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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $343. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Milwaukee.$343 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr, returning Mon, 27 Apr.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From $343, select.
Milwaukee.$359 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 May, returning Mon, 22 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $359, select.
Milwaukee.$374 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun, returning Fri, 12 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From $374, select.
Milwaukee.$410 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Sat, 2 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $410, select.
Milwaukee.$410 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul, returning Mon, 13 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $410, select.
Milwaukee.$412 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $412, select.
Milwaukee.$481 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $481, select.
Milwaukee.$500 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Thu, 23 Apr.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From $500, select.
Milwaukee.$736 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $736, select.

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Chicago to Milwaukee General Mitchell: Alternative routes

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

Milwaukee General Mitchell

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Chicago to Milwaukee: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$343
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time54 mins
Most popular airlineSkyWest Airlines
Average flights per week606

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Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Milwaukee General Mitchell: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Milwaukee General Mitchell is $343. 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.
54 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Milwaukee General Mitchell.
SkyWest Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Chicago to Milwaukee General Mitchell.
As of March 2026, there are 606 flights per week flying from Chicago to Milwaukee General Mitchell.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Milwaukee General Mitchell is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport on Monday, 27 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 54 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Milwaukee General Mitchell is Southwest Airlines .

Travelling from Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE): What you need to know

  • Your adventure gets underway at one of Chicago's main airports, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) setting off from either of these bases.

  • Take off on a direct Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour.

  • Chicago and Milwaukee (where Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is located) share the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.

  • The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE), with 94 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from ORD to MKE is the 8am American Airlines service. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 10:15pm with American Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Chicago to MKE.

  • If you're going away during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Nonstop flights from Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) can be booked from here.

  • You can travel on a direct flight from Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport with United Airlines. This popular carrier offers services from ORD.

  • Most travellers choose to book seats with United from ORD to MKE.

  • United is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.

  • The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:

  • Of all flights leaving Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive on time at their destination.

  • ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • You can book a direct Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) plane ticket out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Work out whether leaving from MDW works best for your plans.

  • Get on your direct flight from Chicago to MKE with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the top carriers that operates this route out of MDW.

  • On the MDW to MKE route, Southwest Airlines is the top airline in terms of bookings.

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.

  • Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to MKE flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:

  • Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours.

  • Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport flight:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations without delays. At RFD, that rate is 71%.

  • Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.

About Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)

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

  • Central Milwaukee is around 11 kilometres from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is $172. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $343. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Chicago to MKE.

  • Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring cheap Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from Chicago to MKE is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as prices go down.

  • Chase down a great fare on a flight from Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Milwaukee based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Milwaukee is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Chicago to MKE plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January has temperatures of between -14ºC and 1ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Milwaukee

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Milwaukee right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Milwaukee itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

  • Milwaukee is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 121 kilometres south of Milwaukee, a trip to Chicago will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.

  • Around 121 kilometres west of Milwaukee, Madison is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Chazen Museum of Art and Madison Museum of Contemporary Art.

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