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$70 Find Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. departing on 4/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$140
Overall average: $390
Frontier
Fri 4/24Mon 4/27
MKE - BWI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$234
Typical prices: $336-$486
Southwest
Tue 4/21Tue 4/28
MKE - BWI • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. (MKE-WAS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.

Fri, Apr 24 - Mon, Apr 27
Frontier Logo
5:13 pm - 12:44 am
MKE
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BWI
6h 31m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:05 am - 5:28 pm
BWI
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MKE
12h 23m
1 stop
$140Frontier
Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 19
Frontier Logo
5:13 pm - 12:44 am
MKE
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BWI
6h 31m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
10:13 am - 1:52 pm
BWI
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MKE
28h 39m
1 stop
$151Frontier
Wed, Apr 22 - Mon, Apr 27
Southwest Logo
6:05 pm - 8:55 pm
MKE
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DCA
1h 50mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 8:10 am
DCA
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MKE
2h 15mnonstop
$291Southwest
Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 21
Delta Logo
6:50 pm - 12:42 am
MKE
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IAD
4h 52m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:06 am - 1:52 pm
IAD
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MKE
7h 46m
1 stop
$293Delta
Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 21
Delta Logo
4:25 pm - 10:34 pm
MKE
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DCA
5h 09m
1 stop
Delta Logo
2:55 pm - 7:58 pm
DCA
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MKE
6h 03m
1 stop
$293Delta
Thu, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 22
Southwest Logo
4:50 pm - 10:55 pm
MKE
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DCA
5h 05m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
4:55 pm - 10:35 pm
DCA
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MKE
6h 40m
1 stop
$294Southwest
Sat, Apr 18 - Wed, Apr 22
American Airlines Logo
6:32 pm - 11:59 pm
MKE
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IAD
4h 27m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 11:30 am
IAD
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MKE
6h 05m
1 stop
$295American Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Sat, Apr 18
American Airlines Logo
6:40 pm - 11:57 pm
MKE
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DCA
4h 17m
1 stop
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11:36 am - 5:11 pm
DCA
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MKE
6h 35m
1 stop
$295American Airlines
Tue, Apr 21 - Wed, Apr 22
United Airlines Logo
7:41 pm - 12:32 am
MKE
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IAD
3h 51m
1 stop
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6:00 am - 10:10 am
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MKE
5h 10m
1 stop
$306United Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Mon, Apr 27
United Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 4:03 pm
MKE
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IAD
4h 18m
1 stop
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6:15 am - 10:00 am
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MKE
4h 45m
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$311United Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. departing in April.

What is the cheapest Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. costs $281 on the route between Milwaukee (MKE) and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 4% cheaper than other Milwaukee-Washington, D.C. routes. It is also the most popular route.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. is September, where tickets cost $221 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $369 and $361 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $362 on average.

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Expert advice for your flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.

 
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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$70
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. was $70 for a one-way ticket and $140 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Milwaukee and Washington, D.C.?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

    On your way to Washington, D.C., you’ll fly out from Milwaukee-Mitchell. You’ll be landing in one of Washington, D.C.’s 2 airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Milwaukee and Washington, D.C., with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

    There are nonstop flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C., Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $338 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $276 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C..

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from Milwaukee is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Milwaukee with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from Milwaukee up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $181 or less one-way and $352 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Milwaukee-Mitchell to Washington, D.C..
Find which airlines fly direct from Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Milwaukee-Mitchell to Washington, D.C.

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Milwaukee-Mitchell

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4324 reviews
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
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Southwest was greaat! The most expensive but the least upsetting for those we were flying to see.

10.0 ExcellentMartie, Mar 2026
LGB - BNA
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Southwest was greaat! The most expensive but the least upsetting for those we were flying to see.

I flew twice this week on Southwest, was delayed over 2 hours both ways. From Pittsburgh to Chicago it was due to weather but the gate agents, pilot etc were great at updating everyone. Today from Midway to Pittsburgh the plane had come from an international location, kept getting delayed, no information was given until we were delayed for the third time. It was ridiculous, whoever scheduled that plane to fly to Pittsburgh after didn’t consider a lot of things.

Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

I was supposed to be on a later flight. When I showed up at the gate, the woman working there was extremely helpful getting moved up to this earlier flight.

We had a 5 hour delay on the tarmac in Baltimore

Long layover between flights to Long Island from BWI - need better coordination between flights

I elected to pay for the upgrades and found very little difference

The new seating arrangement is so over priced for what you get.

The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

No food or entertainment, just a quick 40 minute flight. A little bumpy due to Santa Ana winds but pilot has no control over that. Good flight and landing!

Kayak botched up the booking, i had to call delta and fix. In the process Delta failed to honor my comfort plus seat assignment that i had previously.

Entertainment is ok! Boarding and seat with zone is terrible. I paid for the seats but you didn’t give me what I paid for which is exit isles.

the crew cancel the morning service due to the weather. Then the flight got deverted to Nashville . we were on the ground for over two hours the only gave us water once... no food or any snacks.... the crew should have handled better and offered something to passengers.

My recent experience was excellent on Delta! I flew with Delta Comfort and I was really comfortable in my seat. I enjoyed the in-flight service. The flight attendants were so friendly and hospitable. I love the snack on the flight as well. This was my first time flying on Delta and I will definitely consider flying with them again.

My flight was cencaled due with the bad weather on Sunday the crew was poorly mistaken my luggage supposed depart with my flight instead I didn’t have my luggage for almost 3 days the website is poorly respond to my complain until I have someone to do it my connection smooth their not even respon or email me even the have my luggage

Delta needs to step its game up get a more reliable internet service. Internet service was non-existent for this flight.

Mechanical Delay of over an hour with multiple gate changes. Entertainment system down for rejuvenation.

I had a flight cancel and had it rerouted. When the rerouted they put me at a window seat instead of an isle. It was hard sitting by the window because the couple with masks on were making out. I get motion sickness which is why I need to have the isle seat.

NEVER MADE THE FLIGHT BECAUSE DELTA SAID THEY CAN NOT

THEY FAILED ME AND I NEVER GOT ON THE FLIGHT BECAUSE IT WAS SO DELAYED! I ENDED UP HAVING TO PAY OUT OF POCKET FOR A HOTEL AND STAY IN NASHVILLE TO CATCH A FLIGHT FOR THE FOLLOWING DAY. DELTA IS POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE>

Offered to check carry on to final destination. This is the most absurd thing in the world. I'm carrying on because I need what is in the carry-on. I'm okay with picking up at next stop but then I will be on much larger plane that can accommodate it. Also, if there is ever a change to your flight. Go to the airport and have the people there fix your ticket. Don't do it over the phone or online with United they screwed us up and ended up with flights for our last leg that took off before our first leg.

United is one airline which regardless of how many separate United tickets in existence, if one flight breaks down, the airline will take care of all the flights.

It was okay, the food was good, but after the landing there was not enough time for luggage and security to catch a connection. It was crowded on board.

When I went to check in at the United counter in Barcelona, Spain I had 2 different menat 2 different times in United uniforms (standing around with a couple other employees) ask me if I was traveling alone. The one man asked me 3 different ways if I was traveling alone. I am, 68 yeaers old and have all my faculties. I thought it was weird and it made me feel very uncomfortable. What difference does it make if I was traveling alone or with someone? What if I was a recent widow? That would have been horrible. They never gave me a reason why they needed to know who I was traveling with. I was hesitant to question them because I needed to be on that flight.

We were delayed for about an hour from taking off due to traffic control procedures at the destination airport. But once in the air, the flight went well. The crew members were great and provided cabin service despite moderate turbulence during much of the flight.

Crew was great. 2 1/2 hour delay was due to staff needing "rest" was avoidable and self inflicted as United not willing to hire enough crew to keep flight on time.. Ridiculous. The crew and the passengers both suffered due to this.

Fine not above and beyond as I had a connection that was delayed due to maintenance

Bad food, bad service, cold cabin with no additional blankets when asked for (they told me they don’t provide additional blankets). I’m a frequent traveler and this is one of the worst companies I traveled with (by the way I thought that I booked my ticket with Lufthansa but I didn’t see that the flights were handled by United).

Great other than a couple very drunk guys that for a while kept bumping my seat from behind. The staff did their best to control them. Even refused serving them alcohol and allowed the gal sitting next to them to move.

Good crew. Boarding delays. Almost two hours wait for the bags in DC.

It was great. Smooth flight, comfortable, left on time and landed on time.

Horrible experience upon landing. Probably more due to DCA utter incompetence than AA.

Easy boarding. Rows are smaller but that may be an older and bigger me now :)

Flight has been delayed every time I've ever taken it. Seats uncomfortable. Children behind me yelling the entire flight. Some of this is out of their control but overall just consistently not a great experience.

Poor communication ahead of time about flight delays and old planes/other equipment.

Never going to fly your airline again if it can be avoided.

Not to have gotten delayed by 2+ hours for the fourth straight American flight. They're the worst.

Other than nearly three hour delay for maintenance issues, everything went smooth

Snow delayed boarding several times, which I understand happens. Issue I had was that after we did board, pilot told us we were going to roll out to be de-iced, then on our way. We were de-iced once, taxied to the tarmac and then stopped. Sat for another 30 minutes or so, the another de-icing. Then we rolled out to a parking spot, only to sit for another hour due to a traffic stop in DCA, which I'm confident they knew would happen before we boarded. Pilot gave no updates other than we had to hold, attendants did speak to the crew, but when asked, said the pilot would be updating us. We on the ground in the plane waiting for over 2 hours. They did communicate that bathrooms would be open, but no other news until we left. Would have been better to be up front about status.

Flight was delayed. Not much information on when the flight would take off. Eventually we were told it was maintenance. App was not giving updates.

The flight was a big joke very uncomfortable I had a horrible experience and I will never fly with them again everything about the flight was bogus and I’m not happy with it at all this experience makes me not want to fly ever again

Pricing, boarding time communication, over priced baggage and overall service is lacking, seating unconfortable

Flight attendant was all so sweet and pilot got us to our destination safely and on time

we boarded the plane and then sat for OVER AN HOUR on it, first waiting for fuel and then the crew timed out. the flight kept getting delayed longer and longer, a 9:30pm flight is still on the ground at 1:15am.

The airplane rattled near the left wing as if several screws were loose. Then after we landed in Fort Lauderdale, we had to sit and wait on the runway for quite some time. It was very scary and TOTALLY unacceptable!

Smooth flight staff very friendly and we arrived 15 mins earlier

I was in the airport when I'll check the status of my flight and it was canceled and without any reason. The worst of the worst ...

I never had an opportunity to experience them! They cancelled my flight TWICE!!!

Return flight was canceled. Needed to reschedule with another airline the next day. Cost an an additional $84. At another airport 45 miles further away

Spent seven hours in the airport with spirit pushing he flight time back two hours every two hours only to then have it canceled without explanation. The employees said, “They’ve been doing this for the last five days.” Would have been great if they told us to expect that when we arrived.

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