Flying from Ottawa to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE): what you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where countless awesome vacations begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Ottawa to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE).
The timezone in Milwaukee is UTC-5, which is 1 hour behind Ottawa. General Mitchell International Airport is located in Milwaukee.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Ottawa to MKE.
Flying over a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
From the centre of Ottawa, YOW is around 13 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
In search of a handy hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Ottawa to General Mitchell International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
About General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to General Mitchell International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MKE instead:
Getting from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to central Milwaukee
From General Mitchell International Airport, Milwaukee is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 39 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
For a one-way ticket from Ottawa to General Mitchell International Airport, C$320 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just C$552. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change depending on availability.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to lock in flight tickets from Ottawa to MKE. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy more options for flight times and dates.
Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from Ottawa to General Mitchell International Airport across the entire month. We've made the lowest fares green, so you can easily choose a flight your budget will love.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ottawa to General Mitchell International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
May is the quietest time to fly to Milwaukee. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to General Mitchell International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
When booking your flight from Ottawa to MKE, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milwaukee, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Ottawa to General Mitchell International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -14ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Milwaukee
After booking your flight from Ottawa to General Mitchell International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Milwaukee:
Miller Park and Pabst Mansion are a couple of big attractions to add to your Milwaukee travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Milwaukee Public Museum.
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Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Milwaukee and explore at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Ottawa to General Mitchell International Airport.
