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$55+ 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKE — WAS
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Milwaukee-Mitchell to Washington, D.C. are usually found in September or August, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$164
(Frontier)

One-way from

$55
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$352

Good round-trip deal

$273 or less

Good one-way deal

$144 or less
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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 November 13, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Thu 12/1110:34 amMKE - BWI
1 stop8h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/148:13 amBWI - MKE
1 stop26h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 11/237:43 pmMKE - BWI
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/26:29 pmBWI - MKE
2 stops40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Fri 12/198:15 pmMKE - BWI
1 stop10h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/2110:00 pmBWI - MKE
1 stop14h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Thu 12/188:15 pmMKE - BWI
1 stop10h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/2110:00 pmBWI - MKE
1 stop14h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$237
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Tue 12/237:21 pmMKE - BWI
1 stop11h 01mFrontier
Sun 12/2810:00 pmBWI - MKE
1 stop14h 13mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$240
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/105:00 amMKE - IAD
1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/171:10 pmIAD - MKE
1 stop4h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/39:40 amMKE - DCA
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Wed 12/106:00 amDCA - MKE
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 11/12$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/36:00 amMKE - DCA
Nonstop2h 09mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1010:10 pmDCA - MKE
Nonstop2h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Mon 12/298:15 pmMKE - BWI
1 stop10h 07mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/110:00 pmBWI - MKE
2 stops12h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 12/176:00 amMKE - IAD
1 stop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/251:00 pmIAD - MKE
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/10$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/1312:58 pmMKE - DCA
Nonstop2h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/1510:10 pmDCA - MKE
Nonstop2h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/103:50 pmMKE - IAD
1 stop4h 28mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/116:00 amIAD - MKE
1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$272

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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 November 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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MilwaukeeBaltimore

MKE - BWI

MKEBWI

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 12/11

10:34 am-8:16 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 12/14

9:43 pm-9:39 am

1 stop12h 56m

$207

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - IAD

MKEIAD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 12/10

5:00 am-11:44 am

1 stop5h 44m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/17

1:10 pm-4:57 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$247

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - IAD

MKEIAD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 3/10

5:00 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/11

7:50 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$247

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - IAD

MKEIAD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 12/24

3:48 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop4h 33m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

6:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop6h 00m

$247

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - IAD

MKEIAD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 1/13

5:20 am-1:59 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-8:48 am

1 stop3h 48m

$247

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - DCA

MKEDCA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 3/10

1:00 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/11

10:00 am-12:31 pm

1 stop3h 31m

$247

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - DCA

MKEDCA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 12/3

9:40 am-4:36 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/10

6:00 am-10:18 am

1 stop5h 18m

$247

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - DCA

MKEDCA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 1/1

8:10 am-11:00 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/6

3:40 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$251

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - IAD

MKEIAD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 12/17

6:00 am-11:43 am

1 stop4h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/25

1:00 pm-5:01 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$259

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - DCA

MKEDCA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 1/1

5:40 am-12:57 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/6

12:55 pm-4:26 pm

1 stop4h 31m

$259

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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 November.
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
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Milwaukee-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Milwaukee-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 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 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 67 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 Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. (average of $57). Flying from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 November 13, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.

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

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 November 13, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United 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
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,017 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,051 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,139 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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 3 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 5 different airlines.

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

    United Airlines, Delta, and Southwest can get you from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in just under 1h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 54m. 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 $125 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $196 and $197 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 59% 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 United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $124. Delta flights start at $124 while deals on Southwest start at $148 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Milwaukee-Mitchell - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Milwaukee-Mitchell - Baltimore/Washington or Milwaukee-Mitchell - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. (average of $57). Flying from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$91Average$148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$125Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$196Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$235Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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