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

Southwest and Delta can get you from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in just under 2h. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 06m. Airlines will cover a distance of 633 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 $196 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $240 and $251 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 44% 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 $113. United Airlines flights start at $132 while deals on Southwest start at $138 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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

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

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

Consider Southwest, American Airlines or United Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C..

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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.

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.

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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 September 24, 2026.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 24, 2026.

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Last-minute flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated September 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.

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One-way flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 24, 2026.

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

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Round-trip from	$212 (Cheapflightsfares)
One-way from	$97 (Travelocity)
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	August
Average price	$331
Good round-trip deal	$343 or less
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MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

MKEDCA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 11/2

5:50 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$127

MilwaukeeBaltimore

MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - BWI Baltimore/Washington

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Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 1/9

9:25 am-12:15 pm

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Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$127

MilwaukeeBaltimore

MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - BWI Baltimore/Washington

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Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 11/7

4:30 pm-7:25 pm

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Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$127

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

MKEIAD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 11/12

6:31 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop4h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$137

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

MKEIAD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 11/14

12:42 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$137

MilwaukeeBaltimore

MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - BWI Baltimore/Washington

MKEBWI

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 10/22

5:30 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$137

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

MKEIAD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 11/7

4:56 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$137

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 10/14

6:35 pm-12:42 am

1 stop5h 07m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

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$137

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

MKEIAD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 12/14

5:20 am-2:01 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$137

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

MKEIAD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 10/13

6:35 pm-12:42 am

1 stop5h 07m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

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$137

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Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicket	Price 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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. (average of $326). 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?

It’s typically best to fly out from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 7% 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 $268 and $392 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $212 on Frontier (Oct 13-Oct 14).

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

About 19% of weekly flights between Milwaukee and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 132 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 17% 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 55 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.

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

4,199 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Steven,Sep 2026

OGG - HNL

It was a red eye overnight which I prefer. But this time the seat was SOOOO uncomfortable that sleeping was difficult and painful

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,199 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,199 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Steven,Sep 2026

OGG - HNL

It was a red eye overnight which I prefer. But this time the seat was SOOOO uncomfortable that sleeping was difficult and painful

Delta

7.8

Good

8,595 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,199 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Steven,Sep 2026

OGG - HNL

It was a red eye overnight which I prefer. But this time the seat was SOOOO uncomfortable that sleeping was difficult and painful

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,233 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,199 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Steven,Sep 2026

OGG - HNL

It was a red eye overnight which I prefer. But this time the seat was SOOOO uncomfortable that sleeping was difficult and painful

American Airlines

7.0

Good

12,075 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,199 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Steven,Sep 2026

OGG - HNL

It was a red eye overnight which I prefer. But this time the seat was SOOOO uncomfortable that sleeping was difficult and painful

Related info for your journey

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 and Delta can get you from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in just under 2h. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 06m. Airlines will cover a distance of 633 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 $196 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $240 and $251 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 44% 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 $113. United Airlines flights start at $132 while deals on Southwest start at $138 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?
Most travelers choose Milwaukee-Mitchell - Baltimore/Washington, Milwaukee-Mitchell - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Milwaukee-Mitchell - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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?
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How can I find direct flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. (average of $326). 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.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$145	Average$247	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Delta	Cheapest$175	Average$344	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$228	Average$339	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$240	Average$383	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
American Airlines	Cheapest$251	Average$404	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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It’s typically best to fly out from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 7% 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 $268 and $392 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $212 on Frontier (Oct 13-Oct 14).

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

About 19% of weekly flights between Milwaukee and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 132 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 17% 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 55 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.

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Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $268 and $392 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $212 on Frontier (Oct 13-Oct 14).