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Cheapest round-trip
$312
Typical prices: $382-$559
Southwest
Sat 12/8Sat 12/15
MKE - PDX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$159
Typical prices: $195-$362
United Airlines
Sat 1/6
MKE - PDX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
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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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 55% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 15% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $389 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 6h 20m (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

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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3:40 pm - 9:30 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
7h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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1:50 pm - 9:45 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$312Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
American Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 7:47 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
6h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:14 am - 1:55 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 41m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$317American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
Delta Logo
10:11 am - 6:59 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
10h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 2:30 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 30m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$317Delta
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5
Delta Logo
12:44 pm - 6:59 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
8h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:57 pm - 9:11 amPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
8h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$317Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
3:33 pm - 10:27 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
8h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 8:59 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 44m1 stop Denver Intl
$317United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:31 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
6h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 5:40 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$317United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
Southwest Logo
5:15 am - 10:50 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
7h 35m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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11:25 am - 10:40 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
9h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$317Southwest
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12
American Airlines Logo
4:54 pm - 12:09 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
9h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:08 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$317American Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 20
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 10:17 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
8h 52m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:46 pm - 2:27 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
21h 41m2 stops San Francisco Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$395Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Thu, Dec 31
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:06 am - 1:27 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-PDX Portland
9h 21m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:02 am - 3:01 pmPDX  Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$417Alaska 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 from Milwaukee to Portland with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Portland start at $312. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $382 to $559. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $312 on Southwest.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Portland, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% 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 Portland?

  • May is the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Portland at $395 round-trip.
  • July ($572) and June ($504) 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 prices from Milwaukee to Portland the cheapest?

Flights from Milwaukee to Portland are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 55% 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 Portland flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$159
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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.

  • 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).

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Milwaukee to Portland:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 22% on the Milwaukee to Portland route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $415 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $532, a difference of $117. 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 Portland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Portland are Moda Center, Oregon Convention Center and OHSU Center for Health and Healing. These are among the most viewed places in Portland on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 52% above the route average of $466. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Milwaukee to Portland?

    A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Portland takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $311 to $1,142. 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 $208, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 20m, compared with 6h 24m via Denver Intl (DEN) 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 car rental options are available at Portland Airport (PDX)?

    Portland Airport (PDX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Payless

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

    Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Portland range from $382 to $559, with an average of $466 over the past 12 months. Anything below $382 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $415 - about $117 less than Sunday (22% 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 55% 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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