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$89+ Cheap flights from Milwaukee (MKE) to San Francisco Bay Area

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MKE — SFO
Nov 20 — Nov 271
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Milwaukee (MKE) to San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH). 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 November 15, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 15, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 11/235:15 amMKE - SFO
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/255:00 amSFO - MKE
1 stop6h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/14$230
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Thu 12/125:40 pmMKE - SFO
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/79:15 amSFO - MKE
2 stops10h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/15$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Mon 11/256:00 amMKE - SFO
1 stop9h 20mDelta
Fri 11/296:10 amSFO - MKE
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/15$256
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Sun 12/227:15 pmMKE - SFO
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Wed 12/257:05 amSFO - MKE
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 11/14$338
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 12/63:31 pmMKE - SJC
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/96:00 amSJC - MKE
1 stop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/14$366
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Fri 12/62:37 pmMKE - SJC
1 stop10h 29mDelta
Mon 12/96:59 pmSJC - MKE
2 stops12h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/14$370
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 12/65:00 amMKE - SJC
3 stops28h 46mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/93:56 pmSJC - MKE
3 stops27h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/14$395
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Thu 11/286:00 amMKE - SJC
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/58:00 amSJC - MKE
1 stop8h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/14$482
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/296:52 amMKE - OAK
1 stop9h 31mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/34:49 pmOAK - MKE
2 stops26h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/13$501
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Thu 11/282:28 pmMKE - SJC
2 stops21h 20mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/56:15 amSJC - MKE
1 stop29h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/14$543
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Thu 11/282:28 pmMKE - OAK
1 stop26h 21mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/56:00 amOAK - MKE
1 stop29h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/14$545
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Mon 12/25:15 amMKE - SJC
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Wed 12/42:10 pmSJC - MKE
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 11/14$566

Find flights from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 15, 2024.

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MilwaukeeOakland

MKE - OAK

MKEOAK

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 1/20

8:44 pm-11:46 am

1 stop17h 02m

Oakland

Mon 2/3

5:30 am-7:49 pm

1 stop12h 19m

$170

MilwaukeeSan Francisco

MKE - SFO

MKESFO

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 1/14

12:05 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop9h 44m

San Francisco

Tue 1/21

6:15 am-3:10 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$220

MilwaukeeSan Francisco

MKE - SFO

MKESFO

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 1/14

1:00 pm-8:36 pm

2 stops9h 36m

San Francisco

Tue 1/21

6:00 am-4:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$225

MilwaukeeSan Francisco

MKE - SFO

MKESFO

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 11/25

6:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop9h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 11/29

6:10 am-5:00 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$256

MilwaukeeSan Francisco

MKE - SFO

MKESFO

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 2/13

4:50 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 2/21

12:58 am-8:46 am

1 stop5h 48m

$279

MilwaukeeSan Jose

MKE - SJC

MKESJC

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 1/15

1:00 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops12h 27m

San Jose

Mon 1/27

11:19 am-7:49 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$297

MilwaukeeSan Jose

MKE - SJC

MKESJC

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 2/8

7:39 am-12:27 pm

1 stop6h 48m

San Jose

Tue 2/18

6:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$306

MilwaukeeOakland

MKE - OAK

MKEOAK

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 3/7

2:44 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop10h 59m

Oakland

Wed 3/12

9:46 am-1:48 pm

1 stop26h 02m

$325

MilwaukeeSan Jose

MKE - SJC

MKESJC

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 5/6

6:40 am-11:12 pm

1 stop18h 32m

San Jose

Wed 5/7

1:45 pm-4:29 am

1 stop12h 44m

$331

MilwaukeeSan Francisco

MKE - SFO

MKESFO

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 4/25

2:36 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop7h 42m

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

4:40 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$335

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Travel insights for flights from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 15, 2024.

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

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated November 15, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,439 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,861 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,194 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    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 San Francisco Bay Area.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area are American Airlines ($115), Spirit Airlines ($118), and Frontier ($124).

  • What are the most popular routes from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most travelers choose Milwaukee-Mitchell - San Francisco, Milwaukee-Mitchell - Oakland or Milwaukee-Mitchell - San Jose when deciding on the best route from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Milwaukee to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 15, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$109Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
FrontierCheapest$146Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$147Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$299Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$300Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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