Cheap Flights from Philadelphia (PHLA) to Milwaukee (MKE)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $341. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia to Milwaukee General Mitchell flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Philadelphia to Milwaukee General Mitchell

Philadelphia to Milwaukee General Mitchell: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Philadelphia to Milwaukee below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Milwaukee General Mitchell.

Philadelphia to Milwaukee: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$331
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week70

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia to Milwaukee General Mitchell: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia to Milwaukee General Mitchell is $331. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia to Milwaukee General Mitchell.
American Airlines, PSA Airlines and Piedmont Airlines fly direct from Philadelphia to Milwaukee General Mitchell.
As of June 2026, there are 105 flights per week flying from Philadelphia to Milwaukee General Mitchell.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Milwaukee General Mitchell is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport on Wednesday, 16 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 24 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Milwaukee General Mitchell but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Milwaukee is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE): What you need to know

  • Start your adventure at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), the main airport in Philadelphia. Search for flights from Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) that take off from this terminal.

  • Take a direct Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.

  • Milwaukee is one hour behind Philadelphia. Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is located in Milwaukee, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.

  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) is the most popular route. There are 15 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with American Airlines at 7:45pm. Go for the first PHL to MKE departure with American Airlines at 8:15am if getting there sooner works for you.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Philadelphia to MKE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.

  • Peak months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.

Airports in Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • You can book a direct flight from Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).

  • When taking off from PHL, you can take a direct flight from Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport with American Airlines.

  • American Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from PHL to MKE.

  • The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is American Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 76.56% of the time.

  • PHL is around 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:

  • When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • PHL's address is 8500 Essington Ave.

Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Philadelphia to TTN in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.

  • Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Philadelphia to MKE flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Trenton-Mercer Airport:

  • Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Trenton-Mercer Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.

  • TTN is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.

About Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)

Getting from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to central Milwaukee

  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport to central Milwaukee is roughly 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is $170. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $331. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To find cheap flights from Philadelphia to MKE, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport ticket.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Philadelphia to MKE.

  • Chase down a great fare on a flight from Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE). Visit Milwaukee in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.

  • Before locking in your Philadelphia to MKE plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milwaukee, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport in January when temperatures are between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).

More about Milwaukee

Explore more of the United States

  • Milwaukee will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres south of Milwaukee, a trip to Chicago will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.

  • 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.

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