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$102+ 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 7/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKE — WAS
Jul 18 — Jul 251
Sat 7/18
Sat 7/25
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 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 June 18, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/258:43 am
MKE
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BWI
1 stop9h 39m
Frontier
Wed 8/269:59 pm
BWI
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MKE
1 stop10h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 6/17$242
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Tue 8/258:43 am
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop9h 39m
Frontier
Sat 8/299:59 pm
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop10h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 6/14$247
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/168:43 am
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop14h 40m
Frontier
Mon 7/209:38 pm
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop11h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 6/16$250
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/218:43 am
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop23h 11m
Frontier
Sat 7/253:21 pm
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop17h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 6/15$251
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/68:43 am
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop14h 40m
Frontier
Wed 8/199:59 pm
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop10h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 6/16$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/156:45 am
MKE
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Wed 7/229:15 pm
BWI
-
MKE
Nonstop2h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/17$263
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/98:43 am
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop10h 50m
Frontier
Mon 7/139:38 pm
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop11h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 6/13$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 9/195:03 am
MKE
-
BWI
1 stop6h 46m
American Airlines
Wed 9/232:54 pm
BWI
-
MKE
1 stop6h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/18$271
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/116:05 am
MKE
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 11m
American Airlines
Tue 7/143:58 pm
DCA
-
MKE
1 stop6h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/18$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/157:35 am
MKE
-
DCA
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Wed 7/2211:45 am
DCA
-
MKE
2 stops6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/18$280
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/237:50 am
MKE
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Mon 9/287:40 pm
BWI
-
MKE
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 6/17$281
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/15:10 pm
MKE
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DCA
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
Tue 8/42:40 pm
DCA
-
MKE
2 stops6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/17$282

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 June 18, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$242
(Frontier)

One-way from

$102
(JetBlue)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$378

Good round-trip deal

$327 or less

Good one-way deal

$203 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 June 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MilwaukeeBaltimore

MKE - BWI

MKEBWI

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 7/21

6:45 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 7/21

9:15 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$263

MilwaukeeBaltimore

MKE - BWI

MKEBWI

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 7/15

6:45 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 7/22

9:15 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$263

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - DCA

MKEDCA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 7/15

7:35 am-4:20 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/22

11:45 am-5:15 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$280

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - IAD

MKEIAD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 7/15

6:40 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop3h 33m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/22

12:37 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$283

MilwaukeeBaltimore

MKE - BWI

MKEBWI

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 7/8

4:47 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 7/15

7:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop5h 53m

$283

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - DCA

MKEDCA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 8/1

1:39 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/4

10:10 am-1:54 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$287

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - DCA

MKEDCA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 8/1

1:39 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/5

6:30 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$287

MilwaukeeWashington, D.C.

MKE - IAD

MKEIAD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 7/1

5:40 am-11:43 am

1 stop5h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/7

6:00 am-8:39 am

1 stop3h 39m

$288

MilwaukeeBaltimore

MKE - BWI

MKEBWI

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 9/23

3:40 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop3h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/28

7:40 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$291

MilwaukeeBaltimore

MKE - BWI

MKEBWI

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 10/7

11:25 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 10/13

1:25 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$291

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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 June.
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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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 $87). Flying from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $216). 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 June 18, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 18, 2026.

The most flights from MKE to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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

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 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 15% 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 70 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 June 18, 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
7.9
Good
4,237 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,237 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,237 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,410 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,237 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,859 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,237 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,685 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,237 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

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.?

    Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in just under 1h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 59m. 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 Southwest, starting at $216 and $217 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 62% 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 Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $108. American Airlines flights start at $110 while deals on Delta start at $128 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 $87). Flying from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $216). 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 June 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$107Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$125Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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