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 (PWM).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Milwaukee to Portland: • Economy 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: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 45% of one-stop connections • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 19% of one-stop connections • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 11% of one-stop connections • Philadelphia (PHL) - 9% of one-stop connections Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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?

On the Milwaukee to Portland route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 21%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $386 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $486: a $100 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Milwaukee to Portland?

A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Portland takes 0h 00m, covering 883 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 are flight prices from Milwaukee to Portland looking right now?

One-way fares from Milwaukee to Portland are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $378, which is 68% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 35m, compared with 4h 50m via Philadelphia (PHL) and 4h 57m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

What is the time difference between Milwaukee and Portland?

Portland is 1 hour ahead of Milwaukee (Eastern 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 (PWM)?

Portland Airport (PWM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Budget • Alamo • Hertz • Movly

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Portland range from $383 to $528, with an average of $438 over the past 12 months. Anything below $383 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Milwaukee to Portland?

American Airlines ($325) and Delta ($325) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Milwaukee to Portland according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Milwaukee to Portland?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the Milwaukee to Portland route. 45% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Milwaukee to Portland?

Flights via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $411. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Milwaukee to Portland which airport offers the shortest layover?

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) had the shortest average connection time for Milwaukee to Portland layovers at 173 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $383-$528

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January

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Cheapest • Avg $411 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 4h 35m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to Portland

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3

6:10 am - 10:55 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

3h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway

3:25 pm - 9:20 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

6h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

$255Southwest

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3

6:10 am - 3:30 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

8h 20m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington

3:25 pm - 9:20 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

6h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

$260Southwest

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3

3:33 pm - 11:21 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

6h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

5:30 am - 11:28 amPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

6h 58m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$279United Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26

6:02 pm - 11:36 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

4h 34m1 stop Philadelphia

7:26 pm - 11:34 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

5h 08m1 stop Philadelphia

$325American Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

5:10 pm - 11:59 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

5h 49m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5:37 pm - 11:18 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

6h 41m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$325American Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21

1:20 pm - 9:01 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

6h 41m1 stop New York LaGuardia

6:01 am - 11:29 amPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

6h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$325Delta

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

2:59 pm - 11:35 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

7h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:01 am - 1:54 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

8h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$325Delta

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

7:18 am - 2:38 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

6h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:15 am - 11:30 amPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

7h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$330United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 21

10:15 am - 9:08 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

21h 53m1 stop Orlando

5:09 pm - 9:20 amPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

17h 11m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Orlando

$412Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19

10:15 am - 9:08 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

21h 53m1 stop Orlando

7:00 am - 9:20 amPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

27h 20m2 stops Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Orlando

$476Multiple Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Milwaukee to Portland

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

7:43 am - 4:24 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

7h 41m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5:30 am - 9:46 amPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

5h 16m1 stop Philadelphia

$574American Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

7:43 am - 4:24 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

7h 41m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5:30 am - 9:46 amPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

5h 16m1 stop Philadelphia

$584American Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

5:00 am - 1:55 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

7h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

6:00 am - 11:30 amPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

6h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$588United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

7:43 am - 4:24 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

7h 41m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5:30 am - 9:46 amPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

5h 16m1 stop Philadelphia

$594American Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

5:00 am - 1:55 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

7h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

6:00 am - 11:30 amPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

6h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$608United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

5:30 am - 1:04 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

6h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4:45 pm - 8:05 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

4h 20m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$609Delta

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

7:43 am - 4:24 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

7h 41m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5:30 am - 9:46 amPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

5h 16m1 stop Philadelphia

$609American Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

5:00 am - 1:55 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

7h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

6:00 am - 11:30 amPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

6h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$614United Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Thu, Sep 24

6:00 am - 1:16 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

6h 16m1 stop New York LaGuardia

2:10 pm - 8:54 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

7h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$620Delta

Sun, Sep 20 - Thu, Sep 24

5:30 am - 1:04 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

6h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:50 am - 6:18 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

7h 28m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$701Delta

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Price, demand and travel trends for Milwaukee to Portland flights

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Portland start at $325. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $383 to $528. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $325 on American Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Portland, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Low season	January
High season	September
Cheapest flight	$186

Best time to beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in price.

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.

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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 (PWM).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Milwaukee to Portland?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Milwaukee to Portland:

• Economy 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:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 45% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 19% of one-stop connections
• Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Philadelphia (PHL) - 9% of one-stop connections

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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?
On the Milwaukee to Portland route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 21%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $386 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $486: a $100 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How long is a flight from Milwaukee to Portland?
A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Portland takes 0h 00m, covering 883 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 are flight prices from Milwaukee to Portland looking right now?
One-way fares from Milwaukee to Portland are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $378, which is 68% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Milwaukee to Portland?
Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 35m, compared with 4h 50m via Philadelphia (PHL) and 4h 57m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).
What is the time difference between Milwaukee and Portland?
Portland is 1 hour ahead of Milwaukee (Eastern 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 (PWM)?
Portland Airport (PWM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Dollar
• Budget
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Movly
How much should I expect to pay for a Milwaukee to Portland flight?
Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Portland range from $383 to $528, with an average of $438 over the past 12 months. Anything below $383 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $386 - about $100 less than Tuesday (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to Portland trip for January. Fares historically average $340 round-trip in that month - typically $174 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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.
- Clarion Hotel Portland Airport Me
- La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
- DoubleTree by Hilton Portland

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