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Cheapest round-trip
$279
Typical prices: $393-$565
American Airlines
Wed 12/5Fri 12/7
MKE - PDX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$140
Typical prices: $207-$371
Alaska Airlines
Sat 12/1
MKE - PDX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Milwaukee and Portland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 60% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $389 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Portland (MKE-PDX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to Portland

Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:37 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
9h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:30 pm - 10:37 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$279American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Dec 9
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 11:00 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
8h 20m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:23 am - 3:27 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
8h 04m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$279Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
Delta Logo
7:20 am - 12:25 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
7h 05m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
11:53 am - 9:31 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 38m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$279Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Wed, Dec 16
Delta Logo
6:24 am - 12:27 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
8h 03m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 4:36 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
8h 36m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$279Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
United Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 3:19 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
8h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 10:52 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 57m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$279United Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Wed, Dec 16
United Airlines Logo
10:38 am - 3:19 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
6h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:26 pm - 10:15 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$279United Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Wed, Dec 16
Southwest Logo
5:55 am - 11:30 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
7h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:15 am - 11:15 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
11h 00m2 stops San Diego Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$284Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
Southwest Logo
5:45 am - 10:40 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
6h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
11:40 am - 9:30 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Lambert-St Louis
$284Southwest
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:33 pm - 8:51 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
6h 18m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:22 am - 11:59 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
13h 37m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$299Alaska Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 21
American Airlines Logo
12:41 pm - 8:46 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
10h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:59 am - 9:41 amPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$317American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Milwaukee to Portland 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 Portland?

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Portland typically range from $393 to $565. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $279, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Portland. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Portland at $395 round-trip.
•July ($572) and November ($513) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 44% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Milwaukee to Portland the cheapest?

Flights from Milwaukee to Portland are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 60% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Milwaukee to Portland flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$140
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Milwaukee to Portland

When to book flights from Milwaukee to Portland

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Milwaukee to Portland?

    A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Portland takes 00m, covering 1,712 miles.

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

    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 Portland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Portland range from $393 to $565, with an average of $476 over the past 12 months. Anything below $393 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Milwaukee to Portland flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 66% above the $476 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Milwaukee to Portland 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 $279 to $1,188. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Milwaukee to Portland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $151, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Portland Airport (PDX)?

    Portland Airport (PDX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $57 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Payless

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

    Flights from Milwaukee to Portland usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at Portland (PDX).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Milwaukee to Portland. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $422 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $532, a difference of $110.

    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 Portland?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 16m, compared with 6h 24m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 6h 29m via Kansas City (MCI).

  • What is the time difference between Milwaukee and Portland?

    Portland is 2 hours behind Milwaukee (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Portland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Portland are Moda Center, Oregon Convention Center and Tom McCall Waterfront Park. These are among the most viewed places in Portland on KAYAK.

  • Are there fun activities to do at MKE?

    Suppose you have time to kill before your flight at MKE. If that is the case, you can visit the Gallery of Flight Aviation History Museum located at the airport’s landside between Concourses C and D. The museum offers an entertaining and informative display of memorabilia explaining the history of the airport.

  • What public transport options do I have to get to MKE?

    If you are getting to MKE via public transport, you can use buses, taxis, or trains. For instance, the MCTS GreenLine buses connect the airport to nearby towns such as downtown Milwaukee, UVM, and Bayshore Town Center. When you board a train to the airport, it will drop you at Milwaukee Airport Rail Station. A taxi from a nearby town will drop you at the taxi lane, opposite Baggage Claim 3.

  • Where can I get information at PDX?

    You can get assistance with whatever needs you may have at any of the information booths in the airport. The booths are located at the two main entrances of the airport. The airport staff are friendly, and always willing to help.

  • Is there a children’s play area in PDX?

    If you have landed in PDX with kids and are in no hurry to leave the airport, you can take advantage of the play areas in the airport. Both are located airside, one of them is at Concourse C near Gate C17, and the other one is at Concourse D, next to Gate D7.

Your guide to booking Milwaukee to Portland 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $422, about $110 less than Sunday fares (21% 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 60% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to Portland trip for May. Fares historically average $395 round-trip in that month - typically $177 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Portland Airport.

    • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland Air, OR
    • Radisson Hotel Portland Airport
    • Holiday Inn Portland-Airport (I-205) By IHG
  • Milwaukee Airport (MKE) is a civil-military airport serving the Milwaukee region of Wisconsin. The airport is located 5.8 miles south of downtown Milwaukee. It serves as a hub for airlines such as American Airlines, United Airlines, JetBlue, Spirit, and Delta Air Lines. Portland Airport (PDX) is the main airport serving the Oregon area. Located 12 miles northeast of downtown Portland, PDX serves as a hub for Air Canada, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Boutique Air, and Volaris.
  • On the day your flight is scheduled from MKE to PDX, it is in your best interest to arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before take-off. Arriving this early allows you enough time to go through MKE’s mandatory and time-consuming security checks without the risk of missing your flight.
  • MKE has a USO lounge which is freely accessible to active members of the US military and members of their families. The lounge is located Landside at the entrance of Concourse D. It offers comfortable couches with complimentary snacks, bites, and a TV.
  • If you are traveling with an infant, you would be delighted to learn that PDX is baby-friendly. The airport has nursing rooms at the airside section of the airport near Caper’s Café, and next to Gate D2. The rooms are well-equipped to provide the comfort and privacy required.
  • In case you are heavy-laden with luggage, PDX provides baggage carts to help you move your bags from one point to another. Moreover, if you wish to leave your luggage within the airport, Luggage Services and Logistics provides lockers for safekeeping. The lockers can be found at the north end of the baggage claim, past carousel 10.

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