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$99+ 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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MKE
Aug 7 — Aug 141
Fri 8/7
Fri 8/14
1 adult, Economy
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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 July 8, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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.
Tue 8/1111:00 am
BWI
-
MKE
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
Tue 8/113:05 pm
MKE
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/7$210
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 8/266:15 am
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop3h 40m
Delta
Wed 8/263:01 pm
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop5h 26m
Delta
Deal found 7/7$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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.
Mon 8/177:40 pm
BWI
-
MKE
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
Tue 8/187:50 am
MKE
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/7$222
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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.
Sat 8/159:15 am
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop4h 25m
Southwest
Wed 8/197:50 am
MKE
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/6$226
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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.
Sat 9/57:35 pm
BWI
-
MKE
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
Mon 9/76:25 am
MKE
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/7$234
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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.
Sat 8/2911:10 am
BWI
-
MKE
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Tue 9/18:20 am
MKE
-
BWI
2 stops6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/7$240
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 8/66:15 am
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop3h 40m
Delta
Mon 8/106:48 pm
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop3h 25m
Delta
Deal found 7/7$241
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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.
Sun 8/236:55 am
DCA
-
MKE
Nonstop2h 10m
Southwest
Thu 8/275:40 pm
MKE
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/7$302
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2211:11 am
IAD
-
MKE
1 stop21h 47m
Frontier
Tue 7/288:43 am
MKE
-
IAD
1 stop24h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 7/6$305
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1211:11 am
IAD
-
MKE
1 stop21h 47m
Frontier
Sun 8/168:43 am
MKE
-
IAD
1 stop24h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 7/6$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 8/197:55 am
DCA
-
MKE
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
Tue 8/255:15 pm
MKE
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/5$309
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/107:18 pm
IAD
-
MKE
1 stop13h 40m
Frontier
Sun 8/168:43 am
MKE
-
IAD
1 stop24h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 7/7$309

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 July 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$210
(Southwest)

One-way from

$100
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$467

Good round-trip deal

$349 or less

Good one-way deal

$200 or less
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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. 7% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 July 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BaltimoreMilwaukee

BWI - MKE

BWIMKE

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 8/29

7:35 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 8/31

4:50 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$238
Quickest round-trip

BaltimoreMilwaukee

BWI - MKE

BWIMKE

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/30

11:00 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 10/2

6:50 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$277

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

DCA - MKE

DCAMKE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/15

12:29 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 8/23

5:19 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$309

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

IAD - MKE

IADMKE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/17

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop6h 45m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 8/23

5:34 am-11:33 am

1 stop4h 59m

$309

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

IAD - MKE

IADMKE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/28

3:02 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 7/29

10:12 am-4:46 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$313

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

DCA - MKE

DCAMKE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/30

7:25 am-3:50 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 10/2

10:20 am-7:50 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$320

BaltimoreMilwaukee

BWI - MKE

BWIMKE

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 8/19

7:55 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 8/26

3:05 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$329

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

DCA - MKE

DCAMKE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/7

3:50 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 9/8

5:15 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$329

Washington, D.C.Milwaukee

IAD - MKE

IADMKE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/21

11:10 am-4:02 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 8/23

5:34 am-11:33 am

1 stop4h 59m

$337

BaltimoreMilwaukee

BWI - MKE

BWIMKE

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/3

7:40 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 9/7

6:25 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$341

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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 July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee (average of $29). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee in March is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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 July 8, 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 in the evening could potentially save you up to 41% on airfare.

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee, you should look to book at least 72 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 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 July 4, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday 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 July 8, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,451 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,948 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,783 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

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 2h. Fly via Southwest, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Washington, D.C. and Milwaukee are separated by a distance of 639 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 $198, 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 46% 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 $108 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $114 and Delta from $133 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. Dulles Intl - Milwaukee-Mitchell or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee (average of $29). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee in March is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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 July 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$90Average$181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$195Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$234Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$247Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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