Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE): what you need to know
Milwaukee is five hours behind London and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your LGW to MKE flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to General Mitchell International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between LGW and MKE:
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How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to General Mitchell International Airport flight is 485 €. A return fare is currently 566 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from LGW to MKE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to General Mitchell International Airport.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to London Gatwick Airport's on-time performance, 69.26% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LGW? If you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to General Mitchell International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
If you're getting in on a late London Gatwick Airport to General Mitchell International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MKE:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a General Mitchell International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz to explore Milwaukee and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from General Mitchell International Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to central Milwaukee
MKE is located at 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
From General Mitchell International Airport, Milwaukee is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to General Mitchell International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Milwaukee based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Milwaukee is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to General Mitchell International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGW to MKE sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Milwaukee has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometres south of Milwaukee, a visit to Chicago will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Indianapolis is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 386 kilometres south of Milwaukee. No journey is complete without visiting The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.