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Cheapest round-trip
$289
Typical prices: $298-$517
United Airlines
Wed 11/7Wed 11/21
EWR - MKE • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$118
Typical prices: $246-$440
Frontier
Fri 10/12
EWR - MKE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 39m
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Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $358 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 00m (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

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 21
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9:03 pm - 10:50 pmEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
2h 47mnonstop
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7:03 pm - 10:30 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
2h 27mnonstop
$289United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 21
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1:29 pm - 5:43 pmEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:03 pm - 10:30 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
2h 27mnonstop
$299United Airlines
Sat, Dec 26 - Thu, Dec 31
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6:15 am - 12:30 pmEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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7:00 am - 2:55 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
6h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$309Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Fri, Oct 23
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7:15 am - 1:54 pmEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:45 pm - 11:48 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
5h 03m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$309Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
American Airlines Logo
10:47 am - 2:24 pmEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:40 am - 1:30 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$309American Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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2:20 pm - 7:58 pmEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:55 pm - 11:00 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
7h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$309American Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:07 amEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 9:24 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
2h 24mnonstop
$309United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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2:20 pm - 7:03 pmEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:40 am - 4:37 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
7h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$309American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
Frontier Logo
11:30 am - 9:20 amEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
22h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
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10:15 am - 12:03 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
12h 48m1 stop Orlando
$312Frontier
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 29
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11:30 am - 9:20 amEWR  Newark-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
22h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
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10:15 am - 12:03 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-EWR Newark
12h 48m1 stop Orlando
$312Frontier
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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 from Newark Airport to Milwaukee with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee start at $289. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $298 to $517. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $289 on United Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newark Airport to Milwaukee, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 77% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Milwaukee?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Milwaukee at $285 round-trip.
  • July ($503) and June ($490) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 76% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Newark Airport to Milwaukee the cheapest?

Flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% 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

January

Cheapest flight

$118
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 32% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Newark to Milwaukee

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Your Newark Airport to Milwaukee flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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.

  • What airlines are available from Newark Airport to Milwaukee?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Newark Airport and Milwaukee.

  • 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).

  • 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 travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • 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 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 $358 round-trip via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), compared to $393 for nonstop.

  • 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.

  • 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) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 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 Newark Airport to Milwaukee?

    On the Newark Airport to Milwaukee route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 50%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $342 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $675: a $333 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 2 hours 6 minutes.

  • 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 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, night flights for 33%, and evening 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.

  • 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 8:00 am and lands at 10:39 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:59 pm and lands at 12:38 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 39m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 31% above the route average of $381. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Newark Airport to Milwaukee takes 2h 39m, 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.

  • 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 $289 to $1,287. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $196, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does United Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Newark Airport to Milwaukee flights?

    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: 91% on time
    • American Airlines: 29% on time
    • Delta: 22% on time

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

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee?

    Morning 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.

  • 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 4h 00m, compared with 5h 01m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 30m 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 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 Newark Airport to Milwaukee flight?

    Round-trip flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee range from $298 to $517, with an average of $381 over the past 12 months. Anything below $298 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $342 - about $333 less than Monday (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 40% 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 February. Fares historically average $285 round-trip in that month - typically $218 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, United Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 91% of United Airlines flights from Newark Airport to Milwaukee arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 89%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 6 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $358 round-trip on this route - about $36 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
    - Hyatt Place 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

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Milwaukee-Mitchell to Newark

Monday

United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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