Which airports can I use when flying from Portland to Milwaukee?

Flights from Portland to Milwaukee usually depart from Portland (PWM) and arrive at Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Portland to Milwaukee.

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

One-stop flights from Portland to Milwaukee most commonly connect through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 55% of one-stop connections • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 14% of one-stop connections • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 10% of one-stop connections • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Portland to Milwaukee. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $372 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $685, a difference of $313. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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.

How long is a flight from Portland to Milwaukee?

A nonstop flight from Portland to Milwaukee takes 00m, covering 883 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Portland 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 Portland 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 $281 to $1,345. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Portland to Milwaukee looking right now?

One-way fares from Portland to Milwaukee are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $197, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 21m, compared with 4h 37m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 03m via Philadelphia (PHL).

What is the time difference between Portland and Milwaukee?

Milwaukee is 1 hour behind Portland (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 averaging $67 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Hertz • Budget • Alamo • Sixt

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

Round-trip flights from Portland to Milwaukee range from $399 to $589, with an average of $485 over the past 12 months. Anything below $399 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Portland to Milwaukee typically range from $399 to $589. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $281, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Milwaukee. It’s 24% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 41% higher.

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

Southwest ($281) and Delta ($281) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Portland to Milwaukee according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the Portland to Milwaukee route. 55% 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 Portland to Milwaukee?

Flights via New York LaGuardia (LGA) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $372. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago Midway (MDW) had the shortest average connection time for Portland to Milwaukee layovers at 2h 41m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Milwaukee

Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7

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

7h 00m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

6:35 am - 2:45 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

7h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

$281Southwest

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3

12:45 pm - 4:24 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

4h 39m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3:18 pm - 11:52 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

7h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$281Delta

Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7

3:25 pm - 10:20 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

7h 55m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl

6:35 am - 2:45 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

7h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

$286Southwest

Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7

6:12 am - 2:05 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

8h 53m2 stops New York LaGuardia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:53 pm - 12:21 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

10h 28m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl

$292Delta

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3

5:15 am - 12:00 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

7h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

6:35 am - 2:45 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

7h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

$369Southwest

Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14

6:00 am - 10:14 amPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

5h 14m1 stop Newark

9:15 am - 7:25 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

9h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

$386United Airlines

Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14

6:00 am - 3:03 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

10h 03m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:15 am - 7:25 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

9h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

$391United Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

12:50 pm - 6:34 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

6h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:04 am - 11:53 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

5h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$438American Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

6:00 am - 12:04 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

7h 04m1 stop Philadelphia

5:04 am - 11:53 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

5h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$537American Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 19

6:31 pm - 5:38 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

24h 07m2 stops Tampa Minneapolis St Paul

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

21h 53m1 stop Orlando

$778Multiple Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Portland to Milwaukee

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

2:09 pm - 8:57 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

7h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:20 am - 1:01 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

6h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$629Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

6:28 am - 1:54 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

8h 26m2 stops New York LaGuardia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:30 am - 4:38 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

5h 08m1 stop New York LaGuardia

$634Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

1:52 pm - 11:53 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

11h 01m2 stops New York LaGuardia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:20 am - 3:16 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

8h 56m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl

$640Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

6:28 am - 1:54 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

8h 26m2 stops New York LaGuardia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:20 am - 4:38 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

10h 18m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York LaGuardia

$640Delta

Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 7

5:10 pm - 11:05 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

6h 55m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Lambert-St Louis

12:45 pm - 9:55 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

8h 10m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington

$685Southwest

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6

5:08 pm - 8:50 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

4h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:23 pm - 9:52 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

6h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$721United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

5:08 pm - 8:50 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

4h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:47 am - 2:16 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

6h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$721United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

6:00 am - 12:04 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

7h 04m1 stop Philadelphia

12:28 pm - 9:36 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

8h 08m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$721American Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6

8:49 am - 5:43 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

9h 54m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:47 am - 2:16 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

6h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$726United Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6

11:10 am - 7:10 pmPWM Portland-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

9h 00m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Orlando

7:55 am - 4:30 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-PWM Portland

7h 35m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Baltimore/Washington

$731Southwest

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How much is a round-trip flight from Portland 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 Portland to Milwaukee departing in december.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Milwaukee?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Milwaukee. It’s 24% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 41% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Portland to Milwaukee?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Portland to Milwaukee.
How long is a flight from Portland to Milwaukee?
A nonstop flight from Portland to Milwaukee takes 00m, covering 883 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Portland 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 Portland to Milwaukee flight?
Round-trip flights from Portland to Milwaukee range from $399 to $589, with an average of $485 over the past 12 months. Anything below $399 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Portland 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 $281 to $1,345. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Portland to Milwaukee looking right now?
One-way fares from Portland to Milwaukee are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $197, which is 33% 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 Portland to Milwaukee?
Flights from Portland to Milwaukee usually depart from Portland (PWM) and arrive at Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE).
Which airports do connecting flights from Portland to Milwaukee pass through?
One-stop flights from Portland to Milwaukee most commonly connect through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 55% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 7% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Portland to Milwaukee?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Portland to Milwaukee. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $372 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $685, a difference of $313.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Portland to Milwaukee?
Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 21m, compared with 4h 37m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 03m via Philadelphia (PHL).
What is the time difference between Portland and Milwaukee?
Milwaukee is 1 hour behind Portland (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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $372, about $313 less than Sunday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Milwaukee trip for February. Fares historically average $348 round-trip in that month - typically $279 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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

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