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Cheapest round-trip
$257
Typical prices: $317-$558
American Airlines
Sat 12/1Sun 12/2
EWR - MKE • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$339
Typical prices: $320-$576
United Airlines
Mon 12/3Sat 12/8
EWR - MKE • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 44m
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Most punctual • 90% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $356 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Newark to Milwaukee (EWR-MKE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Newark to Milwaukee

Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
5:27 pm - 10:40 pmEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:09 am - 3:59 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
7h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$257American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Nov 24
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 9:16 amEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
28h 16m1 stop Orlando
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6:11 pm - 9:53 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
26h 42m1 stop Orlando
$258Frontier
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
Frontier Logo
11:30 am - 5:26 pmEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 56m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
6:11 pm - 9:53 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
26h 42m1 stop Orlando
$278Frontier
Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Nov 20
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 9:16 amEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
28h 16m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
6:11 pm - 9:53 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
26h 42m1 stop Orlando
$298Frontier
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
2:16 pm - 8:00 pmEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:34 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
7h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$307American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
2:16 pm - 6:38 pmEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:34 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
7h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$307American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
8:29 am - 10:14 amEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
2h 45mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 2:21 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
2h 26mnonstop
$339United Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 9
United Airlines Logo
4:03 pm - 5:48 pmEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
2h 45mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
11:40 am - 3:00 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
2h 20mnonstop
$339United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 11
Delta Logo
7:10 am - 1:47 pmEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:26 pm - 9:01 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
4h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$359Delta
Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 4:07 pmEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 07m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
9:20 am - 3:52 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
5h 32m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$359Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Newark Airport to Milwaukee 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 Newark Airport to Milwaukee?

Round-trip flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee typically range from $317 to $558. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $257, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newark Airport to Milwaukee. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 64% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Milwaukee?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Milwaukee at $284 round-trip.
•July ($519) and September ($489) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee the cheapest?

Flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Newark Airport to Milwaukee flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$104
Beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 20% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Newark Airport to Milwaukee

When to book flights from Newark to Milwaukee

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Newark to Milwaukee based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Newark Airport to Milwaukee flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Newark Airport to Milwaukee:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:29 am and lands at 11:13 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:17 pm and lands at 12:01 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 44m.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Newark Airport to Milwaukee?

    A nonstop flight from Newark Airport to Milwaukee takes 2h 44m, covering 722 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Newark Airport 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee range from $317 to $558, with an average of $397 over the past 12 months. Anything below $317 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Newark Airport to Milwaukee flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the $397 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $356 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $408 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Newark Airport to Milwaukee?

    United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Newark Airport to Milwaukee flights are:

    • United Airlines: 90% on time
    • American Airlines: 29% on time
    • Delta: 22% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 89% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Newark Airport to Milwaukee spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Newark Airport to Milwaukee flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Newark Airport 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 $257 to $1,959. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Newark Airport to Milwaukee are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $184, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE)?

    Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $67 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee usually depart from Newark (EWR) and arrive at Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Newark Airport 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 Newark Airport to Milwaukee route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 07m.

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $355 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $653, a difference of $298.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Newark Airport to Milwaukee?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Newark Airport and Milwaukee.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 59m, compared with 5h 15m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 17m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Newark Airport and Milwaukee?

    Milwaukee is 1 hour behind Newark Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Milwaukee?

    Some of the most popular sights in Milwaukee are Fiserv Forum, Riverside Theater and Pabst Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Milwaukee on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Newark Airport to Milwaukee flights?

    Among airlines operating Newark Airport to Milwaukee flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Newark Airport to Milwaukee flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • 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 always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Newark Airport to Milwaukee 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $355, about $298 less than Monday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Newark Airport to Milwaukee trip for January. Fares historically average $284 round-trip in that month - typically $235 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with United Airlines. Over the past three months, 90% of United Airlines flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 89%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 07m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $356 round-trip on this route - about $52 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 Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport.

    • Best Western Plus Milwaukee Airport Hotel & Conference Center
    • Hampton Inn Milwaukee-Airport
    • Super 8 by Wyndham Milwaukee Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Newark Liberty Airport to Milwaukee?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Newark Airport to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Newark to Milwaukee-Mitchell

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

United Airlines

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Thursday

United Airlines

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Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

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Sunday

United Airlines

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Direct returns

Milwaukee-Mitchell to Newark

Monday

United Airlines

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Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

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Sunday

United Airlines

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