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Find cheap flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee from $100

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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Milwaukee (SFO-MKE)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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12:59 am - 8:44 amSFO-MKE
5h 45m1 stop
9:29 am - 6:57 amMKE-SFO
23h 28m1 stop
$190Frontier
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Tue, May 28 - Sat, Jun 8
7:49 am - 8:44 amSFO-MKE
22h 55m1 stop
9:34 am - 11:59 pmMKE-SFO
16h 25m1 stop
$217Frontier
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Tue, May 21 - Sat, Jun 1
5:45 pm - 10:47 amSFO-MKE
15h 02m1 stop
6:05 pm - 10:56 pmMKE-SFO
6h 51m1 stop
$235Sun Country Air
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Thu, May 16 - Fri, May 31
5:00 am - 6:02 pmSFO-MKE
11h 02m1 stop
6:15 am - 2:35 pmMKE-SFO
10h 20m1 stop
$246American Airlines
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Sat, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 1
6:10 pm - 5:57 pmSFO-MKE
21h 47m1 stop
6:05 pm - 10:56 pmMKE-SFO
6h 51m1 stop
$247Sun Country Air
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Sat, May 18 - Fri, May 31
12:46 am - 10:10 amSFO-MKE
7h 24m1 stop
5:55 pm - 11:33 pmMKE-SFO
7h 38m1 stop
$248Delta
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Fri, Aug 2 - Sat, Aug 10
12:07 am - 10:09 amSFO-MKE
8h 02m1 stop
5:28 pm - 12:11 amMKE-SFO
8h 43m1 stop
$250Delta
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Fri, Jun 7 - Wed, Jun 26
12:59 pm - 11:25 pmSFO-MKE
8h 26m2 stops
5:27 pm - 12:31 amMKE-SFO
9h 04m1 stop
$284American Airlines
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Wed, May 29 - Sat, Jun 8
5:15 am - 1:43 pmSFO-MKE
6h 28m1 stop
5:15 am - 10:13 amMKE-SFO
6h 58m1 stop
$359United Airlines
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Wed, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 29
11:34 pm - 10:15 amSFO-MKE
8h 41m1 stop
5:15 am - 9:49 amMKE-SFO
6h 34m1 stop
$368United Airlines
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Mon, Jun 17 - Sat, Jun 29

Flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Milwaukee?

The average price of all flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Milwaukee on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to San Francisco, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Milwaukee?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee is February, where tickets cost $276 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets is $566 and $492 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Milwaukee?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Milwaukee, you should book around 2 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 80 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 3 days, Frontier offered the best one-way deal for that route, at $100. KAYAK users also found San Francisco to Milwaukee round-trip flights on Frontier from $190 and on Sun Country Air from $235.

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Low season

February

High season

June

Cheapest flight

$100
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 25% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Milwaukee based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee

  • What is the preferred means of transport to the city center from MKE?

    To go from the airport to the central business district of the city, the most convenient modes of transportation are a taxi, a shuttle, or a bus. They are situated at the entrances of each and every terminal.

  • What services are available at the rental car center at Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport?

    There are several rental companies that provide specialized services for customers, such as baby seats, child seats, booster seats, and hand controls to cater to the requirements of various kinds of passengers. Additionally, some workplaces include self-service kiosks, which both boost productivity and convenience, allowing for transactions to be completed without any complications.

  • Are there hotels near SFO airport?

    Your stay will find you in one of our luxurious rooms, complete with floor-to-ceiling windows that look out over the harbor or the airport. The opulent Grand Hyatt at SFO can be found just next to San Francisco International Airport. Because of its proximity to the airport's main entrance, the hotel may be reached quickly and easily by automobile or by using the SFO AirTrain from any terminal.

  • Are there parking services at SFO airport?

    The Domestic Garage, International Garage A, International Garage G, Long Term Garage, and Long Term Surface are the five primary lots at San Francisco International Airport that are used for on-site parking. There are an extra 150 parking spaces available for valet parking. Plenty of parking spaces are available, however they tend to fill up fast.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Milwaukee?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Milwaukee was $100 for a one-way ticket and $190 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Milwaukee?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from San Francisco to Milwaukee. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Milwaukee?

    San Francisco and Milwaukee are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San Francisco from San Francisco and will be arriving at Milwaukee-Mitchell.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Milwaukee?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Milwaukee, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Milwaukee from San Francisco?

    Denver is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Milwaukee.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee, Delta or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee are Delta and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $396 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $240 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Milwaukee?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Milwaukee from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Milwaukee with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and MKE can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Milwaukee?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Milwaukee from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from SFO to Milwaukee

  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has lounges available for those who want to unwind. Passengers leaving from San Francisco International Airport have access to the American Express Centurion Lounge, a high-end airport lounge serving some of the finest cuisine and beverages in the world. Everything from the complimentary Wi-Fi to the tasty regional meals to the wine tasting guarantees a fantastic day.
  • There are 19 breastfeeding rooms accessible to mothers at SFO, 13 of which are private, big, and beautiful. Women who need a private space to breastfeed or express milk may find one here at the airport. Terminals 1, 2, and 3 all provide private nursing rooms for mothers to use before or after passing through security.
  • There are a few designated areas in each terminal at San Francisco International Airport where pets may relieve themselves. After clearing security, passengers at Terminal 1 or Terminal 3 may use such facilities. Follow the painted paw prints to the curbside pre-security checkpoint on the Arrivals Level of the terminal. These checkpoints are located along the airport's outside boundary.
  • The Milwaukee Airport (MKE) has a medium-sized terminal with three concourses (C, D, and E), a total of 38 gates, and around two dozen restaurants and retail establishments spaced out between the concourses and the main landside terminal. There is free Wi-Fi accessible to pass the time. Access to the airport's first class lounge may be had for a price, offering passengers the opportunity for even greater levels of luxury.
  • Airports in both Milwaukee and San Francisco are well-equipped to accommodate disabled travelers. Before arriving at the airport, passengers may seek assistance in renting a wheelchair or navigating the airport terminal. Before, during, or after using the airport's services, passengers are encouraged to approach any member of staff for assistance. Asking about the airport could be a good place to start if you ever find yourself in need of assistance in this area.
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Top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Milwaukee

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Milwaukee. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 10818 reviews
8.6Crew
7.4Food
8.2Boarding
8.0Entertainment
7.9Comfort
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Checking in at the airport the agent only booked the first keg of my trip and had my checked luggage going to the airport with a layover! Never was issued a boarding pass for the second leg or received sticker fir my checked bag. All was well in the end! Delta agents helped to resolve the situation!!!

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, May 2024ATL - ATW
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Checking in at the airport the agent only booked the first keg of my trip and had my checked luggage going to the airport with a layover! Never was issued a boarding pass for the second leg or received sticker fir my checked bag. All was well in the end! Delta agents helped to resolve the situation!!!

There was a loud squeaky sound the whole time we were flying.

I didn’t not like that I could not select my seat and ended up with the worse seat.

The landing was bad and the hostess came two times and i was sleeping but when she served the person that nexts to me I woke up and she didn’t even asked me if I need any drink or snacks two times!!!!

Plane was late because of a mechanical malfunction and the food listed as available was not. Flight attendants seem over worked and under paid. They just done seem happy. And that can be seen in their faces.

Had assistance at airport getting from arrivals gate to departure gate; I couldn't have managed without that extra help. Thank you Delta.

Waited 3 hours on a plane to de-ice due to manpower issues. Waited another hour and a half once we landed because of a gate issue. Missed my connections. Created. A total of 13 hours of delay.

Great, on time departure, friendly and accommodating crew, great leg room, Smith flight

Plane was turned around due to fog half way into the flight, Delta did not properly direct passengers to stay on same flight and instead failed to properly rebook on Alaska

Like most domestic flights in the US, you are basically on your own with this airline when it comes to food, so be sure to purchase meals and drinks ahead of time or expect to arrive starving and dehydrated (like I was).

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

United WiFi is consistently unusable (it can take 10 mins to load a single web page). If you need Wifi to do work, be prepared to lose half a day of productivity.

Awful. I got stuck next to a person carrying a dog and behind someone with a dog. People need to board these dogs downstairs. The cabin is crowded enough with your pets

Packed in like sardines, very uncomfortable. Sitting the aisle my shoulder was rammed into numerous times by rushing flight attendants. Also flight was very cold.

Airline did not explain reasons why flight was delayed two hours. Explanations were badly needed and rarely provided. Problem seemed to clearly be the airline’s fault and not the fault of the weather or airport.

Very uncomfortable seats and seat backs, and I am only 5’9”. Delayed due to crew issues, spent a long time with no ventilation. Teeny overhead bins. Wifi worked well. Arrived safely.

I was delighted that we were able to get on the 4:40 pm flight rather than our original booking at 6:55 pm!! Other than that, the flight was comfortable and landed early😊

Our flight was delayed many times throughout the day. The final delay was about 8 hours. I spent time in line to speak to someone at their understaffed desk, and also spent time waiting online and then chatting with a service rep. None of the United employees were any help at all. I desperately wanted to go get rest and possibly re-book my trip but I was denied any compensation or voucher for a hotel. I was repeatedly told it was not United's fault and therefore they had no compensation to offer. Overall, a cold and callous experience.

Paid WiFi was only available for a few minutes. Avoid at all costs.

Everything was great, only problem was that flights were delayed

Horrible - they lied to me about baggage & boarding, even though I specifically spoke to their agents the day before my flight about my issue. When I showed up they did not let me board and stranded me at my airport until I bought a new flight with money I did not have to spend.

American cancelled our flight home. Zero option for hotel, alternative transportation and took 3 hours to find our bags so we could take a 3 hour UBER ride home on our dime. Never flying AA again.

The experience was great and much better than the flight going out. of course I was in first class but the service was excellent

Comfort of seats, ease of boarding. Food selection could be better

Food options were limited which is absolutely embarrassing for a Flight of this size The staff did not come around as much and I am not accustomed to such poor service from American Airlines Drinks I believe were limited to soda and water

Crew were attentive and friendly. Flight was smooth and early! I enjoyed the less crowded plane. Thank you!

We are gluten free, there were not any available complimentary gluten free options.

No meal on a cross country flight? SFO-MiA is pretty much the definition of a coast to coast flight. No meal provided. Sky high wi-fi rates too. Stop nickel and diming your customers.

The staff was unprofessional and didn’t communicate very well. The boarding process was very disheveled, potentially due to a power outage the previous day but there was no contingency plan to properly get passengers boarded the following day. Once boarded the aircraft stayed on the tarmac for over 45 minutes due to high winds. The communication was sporadic but an announcement was finally made an additional 30 minutes later that the flight was cancelled but we couldn’t get off the plane. Prior to deplaning one of the gate agents came on the plane and made an announcement for everyone to pickup their checked bags and take a card to rebook a new reservation because they didn’t have adequate staff. Flights were missed, passengers went to different airports and there was little to no assistance from AA.

Apart from the delay due to unforeseen circumstances. The leg from sjc to dfw was fine. It was the leg from dfw to orf that we encountered issues mainly due to the flight attendant crew not being friendly. We had two small children and we needed some assistance to warm up milk so the baby would sleep. The crew just didn’t get it and made things very difficult. One made a remark that the baby’s dirty diaper smell was a “gift” to the plane in a rude way. Normally I’d brush that off as a funny comment if the rest of the trip the attendants were helpful or understanding of the difficulty we faced. But that wasn’t the case. We were met with rudeness on the second leg. Whereas on the first leg the crew were so nice and helpful.

They were flexible and let my daughter and I sit in the back of the plane.

A flight attendant appeared to not be in a good mood that served us; felt she was being short. Overhead announcements were very loud compared to other airlines and the message was not friendly and was a little confusing. This flight was particularly over all was not satisfying compared to previous Sun Country flights.

Airlines should have to add their fees to their fares

I am upset with the hidden fees for bringing on an overhead carryon onto flight and also having to pay for my seat selection. This should all be part of the original price of the ticket. Very poor customer service

Sun country Wi-Fi was not working. Flight was overbooked by two people. Had to pay extra for carryons day before flight and I don’t like hidden fees like that.

WiFi did not work. Woman flight attendant in the rear of the plane was moody.

Flight delayed over 3 hrs due to unexplained issue. No text message to notify.

Well we did not realize at first it was a ground transfer, but we really enjoyed it and would definitely recommend to friends and family. Our driver was awesome and the ride was wonderful. A bathroom on board would have been nice, but at least we were warned that there wasn't one so we went ahead of time.

We were on a fairly long flight and they offered nothing for a snack (unless you paid) and then quickly gave you a drink and were never to be seen again. I would have loved a refill on my water but that was not an option. The flight attendants were standing on ther phone when we boarded and left and never even greeted us. Any other flight I have been on they would have welcomed us on the plane and again greeted us as we got off. Our landline transfer from MSP to Rochester on the other hand was FANTASTIC! We would highly recommend!

Took forever to get the plane loaded and unloaded. Longest I have ever had. I was in the middle of the plane and it almost took a hour after landing to get off of the plane.

Our flight was delayed an hour, then when we got to board our flight finally, we were waiting in our seats for take off for 45 minutes before it was communicated that there was a maintenance issue therefore we waited on the plane for over an hour while that was resolved. We did not get to Phoenix until almost 3 hours after we were originally supposed to. This was the first and last time I will be flying Frontier.

There were 3 leg for the trip and each leg was delayed by 90 minutes or more. The boarding process takes forever with people waiting on the jetway even though most folks do not have carry-on. The whole process is poorly managed.

They cancelled the flight then did nothing to help us rebook. It was awful - I won’t fly with them again

The process of buying the ticket and navigating all the hidden charges that Frontier throws at you was a terrible experience. The actual airport experience and flying was fine.

The truck that was refueling the plane drove away with the hose still connected to the plane and ripped part of the plane off with it

Flight was cancelled and I had to spend the night in the airport lugging my suitcase around

Terrible. Seats are bad and the baggage policy is inconsistent

Better than I expected but I did pay for a seat and carry on bags ahead of time.

I hope to avoid flying with them in the future. First flight got cancelled then got stuck with a 13 hour layover in Denver. The process was long and frustrating to many people.

Flight was delayed on the runway for 40 minutes the crew did not even offer even water to passengers to compensate for the flight delayed. The flight was delayed due to aircraft mechanical issues. Worst customer service ever

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to Milwaukee found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
6/4Tue
1 stopFrontier
22h 54mSFO-MKE
$100
8/13Tue
1 stopFrontier
22h 31mSFO-MKE
$109
9/14Sat
1 stopAmerican Airlines
7h 35mSFO-MKE
$123
8/12Mon
1 stopDelta
8h 48mSFO-MKE
$124
6/14Fri
1 stopDelta
8h 02mSFO-MKE
$125
6/9Sun
1 stopSun Country Air
15h 08mSFO-MKE
$135
6/15Sat
1 stopSun Country Air
18h 10mSFO-MKE
$143
5/19Sun
1 stopUnited Airlines
8h 31mSFO-MKE
$186
5/18Sat
1 stopUnited Airlines
8h 08mSFO-MKE
$231
5/13Mon
1 stopAmerican Airlines
11h 07mSFO-MKE
$263

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Last minute flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to Milwaukee that are departing in the next 10 days.
5/9Thu
multi-stopFrontier
17h 18mSFO-MKE
5/13Mon
multi-stopFrontier
22h 56mMKE-SFO
$280
5/7Tue
multi-stopFrontier
7h 58mSFO-MKE
5/13Mon
multi-stopFrontier
22h 56mMKE-SFO
$317
5/11Sat
multi-stop
21h 47mSFO-MKE
5/15Wed
multi-stop
21h 54mMKE-SFO
$334
5/10Fri
multi-stopDelta
7h 28mSFO-MKE
5/15Wed
multi-stopDelta
8h 12mMKE-SFO
$528
5/11Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
8h 15mSFO-MKE
5/15Wed
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
9h 07mMKE-SFO
$531
5/11Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
8h 46mSFO-MKE
5/15Wed
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
9h 07mMKE-SFO
$538
5/10Fri
multi-stopDelta
7h 40mSFO-MKE
5/12Sun
multi-stopDelta
8h 12mMKE-SFO
$626
5/9Thu
multi-stopUnited Airlines
13h 58mSFO-MKE
5/12Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
6h 24mMKE-SFO
$779
5/7Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
8h 08mSFO-MKE
5/8Wed
multi-stopUnited Airlines
8h 36mMKE-SFO
$814
5/7Tue
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
10h 38mSFO-MKE
5/8Wed
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
7h 24mMKE-SFO
$1,510

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San Francisco (SFO)United States

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