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$80+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Milwaukee (MKE)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MKE
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee-Mitchell are usually found in August or October, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee

Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/198:45 am
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop25h 58m
Frontier
Mon 2/238:11 pm
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop21h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$165
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/212:26 pm
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop7h 21m
Frontier
Sun 5/312:03 pm
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop7h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$195
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/168:38 am
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop7h 12m
Delta
Wed 3/181:21 pm
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop6h 06m
Delta
Deal found 2/3$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/196:00 am
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop3h 51m
Delta
Sun 2/226:29 pm
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop5h 06m
Delta
Deal found 2/3$205
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/58:45 am
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop10h 57m
Frontier
Mon 3/912:36 pm
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop25h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$209
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/174:23 pm
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop26h 27m
Frontier
Tue 3/315:44 pm
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop18h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$213
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1812:26 pm
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop7h 21m
Frontier
Sun 4/1912:03 pm
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop7h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$216
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/198:20 am
DCA
-
MKE
1 stop5h 51m
United Airlines
Wed 5/205:10 am
MKE
-
DCA
1 stop3h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/196:15 am
IAD
-
MKE
1 stop4h 30m
United Airlines
Wed 5/206:49 am
MKE
-
IAD
1 stop6h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3$217
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/206:00 am
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop12h 25m
Frontier
Mon 2/235:30 pm
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop6h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$226
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/206:00 am
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop12h 25m
Frontier
Tue 2/244:39 pm
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop25h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$227
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/48:25 pm
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop23h 17m
Frontier
Wed 3/116:35 pm
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop20h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$232

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Milwaukee (MKE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$165
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$80
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$350

Good round-trip deal

$317 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Milwaukee-Mitchell flight deals.
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Milwaukee-Mitchell
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One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Milwaukee-Mitchell
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Milwaukee-Mitchell.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Milwaukee-Mitchell.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee that are best for you.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Milwaukee

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreMilwaukee

BWI - MKE

BWIMKE

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/19

5:26 pm-9:43 am

1 stop17h 17m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 2/23

5:30 pm-12:31 am

1 stop6h 01m

$192

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

DCA - MKE

DCAMKE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/28

6:00 am-10:11 am

1 stop5h 11m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 3/3

5:03 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$247

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

IAD - MKE

IADMKE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/17

1:15 pm-5:38 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 3/24

11:30 am-5:30 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$247

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

IAD - MKE

IADMKE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/14

6:15 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 45m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 4/15

2:32 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$247

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

IAD - MKE

IADMKE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/28

6:00 am-10:11 am

1 stop5h 11m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 3/7

6:39 pm-12:25 am

1 stop4h 46m

$247

BaltimoreMilwaukee

BWI - MKE

BWIMKE

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/14

10:50 am-11:55 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 4/15

2:45 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$263

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

IAD - MKE

IADMKE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/16

6:00 am-10:13 am

1 stop5h 13m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 4/20

6:50 pm-12:42 am

1 stop4h 52m

$265

BaltimoreMilwaukee

BWI - MKE

BWIMKE

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/2

12:26 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 5/3

12:03 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$276

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

DCA - MKE

DCAMKE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/7

6:30 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 3/8

5:00 am-9:54 am

1 stop3h 54m

$277

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

DCA - MKE

DCAMKE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/26

6:05 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 16m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 2/28

8:35 am-4:16 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$277

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Compare providers for flights from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Milwaukee flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Milwaukee flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Milwaukee flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Milwaukee flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Milwaukee flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Milwaukee from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee (average of $56). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee in April is currently the most expensive (average of $130). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to MKE?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 41% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee. Price data was last updated on January 31, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

The most flights from WAS to MKE are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee?

Reviews of airlines servicing Milwaukee

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Milwaukee. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Milwaukee. Reviews last updated February 3, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,138 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,216 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,407 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Milwaukee from Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 6.4 mi from the city center, Milwaukee-Mitchell is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Milwaukee from Washington, D.C.. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee?

    There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee in 5h 11m. Fly via Frontier, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Washington, D.C. and Milwaukee are separated by a distance of 633 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee round-trip?

    Delta, at $155, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Southwest. These flights start at 55% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $98 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $99 and American Airlines from $108 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee?

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee is Baltimore/Washington - Milwaukee-Mitchell. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Milwaukee-Mitchell or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Milwaukee-Mitchell.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee (average of $56). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee in April is currently the most expensive (average of $130). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$49Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$134Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$234Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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