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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Milwaukee that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 14
6:00 am - 11:05 amLGA New York LaGuardia-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
4:25 pm - 10:55 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-LGA New York LaGuardia
5h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
$284Southwest
Thu, Sep 10 - Fri, Sep 11
2:35 pm - 8:20 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 45m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
5:40 pm - 11:20 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-LGA New York LaGuardia
4h 40m1 stop Nashville Intl
$284Southwest
Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 20
6:10 am - 10:00 amLGA New York LaGuardia-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
5:00 am - 10:17 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-LGA New York LaGuardia
4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$285United Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
6:45 pm - 8:41 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
2h 56mnonstop
6:37 pm - 12:59 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$289Delta
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15
7:00 pm - 8:50 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
2h 50mnonstop
2:55 pm - 10:02 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6:29 am - 10:00 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
2h 31mnonstop
$319United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York to Milwaukee flights
Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from New York to Milwaukee with more confidence.
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How much is a round-trip flight from New York to Milwaukee?
This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Milwaukee departing in September.
Round-trip flights from New York to Milwaukee start at $284. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $329 to $584. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $284 on Southwest.
What is the cheapest New York to Milwaukee flight route?
KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyzes pricing trends to identify the best available fares.
Newark Airport (EWR) to Milwaukee (MKE) is the cheapest New York to Milwaukee route, averaging $381 round-trip. Other New York to Milwaukee routes average $446, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Milwaukee?
Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Milwaukee, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 42% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.
What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Milwaukee?
KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from New York to Milwaukee, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.
February is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Milwaukee at $329 round-trip.
December ($479) and June ($475) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are prices from New York to Milwaukee the cheapest?
Flights from New York to Milwaukee are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to Milwaukee?
Southwest ($284) and United Airlines ($285) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from New York to Milwaukee according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.
Which airline offers the most nonstop flights between New York and Milwaukee?
Delta and United Airlines offer the most frequent nonstop flights from New York to Milwaukee, at 33 and 21 flights per week respectively. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.
How often are flights from New York to Milwaukee delayed?
Over the last 12 months New York to Milwaukee flights were delayed in 18% of cases. Delayed flights averaged 128 minutes behind schedule.
What is the most punctual time of day to fly from New York to Milwaukee?
Night flights have the fewest delays. Afternoon departures experience delays most often. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which day of the week has the fewest delays on New York to Milwaukee flights?
Wednesday has the fewest flight delays on the New York to Milwaukee route, at only 14% of flights delayed.
Sunday has the most delays at 23%. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which airline is the most punctual on New York to Milwaukee flights?
Delta is the most punctual airline on New York to Milwaukee flights, KAYAK's system tracked that 83% of flights were on time in the past 3 months.
What is the most popular layover airport when flying from New York to Milwaukee?
KAYAK data for 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months. Only counts itineraries with the same layover on both legs.
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the New York to Milwaukee route. 32% 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 New York to Milwaukee?
Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $214. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which route, including a layover, takes the shortest amount of time from New York to Milwaukee?
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from New York to Milwaukee at 3h 59m one-way, 1h 19m longer than the 2h 40m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
When flying from New York to Milwaukee which airport offers the shortest layover?
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) had the shortest average connection time for New York to Milwaukee layovers at 145 minutes over the past 3 months.
How many nonstop flights run daily between New York and Milwaukee?
There are 6 to 8 flights per day from New York to Milwaukee, about 54 flights per week. Monday has the most departures, with 15% of weekly flights.
What time of day do most flights depart from New York to Milwaukee?
Based on KAYAK flight schedules for the upcoming 3 months.
Most nonstop flights from New York to Milwaukee depart in the morning, accounting for 38% of nonstop departures. Around 3 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.
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Your New York to Milwaukee flight questions, answered
Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.
Does MKE have a USO?
Yes. The USO at MKE is located in the Main Terminal, landside. If you are an active-duty member of the US military or their family, and you want to refresh and regroup before you head into Milwaukee, visit the USO on Monday and Tuesday from 8 am to 8 pm and on Wednesday through Sunday from 8 am to 6 pm. In this lounge, you can enjoy relaxing furniture, TV, reading materials, computers, refreshments, and more.
Does MKE provide private spaces for nursing moms?
Yes. If you are traveling Mom who needs to breastfeed or pump when you deplane at MKE, you can use one of the Mamava lactation suites that MKE has installed in the Main Terminal, on Concourse C, and on Concourse D. Each unit is a freestanding 4x8 fiberglass cabin that features a fold-down table between two benches, an electrical outlet, a USB port, a mirror, and a coat hook.
Which of the NYC airports have pet relief areas in the terminals?
All three NYC airports provide animal relief stations so that your four-legged companion can go to the bathroom before you board your flight to Milwaukee. Newark (EWR) has eight pet relief stations throughout its terminals. LaGuardia (LGA) has a pet relief station in every terminal, at least one pre-security and one post-security. JFK has two animal relief stations in the airport.
What's the most convenient way to get to an NYC Airport?
Taking a cab is the most convenient option, since you don't have to rely on a public transportation schedule. When you catch a cab from Manhattan, there will be a flat rate to whichever airport you're going to. There will also be a surcharge based on the time of day. On top of that, you’ve got to add in a tip for the driver. All in all, the cost of a cab ride from Manhattan to one of the NYC airports comes to about $90 to $100.
Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York to Milwaukee flights?
Among airlines operating New York to Milwaukee flights:
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.
What airlines are available from New York to Milwaukee?
2 airlines operate flights between New York and Milwaukee. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
• Delta • United Airlines
Which airports can I use when flying from New York to Milwaukee?
Flights from New York to Milwaukee may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE).
Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York to Milwaukee flights?
Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class • 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 travelers should check the fare details before booking.
What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York to Milwaukee?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from New York to Milwaukee:
• Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class
How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New York to Milwaukee?
On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $214 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $444 for nonstop.
What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New York to Milwaukee?
There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.
Which airports do connecting flights from New York to Milwaukee pass through?
One-stop flights from New York to Milwaukee most commonly connect through:
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 32% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 25% of one-stop connections • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 18% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 6% 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 New York to Milwaukee?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the New York to Milwaukee route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $412 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $613, a difference of $201. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
At what point is a flight considered delayed from New York to Milwaukee?
A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the New York to Milwaukee route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 8 minutes.
How are flight departures from New York to Milwaukee spread across the day?
Morning is the busiest departure period on New York to Milwaukee flights, with 38% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 37%, night flights for 25%, and afternoon flights for 0%.
What popular places can I visit in Milwaukee?
Some of the most popular sights in Milwaukee are Fiserv Forum, Baird Center and Pabst Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Milwaukee on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from New York to Milwaukee?
A nonstop flight from New York to Milwaukee takes 2h 40m, covering 730 miles.
What are the earliest and latest flights from New York to Milwaukee?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York to Milwaukee:
• Earliest: departs at 8:26 am and lands at 11:06 am • Latest: departs at 9:59 pm and lands at 12:39 am.
The flight takes about 2h 40m.
How expensive are last-minute New York to Milwaukee flights?
Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 30% above the route average of $429. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
Do I need a passport to fly from New York to Milwaukee?
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 New York to Milwaukee 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 $284 to $1,249. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from New York to Milwaukee looking right now?
One-way fares from New York to Milwaukee are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $172, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.
How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from New York to Milwaukee?
Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.
Is it cheaper to take a train or bus instead of flying between New York and Milwaukee?
Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between New York and Milwaukee is around $284 round-trip, with a flight time of about 6h 45m. Recent bus fares are around $217, with a trip time of about 23h 55m. Compared with flying, recent bus fares are roughly 24% lower. However, taking the bus takes about 17+ hours longer each way.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York to Milwaukee?
Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 59m, compared with 4h 41m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 5h 09m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).
What is the time difference between New York and Milwaukee?
Milwaukee is 1 hour behind New York (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE)?
Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include: · Dollar · Budget · Alamo · Hertz · Sixt
How much should I expect to pay for a New York to Milwaukee flight?
Round-trip flights from New York to Milwaukee range from $329 to $584, with an average of $429 over the past 12 months. Anything below $329 counts as a good deal.
Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York to Milwaukee flights?
Delta is the only airline on the New York to Milwaukee route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.
Your guide to booking New York to Milwaukee 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 Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $412 - about $201 less than Monday (33% 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 41% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Milwaukee trip for February. Fares historically average $329 round-trip in that month - typically $150 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Delta is the strongest pick on this route. 83% of Delta flights from New York to Milwaukee arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 82%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 8 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
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 $214 round-trip on this route - about $230 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
All three New York City airports (NYC) fly to Milwaukee (MKE). JFK and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are both hubs for American Airlines and Delta. The Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) serves as a hub for United Airlines. The Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is the biggest airport in the state of Wisconsin but does not serve as a hub for any airlines.
You can get a non-stop, one-stop, and two-stop flights depart for MKE from all three NYC airports. For example, you can depart from LGA on Delta, from EWR on United, and from JFK JetBlue for a direct flight. American, Delta, and United all operate flights with one stop in cities such as Charlotte (CLT), Chicago (ORD), and Detroit (DTW).
MKE has adult changing facilities in the public restrooms located in their Main Terminal and on Concourse D. These accommodations help assist caregivers by providing height-adjustable, adult-sized changing tables.
When you land at MKE, as you are working your way out of the airport, consider taking time to visit the Gallery of Flight Aviation History Museum located landside on the Upper Level between Concourse C and D. This museum displays vintage memorabilia and articles detailing some of the strides and adventures of the pioneers of aviation in Milwaukee and throughout Wisconsin.
If you are traveling with an animal who will not be in the cabin with you, you might want to consider flying out of JFK. The ARK at JFK is an animal reception center that is dedicated to the safe and humane handling and treatment of animals in transit, including pets, horses, exotic animals, and birds.
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