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Cheapest round-trip
$238
Typical prices: $305-$489
Frontier
Wed 1/31Tue 2/6
MKE - IAH • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$359
Typical prices: $327-$510
United Airlines
Mon 1/22Fri 1/26
MKE - IAH • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 3h 12m
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 54% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 15% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $142 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to George Bush Intcntl (MKE-IAH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to George Bush Intcntl

Sun, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 6
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8:15 am - 8:52 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
24h 37m1 stop Orlando
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5:01 am - 7:16 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
26h 15m1 stop Orlando
$238Frontier
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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10:15 am - 9:24 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
23h 09m1 stop Orlando
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8:19 pm - 5:26 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
21h 07m1 stop Orlando
$252Frontier
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
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4:54 pm - 9:55 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:25 pm - 8:17 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$257American Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Wed, Jan 6
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4:54 pm - 12:26 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
7h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:08 pm - 8:31 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$257American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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7:09 am - 2:07 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 58m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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3:00 pm - 11:09 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
8h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$257American Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Dec 6
Frontier Logo
6:11 pm - 9:24 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
15h 13m1 stop Orlando
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7:39 pm - 5:18 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
21h 39m1 stop Orlando
$260Frontier
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
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2:40 pm - 10:52 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
8h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:57 pm - 10:45 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
2h 48mnonstop
$359United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 16
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5:00 am - 9:45 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
4h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:55 pm - 10:47 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
2h 52mnonstop
$359United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 3
Delta Logo
8:10 am - 1:17 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 07m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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5:25 am - 11:48 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$379Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 26
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6:30 am - 1:17 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 47m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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11:05 am - 4:23 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 18m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$379Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport typically range from $305 to $489. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $238, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport at $330 round-trip.
•October ($458) and December ($444) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 54% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$100
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 33% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

When to book flights from Milwaukee to George Bush Intcntl

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Your Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:45 am and lands at 10:57 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:35 pm and lands at 8:47 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 12m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport takes 3h 12m, covering 985 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport range from $305 to $489, with an average of $389 over the past 12 months. Anything below $305 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 32% above the $389 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $142 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $406 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 $252 to $1,848. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $163, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH)?

    Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $40 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • ACO Rent A Car
    • Easirent
    • America Car Rental
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Flights from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $351 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $467, a difference of $116.

    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 airlines fly from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Milwaukee and Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 49m, compared with 5h 08m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 11m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What popular places can I visit in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport are George R. Brown Convention Center, Daikin Park and Houston Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $351, about $116 less than Monday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 54% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $330 round-trip in that month - typically $128 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $142 round-trip on this route - about $264 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport.

    • Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental

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Find which airlines fly direct from Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Milwaukee-Mitchell to Houston George Bush Intcntl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

United Airlines

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Thursday

United Airlines

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Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

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Houston George Bush Intcntl to Milwaukee-Mitchell

Monday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

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