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$55+ Cheap flights from California to Milwaukee (MKE)

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LAX — MKE
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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Round-trip from

$130
(Frontier)

One-way from

$55
(Frontier)

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Cheapest flights from California to Milwaukee
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Milwaukee. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/512:59 amONT - MKE
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Thu 3/1310:32 amMKE - ONT
1 stop15h 37mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/912:59 amLAS - MKE
1 stop6h 28mFrontier
Sun 4/1310:32 amMKE - LAS
1 stop9h 57mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$130
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/912:59 amLAS - MKE
1 stop6h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/132:45 pmMKE - LAS
Nonstop3h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$146
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/206:15 amSAN - MKE
1 stop5h 49mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/269:16 pmMKE - SAN
1 stop14h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18$166
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/111:23 pmLAS - MKE
Nonstop3h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sun 4/132:45 pmMKE - LAS
Nonstop3h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$170
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1910:40 amLAX - MKE
1 stop20h 52mFrontier
Wed 3/266:55 pmMKE - LAX
1 stop26h 23mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$180
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/92:35 pmLAX - MKE
1 stop16h 52mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/237:48 pmMKE - LAX
1 stop20h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$193
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/206:15 amSAN - MKE
1 stop5h 49mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/2710:32 amMKE - SAN
1 stop15h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$193
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/269:00 amLAX - MKE
1 stop7h 53mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/37:48 pmMKE - LAX
1 stop12h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$208
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 4/258:08 amBUR - MKE
1 stop8h 45mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/307:48 pmMKE - BUR
1 stop13h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$223
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 3/2112:15 amSFO - MKE
1 stop8h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/291:21 pmMKE - SFO
1 stop11h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$237
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 3/17:43 pmSFO - MKE
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Sun 3/1610:32 amMKE - SFO
1 stop16h 11mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$239

Find flights from California to Milwaukee within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Milwaukee 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 February 20, 2025.

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California

Fly to

Milwaukee

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Depart

Return

Price

OntarioMilwaukee

ONT - MKE

ONTMKE

Ontario

Wed 3/5

12:59 am-9:32 am

1 stop6h 33m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 3/13

10:32 am-12:09 am

1 stop15h 37m

$130

Las VegasMilwaukee

LAS - MKE

LASMKE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 4/9

12:59 am-9:27 am

1 stop6h 28m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 4/13

10:32 am-6:29 pm

1 stop9h 57m

$130

Las VegasMilwaukee

LAS - MKE

LASMKE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 4/9

12:59 am-9:27 am

1 stop6h 28m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 4/13

2:45 pm-4:41 pm

Nonstop3h 56m

$146

San DiegoMilwaukee

SAN - MKE

SANMKE

San Diego

Thu 3/20

6:15 am-2:04 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 3/26

9:16 pm-9:41 am

1 stop14h 25m

$166

Las VegasMilwaukee

LAS - MKE

LASMKE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 4/11

1:23 pm-6:53 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 4/13

2:45 pm-4:41 pm

Nonstop3h 56m

$170

Los AngelesMilwaukee

LAX - MKE

LAXMKE

Los Angeles

Wed 3/19

10:40 am-9:32 am

1 stop20h 52m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 3/26

6:55 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop26h 23m

$180

Los AngelesMilwaukee

LAX - MKE

LAXMKE

Los Angeles

Wed 4/9

2:35 pm-9:27 am

1 stop16h 52m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 4/23

7:48 pm-2:06 pm

1 stop20h 18m

$193

San DiegoMilwaukee

SAN - MKE

SANMKE

San Diego

Thu 3/20

6:15 am-2:04 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 3/27

10:32 am-12:20 am

1 stop15h 48m

$193

Los AngelesMilwaukee

LAX - MKE

LAXMKE

Los Angeles

Sat 4/26

9:00 am-6:53 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 5/3

7:48 pm-6:15 am

1 stop12h 27m

$208

BurbankMilwaukee

BUR - MKE

BURMKE

Burbank Bob Hope

Fri 4/25

8:08 am-6:53 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 4/30

7:48 pm-7:13 am

1 stop13h 25m

$223

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Travel insights for flights from California to Milwaukee

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Milwaukee including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Milwaukee (average of $280). Flying from California to Milwaukee in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 CA to MKE?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Milwaukee. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Milwaukee as you normally would.

Rainfall in Milwaukee by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Milwaukee ranges from 1.4 - 4.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Milwaukee when rainfall is around 1.4 in.

Temperature in Milwaukee by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Milwaukee, 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 21.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Milwaukee

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Milwaukee. 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 Milwaukee. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from California to Milwaukee. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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

    Most people fly into Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) if they book a flight to Milwaukee from California. Milwaukee-Mitchell is conveniently located just 6.4 mi from Milwaukee’s city center.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $55. Users have also found prices from $76 and $119 on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from California to Milwaukee consider Los Angeles - Milwaukee-Mitchell, San Francisco - Milwaukee-Mitchell or Ontario - Milwaukee-Mitchell as they are the most popular.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Milwaukee (average of $280). Flying from California to Milwaukee in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 8 airlines flying from California to Milwaukee

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Milwaukee. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$107Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$140Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$181Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$231Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$277Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$280Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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