Dulles to Minneapolis (IAD–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IAD–MSP is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Sun Country Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 906 miles in approximately 2h 52m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: CM | 25 | 7M8, E7W | 2h36-2h51 | Star Alliance | CM | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, KE, VS, WS | 20 | CR9, E7W | 2h40-3h10 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, VS, WS | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 7 | 738 | 2h29-2h37 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Dulles
| Metric | IAD→MSP | DCA→MSP | BWI→MSP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAD | – | 23 mi | 45 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 108 | 122 | 84 |
| Flight time | 2h 52m | 2h 35m | 2h 34m |
| Departure OTP | 66% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAD: EDT · MSP: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 5:00 PM in Minneapolis.
WMATA Silver Line Metro now reaches Dulles directly; take Silver Line to Washington Dulles Airport station (about 65 min from Metro Center, ~$7). The connection opened in late 2022.Ride-shares from downtown DC run $35–60 and take 35–50 minutes via I-66 (longer during peak hours). Washington Flyer coach to Wiehle-Reston East Metro costs $6. The airport is 27 miles from downtown; taxis are expensive ($60–80).
Metro Blue Line from T1-Lindbergh to downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse/Hennepin) takes 25–28 minutes ($2.50). T2-Humphrey has its own Blue Line stop. Trains run frequently 5am–1am. Taxis from T1 to downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40; to St. Paul $30–45.Ride-hail pickup is on the ground level outside baggage claim. Rental car center is connected to T1 via the tram system. Mall of America (Bloomington) is 13 minutes by Blue Line; useful if connecting to suburban destinations. MSP is unusually well-integrated with regional transit for a US airport.
Humid continental climate. One of the coldest major hub airports in the United States. Winters are severe (−15 to −2°C, November–March) with heavy snow and extreme cold snaps. Delta's de-icing operation at MSP is among the largest in the US, but heavy blizzards cause ground stops and cascading delays. Wind chill below −30°C occurs multiple times each winter.
Summers are warm and pleasant (22–30°C) with occasional severe thunderstorms in June–August. Spring brings tornado risk in the broader region. MSP has a strong snow operations record. Cancellations happen, but the airport manages heavy snowfall better than many eastern hubs. Pack serious winter gear from November through March.
IAD–MSP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAD to MSP
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Sun Country Airlines. With 108 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAD to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAD to MSP is about 2 hours 52 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 906 miles (1,459 km). There are approximately 108 weekly flights outbound and 120 return, totaling 228 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Pittsburgh, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and Cincinnati Northern Kentucky. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Washington (DCA), Baltimore (BWI) and Charlottesville (CHO).