MSP (Minneapolis) to DCA (Washington) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 80%. The average delay is 72 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.MSP → DCA
MSP (Minneapolis) to DCA (Washington)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines is significantly more reliable on this route at 80% on time vs American Airlines at 59%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 80% on time; American Airlines trails at 59%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from MSP
84% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MSP has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at DCA
79% on timeWhen flights into DCA are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DCA: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
DCA has a 2.6% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.