Cheap Flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Washington (DCA)

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to DCA?
Book your trip with Delta Air Lines and you'll be airborne for approximately 2 hours and 23 minutes. This airline operates a direct flight that takes off at 10:30AM from MSP and reaches National Airport at 1:53PM. Expedia has some epic flight deals, so find out what's available on this route today.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from MSP to National Airport last minute?
When it's time to book your flights, it pays to be prepared. While you may be able to find a last-minute deal on a MSP to National Airport flight, fares usually don't get cheaper as the departure date nears. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the sweet spot to lock in a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days in advance. For international trips it's three to four months.
What airline has the least delays from Wold–Chamberlain Field to National Airport?
Recording an on-time arrival score of 59%, Delta Air Lines is the carrier that's more likely to fly you from Wold–Chamberlain Field to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) without any hiccups. Flight delays can be an excuse to linger longer at the airport bar. However, they can also cause you to miss a vital connection that could ruin your entire vacation. Stay informed about delays by checking your flight status through the Expedia App well before you get to the airport. If you're already at your gate and the delay will significantly affect your plans, head to your airline's customer service desk for more information.
What airports do you fly into for Washington from Minneapolis - St. Paul?
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) and Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are your choices when taking off from Minneapolis - St. Paul to Washington. Around 6 kilometers south of the center of Washington, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is the city's main gateway. Think about things such as flight arrival and departure times and the distance to your hotel before deciding where you fly into. White House and United States Capitol are two leading attractions to explore when you arrive.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
For American Airlines flights jetting from Wold–Chamberlain Field to National Airport, the busiest time is between 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM. If you want to avoid any holdups, travel in the morning. This way you can escape the heavy air traffic that builds up as the day goes by.
Can I change the date of my flight from MSP to National Airport?
Expedia makes it easy to make amendments to your Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) trip yourself. Just go to the Expedia Trips portal and hit "change flight." Look for new flights and choose the one that works best with your plans. You'll see an estimate of any flight change fees. You can also head to our Customer Service portal to connect with our Virtual Agent and get answers to all your questions.

Travel information

Origin airport
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Distance
1485 km
Average flight time
3 hours 41 mins

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