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$114+ Cheap flights from Milwaukee (MKE) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKE — WAS
Aug 28 — Sep 41
Fri 8/28
Fri 9/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Milwaukee-Mitchell to Washington, D.C. are usually found in October or August, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 8/2012:10 pm
MKE
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BWI
1 stop10h 49m
Frontier
Mon 8/247:52 pm
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop16h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27$245
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/244:20 pm
MKE
-
DCA
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Mon 8/313:30 pm
DCA
-
MKE
2 stops6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 8/276:25 am
MKE
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Sat 9/57:35 pm
BWI
-
MKE
Nonstop2h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/28$253
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/266:15 am
MKE
-
DCA
2 stops9h 00m
Southwest
Mon 9/286:05 am
DCA
-
MKE
1 stop11h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/28$258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sat 8/227:45 am
MKE
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 13m
American Airlines
Sat 8/298:00 pm
DCA
-
MKE
Nonstop2h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Thu 11/128:05 am
MKE
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Mon 11/166:10 am
DCA
-
MKE
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/25$262
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 8/274:50 pm
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop4h 00m
Southwest
Thu 9/37:40 pm
BWI
-
MKE
Nonstop2h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/28$263
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/214:20 pm
MKE
-
DCA
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Sat 9/266:10 am
DCA
-
MKE
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/24$265
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2712:10 pm
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop10h 49m
Frontier
Sat 9/511:09 am
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop25h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$266
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/63:20 pm
MKE
-
DCA
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Sat 9/127:25 am
DCA
-
MKE
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27$267
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2712:10 pm
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop10h 49m
Frontier
Sat 8/295:28 pm
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop18h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/58:35 am
MKE
-
BWI
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Mon 9/77:40 pm
BWI
-
MKE
Nonstop2h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27$268

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Milwaukee (MKE) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 29, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$245
(Frontier)

One-way from

$114
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$425

Good round-trip deal

$283 or less

Good one-way deal

$170 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. 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 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

MilwaukeeBaltimore

MKE - BWI

MKEBWI

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 9/10

6:25 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/14

7:40 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$253

MilwaukeeBaltimore

MKE - BWI

MKEBWI

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 9/3

11:00 am-9:30 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/7

7:40 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$268

MilwaukeeBaltimore

MKE - BWI

MKEBWI

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 9/5

8:35 am-6:40 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/7

7:40 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$268

MilwaukeeBaltimore

MKE - BWI

MKEBWI

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 9/5

8:35 am-6:40 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/8

1:40 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$278

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - DCA

MKEDCA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 8/28

4:50 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/7

6:35 am-7:35 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$283

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - DCA

MKEDCA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 8/21

5:40 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/26

6:05 am-9:50 am

1 stop4h 45m

$283

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - DCA

MKEDCA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 8/17

4:50 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/27

3:30 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops6h 55m

$285

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - DCA

MKEDCA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 9/29

8:10 am-11:00 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/2

8:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$288

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - DCA

MKEDCA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 10/20

10:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 10/25

7:25 am-8:35 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$288

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - DCA

MKEDCA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 10/14

5:10 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/16

3:25 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$288

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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 Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. 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 Milwaukee-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Milwaukee-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Milwaukee-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Milwaukee-Washington, D.C. 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 Milwaukee-Washington, D.C. 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 Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.

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

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. (average of $286). Flying from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $407). 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 MKE to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 2% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $263 and $328 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $245 on Frontier (Aug 20-Aug 24).

How often are flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Milwaukee and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 134 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 60 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated July 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
8,486 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
10,052 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,839 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.. 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 from for flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 6.4 mi from the city center, Milwaukee-Mitchell is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Milwaukee. Booking flights from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 5 different airlines.

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

    Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in just under 1h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 32m. Airlines will cover a distance of 639 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $125 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $219 and $227 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 63% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $114. United Airlines flights start at $132 while deals on Southwest start at $145 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Milwaukee-Mitchell - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Milwaukee-Mitchell - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Milwaukee-Mitchell - Baltimore/Washington when deciding on the best route from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C..

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. 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 Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. (average of $286). Flying from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $407). 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 Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.. 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 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$107Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$125Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$227Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$251Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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