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Cheapest round-trip
$249
Typical prices: $280-$417
United Airlines
Sun 10/7Sun 10/14
IND - MKE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$125
Typical prices: $178-$275
United Airlines
Fri 10/19
IND - MKE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Indianapolis and Milwaukee. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 25% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Baltimore/Washington (BWI)
Cheapest • Avg $280 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 3h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to Milwaukee (IND-MKE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Indianapolis to Milwaukee

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
United Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 10:07 amIND  Indianapolis-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:32 pm - 11:44 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IND Indianapolis
4h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$249United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
Delta Logo
5:55 pm - 8:06 pmIND  Indianapolis-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 11m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:49 pm - 12:05 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IND Indianapolis
4h 16m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$283Delta
Sun, Feb 7 - Wed, Feb 10
Delta Logo
10:25 am - 12:27 pmIND  Indianapolis-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 02m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
9:20 am - 2:15 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IND Indianapolis
3h 55m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$283Delta
Thu, Oct 8 - Fri, Oct 9
United Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 10:07 amIND  Indianapolis-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 4:34 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IND Indianapolis
3h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$300United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
American Airlines Logo
1:06 pm - 6:21 pmIND  Indianapolis-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:18 pm - 7:15 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IND Indianapolis
4h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$313American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
United Airlines Logo
4:55 pm - 7:09 pmIND  Indianapolis-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:56 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IND Indianapolis
4h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$313United Airlines
Sun, Feb 7 - Wed, Feb 10
American Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 2:47 pmIND  Indianapolis-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:53 am - 3:17 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IND Indianapolis
5h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$315American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Southwest Logo
6:50 am - 11:05 amIND  Indianapolis-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:10 am - 1:55 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IND Indianapolis
6h 45m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
$323Southwest
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 8:22 pmIND  Indianapolis-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 07m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:42 pm - 12:13 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IND Indianapolis
4h 31m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$368Delta
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
Southwest Logo
7:50 pm - 11:45 pmIND  Indianapolis-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
7:55 am - 4:20 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IND Indianapolis
7h 25m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Nashville Intl
$388Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Indianapolis to Milwaukee flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?

Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Milwaukee start at $249. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $280 to $417. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $249 on United Airlines.

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Key details for Indianapolis to Milwaukee flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$125
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Indianapolis to Milwaukee

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Indianapolis to Milwaukee based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Indianapolis to Milwaukee flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?

    Flights from Indianapolis to Milwaukee usually depart from Indianapolis (IND) and arrive at Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Indianapolis to Milwaukee:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Indianapolis to Milwaukee pass through?

    One-stop flights from Indianapolis to Milwaukee most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 76% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?

    On the Indianapolis to Milwaukee route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 33%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $280 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $417: a $137 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Milwaukee?

    Some of the most popular sights in Milwaukee are Fiserv Forum, Baird Center and Pabst Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Milwaukee on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?

    A nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Milwaukee takes 0h 00m, covering 238 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Indianapolis to Milwaukee changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $283 to $1,875. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Indianapolis to Milwaukee looking right now?

    One-way fares from Indianapolis to Milwaukee are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $310, which is 13% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 37m, compared with 3h 38m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 52m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Milwaukee?

    Milwaukee is 1 hour behind Indianapolis (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE)?

    Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Indianapolis to Milwaukee flight?

    Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Milwaukee range from $280 to $417, with an average of $317 over the past 12 months. Anything below $280 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Indianapolis to Milwaukee flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $280 - about $137 less than Monday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Indianapolis to Milwaukee trip for April. Fares historically average $238 round-trip in that month - typically $198 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport.
    - Best Western Plus Milwaukee Airport Hotel & Conference Center
    - Hyatt Place Milwaukee Airport
    - Super 8 by Wyndham Milwaukee Airport

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