Flying from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Washington DC is one hour ahead of Milwaukee and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Flights from MKE to DCA start from 06:00 — the first with American Airlines. The last departure is at 17:30 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can choose from 29 weekly General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MKE to DCA flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Washington DC (and then other destinations in United States) is a breeze. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is American Airlines.
Southwest Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for MKE to DCA flights, with 91.45% of its services landing as scheduled.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MKE and DCA include:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight is RM339. A round-trip plane ticket is currently RM914. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MKE to DCA.
The cheapest month for flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
MKE is located at 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
Of all flights leaving General Mitchell International Airport, 78.97% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
General Mitchell International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Milwaukee. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near MKE. Whether you have an early flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:
Grab a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car and explore Washington DC and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
The street address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Ronald Reagan National Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
February is the most popular month for flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Washington DC in May.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MKE to DCA in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've done Washington DC, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel about 322 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No trip is complete without a visit to Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.