Dulles to Minneapolis (IAD–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAD–MSP is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and Sun Country Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 906 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 205 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, KE, VS, WS | 20 | E75L, E75S, E7W | 3h01-3h13 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, VS, WS | |
| UA United Airlines Also: CM | 14 | 73G, E75L, E7W | 2h43-2h53 | Star Alliance | CM | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 9 | 738 | 2h40 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
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 | 95 | 105 | 107 |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 2h 34m | 2h 38m |
| Departure OTP | 95% | – | – |
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 Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines and United Airlines. With 95 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAD to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAD to MSP ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes to 3 hours 13 minutes. The route covers a distance of 906 miles (1,459 km). There are approximately 95 weekly flights outbound and 85 return, totaling 180 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
205 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CPS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Washington (DCA), Baltimore (BWI) and Richmond (RIC).