Flying from Glasgow to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Glasgow. Explore your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when searching for a flight from Glasgow to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE).
The timezone in Milwaukee is UTC-5, which is five hours behind Glasgow. General Mitchell International Airport is located in Milwaukee.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Glasgow to MKE. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during high season, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
GLA is about 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, data shows 70.07% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
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76.7% of all departures from Glasgow Prestwick Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
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You'll find MKE at 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
Getting from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to central Milwaukee
From General Mitchell International Airport, central Milwaukee is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to General Mitchell International Airport is $4,346. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,950. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Glasgow to MKE, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Glasgow to General Mitchell International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. May is the quietest month to go to Milwaukee. July is when most people book flights from Glasgow to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Milwaukee is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to MKE flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to General Mitchell International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Milwaukee
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Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Milwaukee. Around 121 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Millennium Park, Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago.
Madison is another essential stop in the United States and is around 121 kilometres west of Milwaukee. No trip is complete without seeing Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Chazen Museum of Art and Madison Museum of Contemporary Art.
