Minneapolis to Dulles (MSP–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MSP–IAD 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 1h 44m. Beyond nonstop, 194 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, KE, SK, VS | 20 | E7W | 2h32-2h37 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, SK, VS | |
| UA United Airlines Also: CM, SN | 14 | 73G, E75L, E7W | 2h27-2h35 | Star Alliance | CM, SN | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 10 | 738 | 2h06-2h21 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dulles from Minneapolis
| Metric | MSP→IAD | STC→IAD | LSE→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MSP | – | 62 mi | 119 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 86 | – | – |
| Flight time | 1h 44m | 2h 6m | 1h 45m |
| Departure OTP | 96% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MSP: CDT · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 7:00 PM in Dulles.
Metro Blue Line light rail runs from downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse District/Hennepin station) to T1-Lindbergh in 25–28 minutes ($2.50). The line also connects the Mall of America (Bloomington) in 13 minutes to the same station. T2-Humphrey (primarily Sun Country and charter flights) requires a free shuttle from T1 or a direct Blue Line stop at the Terminal 2-Humphrey station.Taxis and ride-hails from downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40 and take 15–30 minutes. The airport is conveniently close to both downtowns; St. Paul is 10–15 minutes by car.
Silver Line Metro runs from Washington Dulles Airport station to Metro Center in about 65 minutes (~$7). The route bypasses I-66 and I-495 congestion entirely. Washington Flyer coach also runs to Wiehle-Reston East station ($6, 15 min) for Metro connection.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown DC cost $55–80 and take 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental facilities are on-site. Dulles is 27 miles west of the Capitol; it is farther than either DCA or BWI from central DC.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (30–36°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Winters bring cold temperatures (−3 to 5°C) with snow and ice. The Virginia suburbs accumulate more snow than downtown DC, and ice storms are the primary disruption risk.
Dulles sits at higher elevation in Virginia's piedmont and sees more winter precipitation than DCA. Spring and fall are variable. Snowfall is possible into April. Thunderstorms begin from April through May.
MSP–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSP to IAD
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines and United Airlines. With 86 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MSP to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSP to IAD ranges from 1 hours 44 minutes to 2 hours 37 minutes. The route covers a distance of 906 miles (1,459 km). There are approximately 86 weekly flights outbound and 95 return, totaling 181 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
194 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via TOL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Saint Cloud (STC) and La Crosse (LSE).