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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.:

• Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:03 am
• Latest: departs at 6:56 pm and lands at 8:59 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 03m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. takes 2h 03m, covering 631 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. range from $306 to $446, with an average of $364 over the past 12 months. Anything below $306 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 71% above the $364 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $286 round-trip via New York LaGuardia (LGA), compared to $367 for nonstop.

American Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Southwest has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. flights are:

• American Airlines: 83% on time
• Southwest: 80% on time
• Delta: 50% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 81% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

American Airlines is the only airline on the Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Milwaukee and Washington, D.C. is around $228 round-trip, with a flight time of about 1h 45m. Recent bus fares are around $190, with a trip time of about 20h 25m. Compared with flying, recent bus fares are roughly 17% lower. However, taking the bus takes about 18+ hours longer each way.

One-way fares from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $109, which is 55% below the typical average for this route.

Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates from around $24:

• Sixt
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo

Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates from around $24:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Budget
• Sixt
• Thrifty

Flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 04m.

One-stop flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 85% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 8% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 4% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 1% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $326 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $467, a difference of $141.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

2 airlines operate flights between Milwaukee and Washington, D.C.. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Southwest
• American Airlines

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 45m, compared with 4h 23m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 4h 47m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

Washington, D.C. is 1 hour ahead of Milwaukee (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Milwaukee to Washington, D.C. flights:

• Southwest: offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

For flights leaving from Milwaukee to Washington, D.C., many airlines have loosened their baggage restrictions, most notably Delta Air Lines, Lufthansa Airlines, and American Airlines. Each passenger is allowed to bring at least one free carry-on bag on these airlines weighing 22 lbs or less. Additionally, these carriers offer lower rates for checked bags weighing under 50 lbs.

Pets are allowed on board a number of airlines, including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Lufthansa Airlines when traveling from Milwaukee (MKE) to Washington, D.C. (DCA). There are restrictions on the total number of canines that each airline can accept, so you must book your flight as soon as you can. Your pet will be regarded as a carry-on item if its combined weight, including the container, is less than 20 pounds.

A connecting flight from Milwaukee (MKE) to Washington, D.C. (DCA) may be cheaper for travelers on a tight budget than a direct flight. Several airlines, including Delta, Spirit and Frontier offer connecting flights on this route.

The most cost-effective means of transportation from Milwaukee's city center to the MKE Airport is the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) buses. The MCTS operates several bus routes that connect downtown Milwaukee with the airport. The fare for a one-way trip on the MCTS bus is typically lower than other transportation options such as taxis, rideshares, or private shuttles.