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.
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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.
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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)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near MKE:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around two weeks before your Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport flight.
The street address for MKE is 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
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.
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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
Start your Milwaukee trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright and Miller Park are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Milwaukee must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Milwaukee County Zoo.
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.