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$60+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Minneapolis (MSP)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MSP
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in July or June, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$162
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One-way from

$60
(Frontier)

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December

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July

Average price

$397
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/317:18 pmBWI - MSP
1 stop17h 59mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/34:41 pmMSP - BWI
1 stop24h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$208
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/257:00 amDCA - MSP
1 stop12h 56mFrontier
Tue 1/76:00 amMSP - DCA
1 stop10h 02mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$238
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:37 pmBWI - MSP
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/74:41 pmMSP - BWI
1 stop14h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:37 amDCA - MSP
Nonstop2h 52mDelta
Fri 1/38:25 pmMSP - DCA
Nonstop2h 32mDelta
Deal found 12/17$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:07 amIAD - MSP
Nonstop3h 02mDelta
Tue 1/78:05 pmMSP - IAD
Nonstop2h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/17$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/275:13 pmDCA - MSP
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/95:24 amMSP - DCA
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/305:00 amIAD - MSP
1 stop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/76:00 amMSP - IAD
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/259:00 amIAD - MSP
Nonstop2h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/46:00 amMSP - IAD
1 stop4h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$369
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:55 amDCA - MSP
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Fri 1/35:20 amMSP - DCA
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$423
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/181:42 pmBWI - MSP
1 stop21h 45mFrontier
Fri 12/205:45 amMSP - BWI
1 stop6h 41mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$424
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/313:10 pmBWI - MSP
Nonstop2h 50mDelta
Fri 1/310:36 amMSP - BWI
Nonstop2h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/17$469
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3112:20 pmBWI - MSP
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
Thu 1/26:05 pmMSP - BWI
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$470

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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BaltimoreMinneapolis

BWI - MSP

BWIMSP

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/9

9:15 am-9:33 am

1 stop25h 18m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/13

6:00 am-6:59 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$162

BaltimoreMinneapolis

BWI - MSP

BWIMSP

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 2/1

5:45 am-10:19 pm

1 stop17h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/4

6:00 am-5:03 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$166

BaltimoreMinneapolis

BWI - MSP

BWIMSP

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/22

12:30 pm-2:16 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/25

12:06 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$167

BaltimoreMinneapolis

BWI - MSP

BWIMSP

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/23

9:20 pm-9:44 am

1 stop13h 24m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/26

10:59 am-7:51 am

1 stop19h 52m

$168

Washington, D.C.Minneapolis

DCA - MSP

DCAMSP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/23

7:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop27h 20m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/26

6:00 am-12:06 pm

1 stop29h 06m

$198

Washington, D.C.Minneapolis

IAD - MSP

IADMSP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/6

6:57 pm-9:44 am

1 stop15h 47m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/9

10:59 am-5:20 pm

1 stop29h 21m

$218

Washington, D.C.Minneapolis

IAD - MSP

IADMSP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/25

11:20 am-1:07 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/28

7:20 am-10:43 am

Nonstop2h 23m

$224

Washington, D.C.Minneapolis

DCA - MSP

DCAMSP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/10

6:59 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/17

7:21 am-11:00 am

Nonstop2h 39m

$229

Washington, D.C.Minneapolis

IAD - MSP

IADMSP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/16

6:05 am-8:06 am

Nonstop3h 01m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/22

8:05 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$229

Washington, D.C.Minneapolis

IAD - MSP

IADMSP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/18

9:00 am-10:52 am

Nonstop2h 52m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/20

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop4h 48m

$239

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Minneapolis flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Minneapolis from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

The most flights from WAS to MSP are scheduled on a Monday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Minneapolis by month

Plan your trip to Minneapolis by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Minneapolis ranges from 0.8 - 4.3 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.3 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Minneapolis when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Minneapolis by month

Plan your trip to Minneapolis by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Minneapolis, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Minneapolis. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
829 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Minneapolis from Washington, D.C.?

    If you book a flight to Minneapolis from Washington, D.C., you will be flying to Minneapolis St Paul, which is the city’s only airport. Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is located 7.3 mi from the center of Minneapolis. There are 17 flights from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis St Paul per day from 7 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis round-trip?

    Currently priced at $166, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Sun Country Air and Frontier - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $167 and $168, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 42% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis are Frontier ($60), Spirit Airlines ($66), and Sun Country Air ($68).

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

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis are Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Minneapolis St Paul, Baltimore/Washington - Minneapolis St Paul and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Minneapolis St Paul.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis are Endeavor Airlines (100%), Scandinavian Airlines (100%) and United Airlines (96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis?

    On average you can expect to pay $604 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis. The cheapest flight overall is $117 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Minneapolis St Paul) is currently priced at $158.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Minneapolis. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$68Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$96Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$146Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$168Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$191Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$198Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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