalDaily flights: 2.86 averageMost flights: Monday 2 flights
AirlineMon 03.08Tue 04.08Wed 05.08Thu 06.08Fri 07.08Sat 08.08Sun 09.08
United Airlines
---221222
Sun Country Airlines
---------2---11
Weekly flights: 15 totalDaily flights: 2.14 averageMost flights: Tuesday 2 flights

Check-in for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
United AirlinesUALUANo
Frontier AirlinesFFTF9No
Sun Country AirlinesSCXSYYes
JetBlue AirwaysJBUB6No
Air CanadaACAACYes

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Minneapolis

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January-5°C-13°C
February-3°C-11°C
March4°C-3°C
April11°C2°C
May19°C10°C
June25°C15°C
July28°C18°C
August27°C17°C
September23°C13°C
October14°C6°C
November5°C-1°C
December-2°C-8°C
Hottest Month
28°C
July
Coldest month
-13°C
January
Sunny days
267
days per year
Snow days
20
days per year

14 day forecast

Friday
17 Jul
57%
39°C23°C
24 Jul
36%
28°C21°C
Saturday
18 Jul
33°C21°C
25 Jul
17%
27°C16°C
Sunday
19 Jul
35°C21°C
26 Jul
27°C15°C
Monday
20 Jul
76%
33°C22°C
27 Jul
31°C17°C
Tuesday
21 Jul
28°C18°C
28 Jul
79%
27°C18°C
Wednesday
22 Jul
27°C14°C
29 Jul
57%
32°C20°C
Thursday
23 Jul
31°C17°C
30 Jul
34°C18°C

Minneapolis travel tips

Buy a doughnut from cute bright-hued hair ladies at Glam Doll Donuts in Minneapolis

If you like sweets, go to 2605 Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis and find Glam Doll Donuts. The tattooed ladies with bright-hued hair are glad to cook delicious doughnuts for you. You must try the Calendar Girl (salted caramel and chocolate) and Chart Topper (peanut butter and Sriracha hot sauce).

Be ready to hear prolonged vowels among locals in Minneapolis

When you speak to locals in Minneapolis, you will hear their features of speaking. They elongate certain vowels, especially "o." That is a cultural mark of Minneapolis. The phrase “um daa” is also common here when they want to express surprise.

Escape from the city to the Minneapolis Northwest Kampgrounds Of America

If you have a motor home or a tent, go to the Minneapolis Northwest Kampgrounds Of America. This large area of maples, oaks and lush lawns will help you to relax. Free Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, horseshoes, basketball, game room, hot showers, and self-service laundry facilities are at your disposal there.

Travelers usually depart from Washington Dulles International, Baltimore–Washington International, or Ronald Reagan Washington National when they travel from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Minneapolis is 1460 km. The most popular airlines for this route are United Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, JetBlue Airways, and Air Canada. Washington, D.C. and Minneapolis have 399 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis?

A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Washington, D.C. and Minneapolis takes around 2.8 hours.

What is the flight distance between Washington, D.C. and Minneapolis?

The flight distance between Washington, D.C. and Minneapolis is 1460 km.

What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Washington, D.C. and Minneapolis?

Several carriers operate flights between Washington, D.C. and Minneapolis. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Sun Country Airlines, United Airlines.

What are the most popular routes to and from Washington, D.C.?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Washington, D.C. and London, Orlando, Atlanta, Edinburgh, Los Angeles, Tampa, Mexico City, Miami, San Salvador, San Juan, Dallas, Istanbul, Denver, New Delhi, Guadalajara, Fort Lauderdale, Kathmandu, Manchester, Paris, Toronto.

What are the most popular routes to and from Minneapolis?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Minneapolis and London, Manchester, Mexico City, Guadalajara, Edmonton, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Bangkok, Phoenix, Edinburgh, Denver, New York, Vientiane, Orlando, Bogotá, Calgary, Toronto, Dallas, Santiago de Querétaro, Lima.

Which airports are there in Washington, D.C.?

Washington, D.C. is mainly served by Washington Dulles International. But there are other airports nearby, including Baltimore–Washington International, Ronald Reagan Washington National.

What airports are near Washington, D.C.?

The main airport in Washington, D.C. is Washington Dulles International. It is also served by Philadelphia International, Norfolk International, Richmond International, Atlantic City International, Lehigh Valley International, Trenton–Mercer, Harrisburg International, Salisbury–Ocean City–Wicomico Regional, Hagerstown Regional, Lancaster.

What airports are near Minneapolis?

The main airport in Minneapolis is Minneapolis–Saint Paul International. It is also served by Minneapolis–Saint Paul International, La Crosse Regional, Duluth International, Mason City Municipal, St. Cloud Regional, Rochester International, Chippewa Valley Regional, Brainerd Lakes Regional.

Which airlines fly between Washington, D.C. and Minneapolis?

Currently, you can fly between Washington, D.C. and Minneapolis with United Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Air Canada.

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