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Cheapest round-trip
$200
Typical prices: $328-$495
Frontier
Sat 2/24Fri 3/2
RDU - MKE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$104
Typical prices: $188-$299
Frontier
Sat 11/24
RDU - MKE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
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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Cheapest • Avg $282 (round-trip)
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

Wed, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 2
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9:40 pm - 7:16 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
10h 36m1 stop Orlando
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8:15 am - 8:45 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 30m1 stop Orlando
$200Frontier
Sat, Jan 23 - Thu, Jan 28
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9:40 pm - 7:16 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
10h 36m1 stop Orlando
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8:15 am - 8:45 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 30m1 stop Orlando
$220Frontier
Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:15 am - 10:03 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:30 am - 4:42 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$276United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 7
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5:07 am - 9:13 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:43 pm - 12:24 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$281Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 12
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9:56 am - 12:32 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 36m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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7:01 am - 1:59 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$281Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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12:55 pm - 4:10 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 15m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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7:20 am - 12:45 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
$281Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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8:25 pm - 11:40 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 15m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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7:45 am - 12:45 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl
$281Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
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3:02 pm - 8:55 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 53m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 10:49 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$286United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 11
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9:25 am - 2:23 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:08 pm - 11:55 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 47m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$301American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:24 pm - 11:55 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 31m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:09 am - 2:43 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 34m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$301American 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 with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Milwaukee typically range from $328 to $495. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $200, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Milwaukee. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 34% higher.

What’s 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.

Key details for Raleigh to Milwaukee flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$104
Beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 36% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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

  • How long is a flight from Raleigh to Milwaukee?

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Milwaukee takes 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Milwaukee range from $328 to $495, with an average of $397 over the past 12 months. Anything below $328 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $200 to $1,662. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 $155, which is 38% 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 Raleigh to Milwaukee?

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

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

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

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Raleigh to Milwaukee. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $381 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $532, a difference of $151.

    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 Raleigh to Milwaukee?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 52m, compared with 4h 03m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 09m 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 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $381, about $151 less than Monday fares (28% savings) based on the 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
    • Hampton Inn Milwaukee-Airport
    • Super 8 by Wyndham Milwaukee Airport

More options for your flight from Raleigh to Milwaukee

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