Flights from MSP to DCA

2 airlines fly nonstop from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (Minneapolis–Saint Paul) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (Washington, D.C.).

Distance: 929 mi
Nonstop flight: Varies
Time difference: +1h
Nonstop airlines: 2

Fares from MSP to DCA

Checking today’s fares with the airlines.

Nonstop flights

Airline	From	To
American Airlines	MSP Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport	DCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Delta Air Lines	MSP Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport	DCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.

Getting from the airport into Washington, D.C.

DCA

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

5 miles (8 km) from the city centre. 26.3 million passengers in 2024

How	Route	Cost
Subway	Metro Blue and Yellow lines from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport station, linked to Terminal 2 by pedestrian walkways	Metro fares $2.25-$6.75 at weekday peak by distance

Before you go

This is domestic travel for US citizens: no passport or visa is needed, but travelers 18 and over need a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID to fly.

Washington, D.C. is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis–Saint Paul. Washington, D.C. uses the US dollar (USD).

Read the Washington, D.C. guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from MSP to DCA?

Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.

Which airlines fly nonstop from MSP to DCA?

As of October 2026, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines fly this route nonstop.

How far is DCA from MSP?

About 929 miles (1,495 km) between the airports.

What is the time difference?

Washington, D.C. is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis–Saint Paul.

What ID do I need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

This is domestic travel for US citizens: no passport or visa is needed, but travelers 18 and over need a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID to fly.

How do I get from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport into Washington, D.C.?

Metro Blue and Yellow lines from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport station, linked to Terminal 2 by pedestrian walkways, Metro fares $2.25-$6.75 at weekday peak by distance.

Sources

Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.