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$70+ 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 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MKE
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
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

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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 December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:01 amDCA - MKE
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:02 amMKE - DCA
Nonstop2h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$256
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:49 pmDCA - MKE
Nonstop2h 13mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/256:00 amMKE - DCA
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$268
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/2910:40 amBWI - MKE
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/18:15 pmMKE - BWI
1 stop11h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$277
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/265:30 amBWI - MKE
1 stop5h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/48:15 pmMKE - BWI
1 stop11h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/245:31 pmIAD - MKE
1 stop4h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/2512:02 pmMKE - IAD
1 stop4h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$338
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/3110:40 amBWI - MKE
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/18:15 pmMKE - BWI
1 stop11h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/176:00 amBWI - MKE
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Wed 12/315:25 pmMKE - BWI
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/16$351
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/265:30 amBWI - MKE
1 stop5h 23mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/298:15 pmMKE - BWI
1 stop11h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/1712:19 pmBWI - MKE
1 stop4h 57mDelta
Tue 12/306:15 pmMKE - BWI
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Deal found 12/16$375
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:00 amDCA - MKE
2 stops6h 40mSouthwest
Thu 1/15:30 amMKE - DCA
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$376
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2710:40 amBWI - MKE
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/48:15 pmMKE - BWI
1 stop11h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$383
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2810:00 pmBWI - MKE
1 stop14h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/318:15 pmMKE - BWI
1 stop10h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$389

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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$197
(Expedia)

One-way from

$70
(Frontier)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$372

Good round-trip deal

$269 or less

Good one-way deal

$137 or less
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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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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Milwaukee

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreMilwaukee

BWI - MKE

BWIMKE

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 4/10

6:00 am-12:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 4/13

4:34 pm-12:24 am

1 stop6h 50m

$197

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

DCA - MKE

DCAMKE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/28

8:00 pm-9:22 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 3/3

4:58 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$261

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

DCA - MKE

DCAMKE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/18

3:45 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 1/19

9:15 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$262

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

DCA - MKE

DCAMKE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/18

8:25 am-12:09 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 1/19

7:00 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$263

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

DCA - MKE

DCAMKE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/18

9:54 am-12:29 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 1/19

3:42 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$263

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

IAD - MKE

IADMKE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/18

5:17 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 1/19

5:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop5h 46m

$263

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

IAD - MKE

IADMKE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/18

6:00 am-8:53 am

1 stop3h 53m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 1/19

6:29 pm-12:24 am

1 stop4h 55m

$263

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

DCA - MKE

DCAMKE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/1

10:30 am-3:13 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 1/5

5:42 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$270

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

IAD - MKE

IADMKE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/13

12:29 pm-4:26 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 1/15

3:59 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$270

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

DCA - MKE

DCAMKE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/13

8:25 am-12:09 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 1/15

8:33 am-2:16 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$270

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Milwaukee flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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.
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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 December 12, 2025.

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 $49). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee in April is currently the most expensive (average of $129). 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 December 18, 2025.

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 in the evening could potentially save you up to 38% 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 December 13, 2025.

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. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 18, 2025.
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
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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
8,005 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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
8,190 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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 is 1 daily inbound flight 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 2h 20m. Fly via Frontier, American Airlines, or Southwest 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 $105 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 $49). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee in April is currently the most expensive (average of $129). 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$134Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$234Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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