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Cheapest round-trip
$146
Typical prices: $311-$496
Frontier
Fri 10/26Mon 10/29
RDU - MKE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$134
Typical prices: $181-$288
Frontier
Fri 10/19
RDU - MKE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and Milwaukee. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 54% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 25% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Boston Logan Intl (BOS)
Cheapest • Avg $282 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 3h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Milwaukee (RDU-MKE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Milwaukee

Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
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9:30 pm - 9:16 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
12h 46m1 stop Orlando
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10:15 am - 9:17 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
22h 02m1 stop Orlando
$146Frontier
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:05 am - 4:38 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
11h 33m1 stop Orlando
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5:33 pm - 12:51 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
18h 18m1 stop Orlando
$201Frontier
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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9:50 am - 12:44 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 54m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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4:56 pm - 11:41 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 45m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$223Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
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1:51 pm - 8:02 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:40 am - 1:12 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$237American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:02 am - 10:14 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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11:42 am - 7:45 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$237American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
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12:55 pm - 7:05 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 10m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
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7:45 am - 12:45 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl
$242Southwest
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
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12:55 pm - 7:05 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 10m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
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6:20 am - 12:45 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 25m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
$247Southwest
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Dec 30
Delta Logo
11:25 am - 3:02 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 3:08 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$252Delta
Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 30
United Airlines Logo
6:12 am - 12:15 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:45 am - 1:35 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$281United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
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5:19 pm - 8:52 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:47 am - 1:44 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$303United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Milwaukee flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Raleigh to Milwaukee with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Milwaukee start at $146. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $311 to $496. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $146 on Frontier.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Milwaukee, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Milwaukee?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Milwaukee at $294 round-trip.
  • July ($492) and March ($481) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Raleigh to Milwaukee the cheapest?

Flights from Raleigh to Milwaukee are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 54% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Raleigh to Milwaukee flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$134
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.
Flight from Raleigh to Milwaukee

When to book flights from Raleigh to Milwaukee

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Milwaukee flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Milwaukee usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Raleigh to Milwaukee:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 15% 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 Raleigh to Milwaukee?

    On the Raleigh to Milwaukee route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 16%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $376 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $446: a $70 difference. 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, Baird Center and Pabst Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Milwaukee on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Raleigh to Milwaukee flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 43% above the route average of $391. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Raleigh to Milwaukee?

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Milwaukee takes 0h 00m, covering 688 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 $146 to $1,454. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Milwaukee are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $189, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 52m, compared with 4h 02m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 11m via Lambert-St Louis (STL).

  • What is the time difference between Raleigh and Milwaukee?

    Milwaukee is 1 hour behind Raleigh (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 Raleigh to Milwaukee flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Milwaukee range from $311 to $496, with an average of $391 over the past 12 months. Anything below $311 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Raleigh 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 Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $376 - about $70 less than Sunday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 54% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Milwaukee trip for January. Fares historically average $294 round-trip in that month - typically $198 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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

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