Travelling from Philadelphia to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE): what you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Philadelphia's main airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). Check out your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) taking off from either of these.
2 hours 23 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Philadelphia to General Mitchell International Airport.
Milwaukee is 1 hour behind Philadelphia. General Mitchell International Airport is located in Milwaukee, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE), with 20 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PHL to MKE is the 06:30 Frontier Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 21:00 with American Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from Philadelphia to MKE, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like August? High seasons (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Philadelphia to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) take off from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Philadelphia to General Mitchell International Airport with Frontier Airlines. This well-known airline operates services from PHL.
The distance from central Philadelphia to PHL is approximately 19 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
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About General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Philadelphia 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
General Mitchell International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Milwaukee. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 39 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
93 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to General Mitchell International Airport. Return flights start from 214 €. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Philadelphia to MKE, reserve your trip 8 months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Philadelphia to General Mitchell International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia to General Mitchell International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Milwaukee in May when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from Philadelphia to MKE, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milwaukee, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Philadelphia to General Mitchell International Airport in January when temperatures average between -14ºC and 1ºC.
More about Milwaukee
After locking in your flight from Philadelphia to General Mitchell International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Milwaukee:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum are must-visits when exploring Milwaukee.
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