Flying from Columbus to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Columbus to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE). Explore your options for leaving from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) or Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), two of the city's main airports.
Milwaukee is one hour behind Columbus. General Mitchell International Airport is located in Milwaukee, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Your flight from Columbus to MKE won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
In high season, expect longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
CMH is about 13 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 79.5% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
With public transport, you can travel from central Columbus to LCK in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 26 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Columbus to MKE flight is far easier when you stay near Rickenbacker International Airport. If you have an early departure, Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East will put you a short ride from the airport.
Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time performance of 66.14%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on time.
About General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Columbus to General Mitchell International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MKE:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a General Mitchell International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz to explore Milwaukee and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Columbus to General Mitchell International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
You'll find MKE at 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
Getting from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to central Milwaukee
Central Milwaukee is around 14 kilometres from General Mitchell International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
Currently, $154 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to General Mitchell International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $489. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Columbus to MKE, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Milwaukee. July is when most people book flights from Columbus to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Columbus to MKE flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Milwaukee to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Columbus to General Mitchell International Airport in January when temperatures are between -14ºC and 1ºC.
More about Milwaukee
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All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo are attractions you won't want to skip in Milwaukee.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Milwaukee. Around 121 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Millennium Park, Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago.
Around 121 kilometres west of Milwaukee, Madison is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Chazen Museum of Art and Madison Museum of Contemporary Art.