$100 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Milwaukee (MKE)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Milwaukee (ORD-MKE)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $100 for one-way flights and $179 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 25
ORD
Chicago
MKE
Milwaukee
$179 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from Chicago to Milwaukee, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $179 found 1 hour ago
United
Tue, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 25
ORD
Chicago
MKE
Milwaukee
$179 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from Chicago to Milwaukee, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $179 found 1 hour ago
United
Mon, Dec 22 - Thu, Jan 1
ORD
Chicago
MKE
Milwaukee
$183 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Dec 22 from Chicago to Milwaukee, returning Thu, Jan 1, priced at $183 found 1 day ago
United
Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 13
ORD
Chicago
MKE
Milwaukee
$184 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Chicago to Milwaukee, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $184 found 11 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 17
ORD
Chicago
MKE
Milwaukee
$186 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Chicago to Milwaukee, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $186 found 5 days ago
United
Tue, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 25
ORD
Chicago
MKE
Milwaukee
$187 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from Chicago to Milwaukee, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $187 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 7
ORD
Chicago
MKE
Milwaukee
$189 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Chicago to Milwaukee, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $189 found 1 day ago
United
Sat, Oct 25 - Wed, Oct 29
ORD
Chicago
MKE
Milwaukee
$193 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Chicago to Milwaukee, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $193 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 15
ORD
Chicago
MKE
Milwaukee
$199 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from Chicago to Milwaukee, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $199 found 8 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 20
ORD
Chicago
MKE
Milwaukee
$243 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$243
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Chicago to Milwaukee, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $243 found 5 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Milwaukee (MKE)

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From $179 - $371 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Milwaukee

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to General Mitchell Intl. MKE. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 13 minutes. Flights from $244
MKE
General Mitchell Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center13 min
Flights from $244
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Milwaukee (MKE)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
General Mitchell Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$179
Distance
67 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 1 min

Chicago to Milwaukee Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Milwaukee

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 Chicago to Milwaukee are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to Milwaukee with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Milwaukee

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Milwaukee: 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 Chicago to Milwaukee

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 Chicago to Milwaukee in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $100 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 Chicago to Milwaukee 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 Chicago to Milwaukee 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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $100 or cheap return flight from $179 from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE)?
The cheapest month to fly from ORD to MKE is January, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is often when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE)?
You can fly nonstop from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE)?
American Airlines and United Airlines are well-known airlines offering reasonable fares. Remember that flight prices from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) can change depending on demand, seasonality and time of booking. With Expedia's search tool, you can easily find a ORD to MKE flight that works with your plans and budget.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE)?
Daily, an average of 12 nonstop flights take off from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE). Choose the departure that best suits your travel plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE)?
More passengers fly between ORD and MKE at 5 PM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it's quieter? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to MKE?
If you travel on a Saturday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE).
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE)?
O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)'s earliest flight to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) takes off at approximately 10:14AM UTC-6. With a total flight time of 57m, you'll touch down at around 11:11AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE)?
Flights from ORD to MKE have an average travel time of 1 hour. The total distance between the two airports is 65 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ORD to MKE?
With 91% of flights typically arriving on time, Lufthansa has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE). To keep track of your flight status and get notifications about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE)?
To land at General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) on time, book a flight that leaves O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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.
What airports do you fly into for Milwaukee from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Compare your flight options from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE). This is the only airport in Milwaukee you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from ORD to MKE shortly before your getaway is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your itinerary, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to MKE flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking an ORD to MKE flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having everything in one place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then tailor your trip with other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE)?
Generally, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your ORD to MKE flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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