MKE - CLE

$106 Find Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Cleveland - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$226
Typical prices: $291-$550
Frontier
Mon 11/19Fri 11/23
MKE - CLE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$106
Typical prices: $220-$288
Frontier
Sun 11/25
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.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 35% price drop
June
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $201 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 3h 11m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Cleveland!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Cleveland (MKE-CLE)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to Cleveland

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
Frontier Logo
10:15 am - 11:06 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
11h 51m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
9:31 pm - 5:26 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
20h 55m1 stop Orlando
$226Frontier
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 21
Frontier Logo
10:15 am - 11:06 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
11h 51m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
9:31 pm - 5:26 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
20h 55m1 stop Orlando
$228Frontier
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
6:42 pm - 11:59 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
4h 17m1 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
$233Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Nov 20
Delta Logo
1:16 pm - 6:40 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
4h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 8:50 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 40m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$253Delta
Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Jan 5
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 10:40 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
3h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
6:05 pm - 9:30 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 25m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
$256Southwest
Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Jan 5
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 8:50 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
3h 45m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 11:00 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 30m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$261Southwest
Wed, Dec 23 - Thu, Dec 31
American Airlines Logo
2:09 pm - 7:57 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
4h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:11 am - 1:37 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$265American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:32 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:11 am - 1:37 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$265American Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
United Airlines Logo
2:23 pm - 6:58 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
3h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 3:03 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$279United Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:41 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
3h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:19 pm - 2:58 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$296United Airlines
Booking Insights

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 with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Cleveland typically range from $291 to $550. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $226, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Cleveland. It’s 25% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

What’s 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 ($587) and July ($533) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 132% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Find deals

Key details for Milwaukee to Cleveland flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$106
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 52% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Milwaukee to Cleveland

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.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Milwaukee to Cleveland 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 Milwaukee to Cleveland?

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

  • How long is a flight from Milwaukee to Cleveland?

    A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Cleveland takes 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Cleveland range from $291 to $550, with an average of $385 over the past 12 months. Anything below $291 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $226 to $877. 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 $144, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty

  • 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).

  • 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) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Milwaukee to Cleveland. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $292 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $470, a difference of $178.

    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 Milwaukee to Cleveland?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 11m, compared with 3h 24m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 3h 54m 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 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $292, about $178 less than Thursday fares (38% 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 $335 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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

More options for your flight from Milwaukee to Cleveland

Complete your trip to Cleveland with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in Cleveland
Hotels in Cleveland
Vacations in Cleveland