Flying from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) departing from either of these.
Expect to be travelling for 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport flight.
Chicago and Milwaukee (where General Mitchell International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you land.
The most popular route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE), with 82 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from ORD to MKE is the 8am American Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, 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 golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Chicago to MKE.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Go straight to your destination from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Direct flights from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) operate from here.
United Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport departing from ORD.
United Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from ORD to MKE.
With 76.75% of services arriving as planned, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Located around 40 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
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74.85% of flights that take off from O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
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Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.88%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on time.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Make catching an early Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Flights that take off from RFD make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 76.19% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
Have a late flight from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near MKE and be in snooze mode sooner:
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To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport flight.
You'll find MKE at 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
Getting from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to central Milwaukee
General Mitchell International Airport is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Milwaukee. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 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 76 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 152 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Chicago to MKE.
The best month for scoring cheap Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE). July is the peak month for travel to Milwaukee. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Milwaukee is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Chicago to MKE plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Milwaukee
Start your Milwaukee trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to General Mitchell International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Milwaukee when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright followed by Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Milwaukee, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 121 kilometres south to Chicago to tick off its popular sights. From Millennium Park to Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United States, head for Madison, about 121 kilometres west of Milwaukee. Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Chazen Museum of Art and Madison Museum of Contemporary Art are highlights.
