Travelling from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE): what you need to know
Start your journey at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) departing from either of these.
56 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport.
Chicago and Milwaukee (where General Mitchell International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE), with 239 direct services every week. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ORD to MKE is the 07:10 United option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 21:34 with United.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to MKE.
August is a peak travel month. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can take a direct flight from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Book your direct flight from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport with American Airlines. This top airline operates services from ORD.
The distance from central Chicago to ORD is about 40 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Need a handy hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)? Browse the fares flying out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to MKE are offered by United.
You can reach MDW from central Chicago in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 46 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
You're off on vacation, so why not book an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to MKE:
About General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MKE instead:
Getting from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to central Milwaukee
General Mitchell International Airport to central Milwaukee is about 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 39 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport is C$115. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$250. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score flight tickets from Chicago to MKE, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Milwaukee, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Chicago to MKE, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milwaukee, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between -14ºC and 1ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport.
More about Milwaukee
Start your Milwaukee trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Miller Park and Pabst Mansion are just two of the major attractions to add to your Milwaukee travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Milwaukee Public Museum.
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