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Cheapest round-trip
$233
Typical prices: $299-$511
American Airlines
Mon 11/26Mon 12/3
MKE - PIT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$117
Typical prices: $168-$294
Southwest
Mon 11/19
MKE - PIT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Milwaukee and Pittsburgh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 27% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Cheapest • Avg $308 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 3h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh (MKE-PIT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:56 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 56m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:17 amPIT  Pittsburgh-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$233American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 11:50 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
7:10 pm - 10:20 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 10m1 stop Nashville Intl
$233Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 11:50 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
2:20 pm - 9:30 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
8h 10m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis
$238Southwest
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
United Airlines Logo
6:18 pm - 11:59 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:07 pm - 5:43 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$296United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
2:51 pm - 7:34 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PIT Pittsburgh
3h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:17 amPIT  Pittsburgh-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$296American Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 10
American Airlines Logo
3:34 pm - 11:13 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PIT Pittsburgh
6h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:41 pm - 7:32 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$308American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Mon, Dec 21
Delta Logo
5:30 pm - 11:13 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 43m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
10:31 am - 12:30 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
2h 59m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$329Delta
Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Jan 5
United Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 1:18 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PIT Pittsburgh
3h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:54 pm - 4:46 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Mon, Dec 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:27 pm - 9:34 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PIT Pittsburgh
16h 07m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:59 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
16h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$1,248Alaska Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Mon, Dec 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:23 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PIT Pittsburgh
17h 23m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:59 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
16h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$1,393Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Milwaukee to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh typically range from $299 to $511. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $233, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 50% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh at $264 round-trip.
•February ($527) and December ($511) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 99% 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 Pittsburgh flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$117
Beat the crowds with an average 42% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 28% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh

When to book flights from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh?

    A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh takes 00m, covering 429 miles.

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

    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 Pittsburgh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh range from $299 to $511, with an average of $362 over the past 12 months. Anything below $299 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $308 round-trip via Lambert-St Louis (STL), compared to $1,080 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh 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 $233 to $1,089. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $161, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Pittsburgh Airport (PIT)?

    Pittsburgh Airport (PIT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Budget
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at Pittsburgh (PIT).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Milwaukee to Pittsburgh. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $314 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $546, a difference of $232.

    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 Pittsburgh?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 21m, compared with 3h 22m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 3h 50m via Lambert-St Louis (STL).

  • What is the time difference between Milwaukee and Pittsburgh?

    Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Pittsburgh are PNC Ballpark, PPG Paints Arena and David L Lawrence Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Pittsburgh on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Milwaukee to Pittsburgh 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $314, about $232 less than Tuesday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to Pittsburgh trip for November. Fares historically average $264 round-trip in that month - typically $263 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Lambert-St Louis Airport (STL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $308 round-trip on this route - about $772 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 Pittsburgh Airport.

    • Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport

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