Cheap Flights from Washington D.C. (DCA) to Milwaukee (MKE)

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Flight deals from Washington Ronald Reagan to Milwaukee General Mitchell

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $296. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington Ronald Reagan to Milwaukee General Mitchell

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Ronald Reagan to Milwaukee General Mitchell flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Washington Ronald Reagan to Milwaukee General Mitchell

Washington Ronald Reagan to Milwaukee General Mitchell: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Washington Ronald Reagan to Milwaukee below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Milwaukee General Mitchell.

Washington D.C. to Milwaukee: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$281
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week43

Finding cheap flights from Washington Ronald Reagan to Milwaukee General Mitchell: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Ronald Reagan to Milwaukee General Mitchell is $281. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Ronald Reagan to Milwaukee General Mitchell.
Southwest Airlines, PSA Airlines and American Airlines fly direct from Washington Ronald Reagan to Milwaukee General Mitchell.
As of July 2026, there are 43 flights per week flying from Washington Ronald Reagan to Milwaukee General Mitchell.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Ronald Reagan to Milwaukee General Mitchell is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport on Monday, 14 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 12 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Milwaukee General Mitchell but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Milwaukee is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Milwaukee General Mitchell.

Flying from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport (MKE): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • The timezone in Milwaukee is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Washington DC.

  • Flights from DCA to MKE start from 07:25 — the first with Southwest Airlines. The latest departure is at 22:17 with American Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 21 weekly Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DCA to MKE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • American Airlines is your gateway to discovering Milwaukee (and maybe even some other great corners of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is American Airlines.

  • With a reliable 81.74% of services arriving as planned, Southwest Airlines has the best on-time performance for DCA to MKE flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between DCA and MKE:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas Airport

    • Detroit Wayne County Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport (MKE)

  • Right now, $141 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $281. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book three months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DCA to MKE.

  • August is the cheapest month for flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from DCA to MKE.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport.

Handy information about Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)

  • DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, data shows 71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near DCA? If you've booked an early flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport (MKE)

Getting from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport (MKE) to central Milwaukee

  • MKE is located at 5300 S. Howell Avenue.

  • From Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport, Milwaukee is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Getting there on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

When to fly to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport (MKE)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Milwaukee in March.

  • When reserving your flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Milwaukee, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DCA to MKE in January. Temperatures average between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) then.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've seen Milwaukee, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 129 kilometres south to Chicago to check off its top attractions. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Indianapolis is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 386 kilometres south of Milwaukee. No trip is complete without dropping by Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.

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