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Cheapest round-trip
$249
Typical prices: $260-$515
Southwest
Mon 11/12Wed 11/14
SDF - MKE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$125
Typical prices: $143-$293
Southwest
Sat 11/10
SDF - MKE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Louisville and Milwaukee. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 25% price drop
September
Most popular
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Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $321 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 3h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Louisville to Milwaukee (SDF-MKE)

 

Cheap flights from Louisville to Milwaukee with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 16
Delta Logo
8:05 am - 11:29 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:41 pm - 12:10 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$271Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
Southwest Logo
8:45 am - 11:00 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
6:25 pm - 12:25 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SDF Louisville Intl
5h 00m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$271Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
6:21 am - 11:08 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:04 am - 12:43 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$271American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
Southwest Logo
5:10 pm - 11:35 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 25m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
7:55 am - 9:05 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SDF Louisville Intl
12h 10m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
$282Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8
Southwest Logo
7:35 pm - 10:15 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
7:55 am - 9:05 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SDF Louisville Intl
12h 10m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
$282Southwest
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Nov 28
United Airlines Logo
9:02 am - 1:32 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:33 pm - 10:30 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SDF Louisville Intl
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$308United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
1:59 pm - 5:25 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
9:35 am - 1:53 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 18m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$552Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Oct 30
United Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 10:13 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:33 pm - 8:52 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$577United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Oct 30
United Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 10:13 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:33 pm - 8:52 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$597United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Oct 30
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:13 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 7:30 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SDF Louisville Intl
10h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$697United Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Louisville to Milwaukee flights

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

Round-trip flights from Louisville to Milwaukee typically range from $260 to $515. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $249, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Louisville to Milwaukee?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Louisville to Milwaukee. It’s 28% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 69% higher.

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Key details for Louisville to Milwaukee flights

Cheapest flight

$125
The most popular month to fly with an average 59% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Louisville to Milwaukee

When to book flights from Louisville to Milwaukee

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Louisville 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 Louisville to Milwaukee flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Louisville to Milwaukee.

  • How long is a flight from Louisville to Milwaukee?

    A nonstop flight from Louisville to Milwaukee takes 00m, covering 348 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Louisville 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Louisville to Milwaukee range from $260 to $515, with an average of $343 over the past 12 months. Anything below $260 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Louisville 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 $271 to $778. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Louisville to Milwaukee are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $239, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 $26 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Louisville to Milwaukee usually depart from Louisville Intl (SDF) and arrive at Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 58% on flights from Louisville to Milwaukee. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $248 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $581, a difference of $333.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 21m, compared with 3h 36m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 4h 04m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Louisville and Milwaukee?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Milwaukee?

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

Your guide to booking Louisville to Milwaukee flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $248, about $333 less than Saturday fares (57% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Louisville to Milwaukee trip for December. Fares historically average $258 round-trip in that month - typically $338 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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
    • Hampton Inn Milwaukee-Airport
    • Holiday Inn & Suites Milwaukee Airport By IHG

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