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$82+ Cheap flights from Milwaukee (MKE) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKE — LAX
Oct 14 — Oct 211
Tue 10/14
Tue 10/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Milwaukee to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Milwaukee to California flight deals. Data was last updated September 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$154
(Priceline)

One-way from

$82
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$378

Good round-trip deal

$161 or less

Good one-way deal

$133 or less
From Milwaukee-Mitchell to California
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Cheapest flights from Milwaukee to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Milwaukee to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 14, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/37:36 pmMKE - SFO
1 stop6h 40mFrontier
Mon 10/66:29 amSFO - MKE
1 stop10h 50mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$154
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/278:04 pmMKE - LAS
1 stop5h 25mFrontier
Fri 10/319:12 amLAS - MKE
1 stop8h 07mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/108:04 pmMKE - LAS
1 stop14h 58mFrontier
Thu 10/168:05 pmLAS - MKE
1 stop21h 13mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/82:05 pmMKE - SFO
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Sat 10/119:05 pmSFO - MKE
1 stop10h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$161
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/37:36 pmMKE - SFO
1 stop6h 40mFrontier
Sun 10/56:29 amSFO - MKE
1 stop5h 45mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/208:04 pmMKE - LAS
1 stop13h 58mFrontier
Thu 10/2312:59 amLAS - MKE
1 stop16h 19mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$162
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/37:36 pmMKE - LAX
1 stop6h 51mFrontier
Mon 10/66:35 amLAX - MKE
1 stop10h 44mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$164
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/148:04 pmMKE - LAS
1 stop14h 58mFrontier
Sun 11/1612:59 amLAS - MKE
1 stop16h 20mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$167
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/185:15 pmMKE - SFO
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Wed 10/225:45 amSFO - MKE
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$178
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/287:25 amMKE - SNA
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Tue 11/42:25 pmSNA - MKE
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$179
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/67:38 pmMKE - LAS
Nonstop3h 50mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/91:00 pmLAS - MKE
Nonstop3h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/12$181
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/247:38 pmMKE - LAS
Nonstop3h 50mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/301:00 pmLAS - MKE
Nonstop3h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$182

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Milwaukee to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milwaukee to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Milwaukee

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MilwaukeeSanta Ana

MKE - SNA

MKESNA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 10/28

7:25 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/4

2:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$179

MilwaukeeSan Diego

MKE - SAN

MKESAN

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 1/29

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 48m

San Diego

Sun 2/1

6:30 am-2:22 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$183

MilwaukeeSanta Ana

MKE - SNA

MKESNA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 11/4

5:05 am-11:30 am

2 stops8h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/11

2:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$184

MilwaukeeSan Francisco

MKE - SFO

MKESFO

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 10/18

5:15 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

5:30 am-3:30 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$198

MilwaukeeLos Angeles

MKE - LAX

MKELAX

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 10/21

4:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/25

5:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$198

MilwaukeeSan Francisco

MKE - SFO

MKESFO

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 9/26

7:36 pm-12:16 am

1 stop6h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 9/28

6:29 am-2:14 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$207

MilwaukeePalm Springs

MKE - PSP

MKEPSP

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 10/21

8:26 am-2:31 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Palm Springs

Wed 10/29

2:11 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$211

MilwaukeeSanta Ana

MKE - SNA

MKESNA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 11/4

4:00 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop7h 54m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/11

2:07 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$213

MilwaukeeSanta Ana

MKE - SNA

MKESNA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 10/27

6:25 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/4

12:20 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$215

MilwaukeeBurbank

MKE - BUR

MKEBUR

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 11/19

12:45 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 11/24

1:55 pm-12:05 am

2 stops8h 10m

$215

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Milwaukee to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Milwaukee to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Milwaukee to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to California (average of $246). Flying from Milwaukee to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MKE to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Milwaukee to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 14, 2025.

When flying from Milwaukee to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated September 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Milwaukee to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,247 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,247 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,247 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,959 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,247 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,934 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,247 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,247 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,022 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,247 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Milwaukee to California?

    Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Milwaukee to California. It is only a 6.4 mi journey to Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) from Milwaukee’s city center.

  • How popular is this Milwaukee to California flight route?

    This flight path from Milwaukee-Mitchell to California was viewed by 5 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Milwaukee to California?

    A quick flight from Milwaukee to California can take about 6h 40m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $207. The distance between Milwaukee and California is about 1840 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Milwaukee to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $82 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $83 and Spirit Airlines from $91 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Milwaukee to California?

    Most travelers choose Milwaukee-Mitchell - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Milwaukee-Mitchell - San Diego or Milwaukee-Mitchell - Los Angeles when deciding on the best route from Milwaukee to California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Milwaukee to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Milwaukee to California? While on average our users pay $224, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $81. The most popular route (Milwaukee-Mitchell - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), is priced around $163.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Milwaukee to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Milwaukee to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Milwaukee to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Milwaukee to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Milwaukee to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Milwaukee to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Milwaukee to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to California (average of $246). Flying from Milwaukee to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Milwaukee to California

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Milwaukee to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$91Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$121Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$143Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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