$1,696 Cheap Flights from Milwaukee (MKE) to Merced (MCE)

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Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Merced (MKE-MCE)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $1,696 for one-way flights and $959 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 14
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$959 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$959
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $959 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Sun, Dec 14
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$977 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$977
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $977 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 13
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$984 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$984
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $984 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 14
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$991 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$991
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $991 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 13
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$1,002 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,002
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $1,002 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 13
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$1,016 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,016
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $1,016 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 17
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$1,022 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,022
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $1,022 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 16
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$1,025 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,025
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $1,025 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Sun, Dec 7 - Sun, Dec 14
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$1,031 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,031
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 7 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $1,031 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 17
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$1,040 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,040
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $1,040 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 16
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$1,043 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,043
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $1,043 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 17
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$1,054 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,054
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $1,054 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Sun, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 13
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$1,056 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,056
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 7 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $1,056 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 16
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$1,057 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,057
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $1,057 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 11
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$1,065 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,065
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $1,065 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 11
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$1,083 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,083
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $1,083 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Sun, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 17
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$1,094 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,094
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 7 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $1,094 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$1,097 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,097
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $1,097 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Sun, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 11
MKE
Milwaukee
MCE
Merced
$1,137 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,137
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 7 from Milwaukee to Merced, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $1,137 found 3 days ago

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Flights from Milwaukee (MKE) to Merced (MCE)
Origin airport
General Mitchell Intl.
Destination airport
Merced Municipal
Roundtrip price
$959
Distance
1755 mi

Milwaukee to Merced Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Milwaukee to Merced

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Milwaukee to Merced are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Milwaukee to Merced with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Milwaukee to Merced

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Milwaukee to Merced: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Milwaukee to Merced

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Milwaukee to Merced in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $1,696 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Milwaukee to Merced flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Milwaukee to Merced airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $1,696 or cheap return flight from $959 from General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE)?
Planning your trip for December may help you find better deals, as it's the cheapest month for flights between MKE and MCE. You'll usually find the lowest fares during the off-season.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE)?
To find the cheapest airline that'll fly you from MKE to MCE, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel needs, such as preferred carriers and ideal departure window. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to discover the cheapest flight right away.
How many flights per day from General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE)?
There aren't any daily nonstop flights from General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE). But you can choose flights with layovers. Filter your search on Expedia to include one or more stops, and you'll be on your way in no time.
What day of the week has the most flights from MKE to MCE?
Friday is typically the busiest day for flights, while Tuesday is often the quietest.* Keep in mind that flight schedules can vary depending on a range of factors, including the time of year and airline.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE)?
To avoid potential delays on the General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) route, travel before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book your flight from MKE to MCE often results in higher prices. While you may come across some last-minute offers, they're not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your itinerary to maximize your chances of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a MKE to MCE flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a MKE to MCE flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. After choosing your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras including tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE)?
If you reserved your MKE to MCE flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for further details.

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