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$88+ Cheap flights from Milwaukee (MKE) to Illinois

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MKE — ORD
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
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Round-trip from

$179
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$88
(Mytrip)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$276

Good round-trip deal

$360 or less

Good one-way deal

$182 or less
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Cheapest flights from Milwaukee to Illinois
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/271:48 pmMKE - ORD
Nonstop0h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/45:18 pmORD - MKE
Nonstop0h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$179
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1710:32 amMKE - STL
1 stop22h 34mFrontier
Sat 4/196:51 pmSTL - MKE
1 stop14h 36mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$208
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/910:35 amMKE - ORD
1 stop5h 50mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/1110:33 amORD - MKE
1 stop21h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$213
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1510:20 amMKE - ORD
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/196:05 pmORD - MKE
Nonstop1h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/296:20 amMKE - STL
1 stop4h 10mDelta
Tue 5/61:46 pmSTL - MKE
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/30$263
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/99:15 amMKE - STL
2 stops24h 00mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/1110:10 amSTL - MKE
2 stops32h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/234:35 pmMKE - STL
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Sun 5/47:45 pmSTL - MKE
1 stop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/29$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/1611:20 amMKE - STL
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/204:28 pmSTL - MKE
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$311
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1512:31 pmMKE - EVV
1 stop4h 18mDelta
Sat 4/195:29 pmEVV - MKE
1 stop4h 24mDelta
Deal found 3/30$335
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/910:35 amMKE - STL
3 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1110:10 amSTL - MKE
3 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/159:58 amMKE - EVV
2 stops11h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/192:56 pmEVV - MKE
1 stop18h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1110:20 amMKE - STL
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/1510:40 amSTL - MKE
1 stop4h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$416

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Milwaukee to Illinois that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milwaukee to Illinois that are best for you.

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Milwaukee

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Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 4/27

6:37 pm-7:34 pm

Nonstop0h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

12:26 pm-1:18 pm

Nonstop0h 52m

$179

MilwaukeeSt. Louis

MKE - STL

MKESTL

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 4/17

10:32 am-9:06 am

1 stop22h 34m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 4/19

6:51 pm-9:27 am

1 stop14h 36m

$208

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 4/15

12:32 pm-12:20 am

1 stop11h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/16

7:47 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop20h 18m

$240

MilwaukeeSt. Louis

MKE - STL

MKESTL

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 4/29

6:20 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 10m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/6

1:46 pm-8:11 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$263

MilwaukeeSt. Louis

MKE - STL

MKESTL

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 5/9

9:15 am-9:15 am

2 stops24h 00m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 5/11

10:10 am-6:59 pm

2 stops32h 49m

$291

MilwaukeeSt. Louis

MKE - STL

MKESTL

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 4/23

4:35 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 5/4

7:45 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop3h 35m

$303

MilwaukeeSt. Louis

MKE - STL

MKESTL

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 7/16

11:20 am-4:47 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 7/20

4:28 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$311

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 5/2

3:52 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/2

7:55 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$319

MilwaukeeEvansville

MKE - EVV

MKEEVV

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 4/15

12:31 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop4h 18m

Evansville Dress Regional

Sat 4/19

5:29 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$335

MilwaukeeSt. Louis

MKE - STL

MKESTL

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 5/9

10:35 am-11:45 am

3 stops25h 10m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 5/11

10:10 am-9:40 am

3 stops23h 30m

$343

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Best time to book a flight from Milwaukee to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Milwaukee to Illinois?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Milwaukee to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MKE to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Milwaukee to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

When flying from Milwaukee to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Milwaukee to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Milwaukee to Illinois. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

The most flights from MKE to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Illinois. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Milwaukee to Illinois. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Milwaukee to Illinois. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Milwaukee to Illinois?

    Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE), located 6.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Milwaukee to Illinois.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Milwaukee to Illinois one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $88. Users have also found prices from $110 and $114 on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Milwaukee to Illinois?

    Most travelers choose Milwaukee-Mitchell - Lambert-St Louis, Milwaukee-Mitchell - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Milwaukee-Mitchell - Chicago Midway when deciding on the best route from Milwaukee to Illinois.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Milwaukee to Illinois?

    Consider Republic Airways (93%), Avianca (87%) or Copa Airlines (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Milwaukee to Illinois.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Milwaukee to Illinois?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Milwaukee to Illinois? While on average our users pay $1,964, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $118. The most popular route (Milwaukee-Mitchell - Lambert-St Louis), is priced around $249.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Milwaukee to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Milwaukee to Illinois flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Milwaukee to Illinois?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Milwaukee to Illinois.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Milwaukee to Illinois?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Milwaukee to Illinois by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Milwaukee to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Milwaukee to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Milwaukee to Illinois

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Milwaukee to Illinois. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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