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Cheapest round-trip
$265
Typical prices: $292-$500
American Airlines
Sun 11/4Wed 11/7
MKE - CLE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$116
Typical prices: $215-$275
Frontier
Sat 10/20
MKE - CLE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Milwaukee and Cleveland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 31% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $201 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 3h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Cleveland (MKE-CLE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to Cleveland

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
American Airlines Logo
11:38 am - 4:18 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
3h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:59 pm - 8:02 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$221American Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
American Airlines Logo
7:19 pm - 12:03 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
3h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:12 am - 8:07 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$251American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
9:32 am - 3:16 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
4h 44m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
4:00 pm - 8:22 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 22m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$265Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
Delta Logo
9:32 am - 1:25 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
2h 53m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
10:45 am - 12:32 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
2h 47m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$265Delta
Mon, Oct 5 - Fri, Oct 9
Southwest Logo
5:00 pm - 9:00 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
3h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
9:00 pm - 12:20 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 20m1 stop Nashville Intl
$283Southwest
Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Oct 31
Frontier Logo
10:15 am - 8:57 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
21h 42m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
8:30 am - 10:16 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
26h 46m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
$290Frontier
Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Oct 31
Frontier Logo
10:15 am - 8:57 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
21h 42m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 10:16 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
29h 16m1 stop Orlando
$291Frontier
Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 14
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:34 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
3h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:56 pm - 9:55 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$301United Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
6:18 pm - 11:59 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
4h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:56 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$301United Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
5:50 pm - 11:10 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
4h 20m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 9:20 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 30m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$301Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Milwaukee to Cleveland flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Milwaukee to Cleveland with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Cleveland start at $265. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $292 to $500. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $265 on American Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Cleveland, it is 20% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 22% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Cleveland?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Cleveland at $252 round-trip.
  • August ($556) and July ($533) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 120% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Milwaukee to Cleveland flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$116
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 29% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Milwaukee to Cleveland

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

    Flights from Milwaukee to Cleveland usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Milwaukee to Cleveland?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $201 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $464 for nonstop.

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 55% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 1% 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 Milwaukee to Cleveland?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 35% on the Milwaukee to Cleveland route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $292 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $446, a difference of $154. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cleveland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cleveland are Progressive Field, Huntington Bank Field and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. These are among the most viewed places in Cleveland on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Milwaukee to Cleveland?

    A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Cleveland takes 0h 00m, covering 327 miles.

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

    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 Milwaukee to Cleveland 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 $221 to $925. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Milwaukee to Cleveland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $152, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 16m, compared with 3h 19m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 3h 53m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Milwaukee and Cleveland?

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

  • What car rental options are available at Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport (CLE)?

    Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport (CLE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty

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

    Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Cleveland range from $292 to $500, with an average of $364 over the past 12 months. Anything below $292 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Milwaukee to Cleveland 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 Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $292 - about $154 less than Thursday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to Cleveland trip for January. Fares historically average $252 round-trip in that month - typically $304 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $201 round-trip on this route - about $263 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport.
    - Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Airport
    - Extended Stay America Select Suites - Cleveland - Airport

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