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$136+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Milwaukee (MKE)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MKE
Apr 27 — May 41
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Milwaukee

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Milwaukee (MKE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$136
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$194

Good round-trip deal

$194 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Milwaukee-Mitchell flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Milwaukee-Mitchell flights.
From Chicago (CHI) to Milwaukee-Mitchell
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Milwaukee-Mitchell
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price ($104 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 11% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Milwaukee-Mitchell.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Milwaukee-Mitchell.

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Milwaukee
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Milwaukee. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/218:35 amORD - MKE
Nonstop0h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/2410:05 amMKE - ORD
Nonstop1h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$179
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Tue 5/209:02 pmORD - MKE
1 stop21h 57mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/277:54 pmMKE - ORD
1 stop15h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/22$233
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 5/312:09 pmORD - MKE
Nonstop1h 01mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/15:15 amMKE - ORD
Nonstop1h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$239
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 6/510:33 amORD - MKE
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/126:17 pmMKE - ORD
1 stop22h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$291
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/310:00 amORD - MKE
1 stop13h 59mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/106:18 amMKE - ORD
1 stop10h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/21$394
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 5/319:20 amMDW - MKE
1 stop13h 37mDelta
Sun 6/17:04 pmMKE - MDW
1 stop13h 32mDelta
Deal found 4/21$416
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 5/318:40 amORD - MKE
1 stop14h 17mDelta
Sun 6/16:34 amMKE - ORD
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/21$455

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Milwaukee that are best for you.

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Chicago

Fly to

Milwaukee

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoMilwaukee

ORD - MKE

ORDMKE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/21

8:35 am-9:22 am

Nonstop0h 47m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 5/24

10:05 am-11:05 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$179

ChicagoMilwaukee

ORD - MKE

ORDMKE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/20

9:02 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop21h 57m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 5/27

7:54 pm-10:55 am

1 stop15h 01m

$233

ChicagoMilwaukee

ORD - MKE

ORDMKE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/31

2:09 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop1h 01m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 6/1

5:15 am-6:20 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$239

ChicagoMilwaukee

ORD - MKE

ORDMKE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/5

10:33 am-7:43 am

1 stop21h 10m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 6/12

6:17 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop22h 58m

$291

ChicagoMilwaukee

ORD - MKE

ORDMKE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/3

10:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop13h 59m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 6/10

6:18 am-5:02 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$394

ChicagoMilwaukee

MDW - MKE

MDWMKE

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/31

9:20 am-10:57 pm

1 stop13h 37m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 6/1

7:04 pm-8:36 am

1 stop13h 32m

$416

ChicagoMilwaukee

ORD - MKE

ORDMKE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/31

8:40 am-10:57 pm

1 stop14h 17m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 6/1

6:34 am-2:28 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$455

ChicagoMilwaukee

ORD - MKE

ORDMKE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

5:05 am-11:27 am

2 stops30h 22m

$136

ChicagoMilwaukee

ORD - MKE

ORDMKE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/23

8:40 am-2:31 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$157

ChicagoMilwaukee

ORD - MKE

ORDMKE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/22

8:19 pm-9:27 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$167

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Deals found on 4/21

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Milwaukee

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Milwaukee in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Milwaukee flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Milwaukee flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Milwaukee flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Milwaukee flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Milwaukee flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Milwaukee

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Milwaukee from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Milwaukee

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Milwaukee (average of $280). Flying from Chicago 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 CHI to MKE?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 April 22, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 8% on flights from Chicago to Milwaukee by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Milwaukee

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Milwaukee. 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 April 22, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to MKE are scheduled on a Tuesday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

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 April 22, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Milwaukee, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Milwaukee. 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 into for flights to Milwaukee from Chicago?

    Located just 6.4 mi from the city center, Milwaukee-Mitchell is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Milwaukee from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) should be relatively easy as there are 37 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Milwaukee round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Milwaukee round-trip from $179. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $239, and Spirit Airlines, from $279. American Airlines is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $136. American Airlines flights start at $204 while deals on Delta start at $209 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago to Milwaukee on time: Republic Airways (100%), Aer Lingus (78%), SkyWest Airlines (72%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Milwaukee?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Milwaukee is $119. On average you can expect to pay $281. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Milwaukee-Mitchell), can usually be booked for $179.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Milwaukee 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 Chicago to Milwaukee?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Milwaukee (average of $280). Flying from Chicago 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 2 airlines flying from Chicago to Milwaukee

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 April 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$235Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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