Flying from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE): what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main airport is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Check out your departure options from this terminal when booking flights from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE).
Approximately 3 hours 12 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport.
Milwaukee is 1 hour behind Fort Lauderdale. General Mitchell International Airport is located in Milwaukee, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) is the most popular route. There are 0 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Southwest Airlines at 15:45. Go for the first FLL to MKE departure with Southwest Airlines at 12:55 if you want to get going earlier.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Fort Lauderdale to MKE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Take the express route from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) can be booked from here.
When departing from FLL, you can take a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport with Southwest Airlines.
From the centre of Fort Lauderdale, FLL is approximately 8 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
About General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport. Reserve 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.
It takes around 39 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
For a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport, $110 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just $255. These are the lowest fares right now but could change depending on availability.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
May is the quietest time to fly to Milwaukee. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Lock in your flight from Fort Lauderdale to MKE for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Milwaukee to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -14ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Milwaukee
After locking in your flight from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Milwaukee:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum are must-visits when exploring Milwaukee.
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