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$50+ 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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKE — LAX
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Milwaukee to California

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Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$140
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$50
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$372

Good round-trip deal

$102 or less

Good one-way deal

$73 or less
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/217:54 pmMKE - LAX
1 stop12h 57mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2710:30 amLAX - MKE
1 stop6h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$140
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/217:54 pmMKE - SNA
1 stop16h 58mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/276:45 amSNA - MKE
1 stop10h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$153
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/37:54 pmMKE - SJC
1 stop21h 39mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/911:00 amSJC - MKE
1 stop5h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$161
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/147:54 pmMKE - LAS
Nonstop3h 53mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/179:54 pmLAS - MKE
1 stop11h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$163
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/209:20 pmMKE - BUR
1 stop14h 27mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/2410:50 amBUR - MKE
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$172
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 5/207:54 pmMKE - LAS
Nonstop3h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/213:46 pmLAS - MKE
1 stop25h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$172
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/207:54 pmMKE - SMF
1 stop15h 52mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/227:37 pmSMF - MKE
1 stop21h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$187
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/277:54 pmMKE - RNO
1 stop14h 30mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/299:19 amRNO - MKE
1 stop7h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$187
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/133:06 pmMKE - SMF
1 stop8h 42mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/2010:41 amSMF - MKE
1 stop6h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$203
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/62:45 pmMKE - SNA
1 stop8h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/1012:19 pmSNA - MKE
1 stop25h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$206
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/169:20 pmMKE - LAX
1 stop11h 39mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/2511:55 pmLAX - MKE
1 stop15h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$211
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/57:48 pmMKE - SAN
1 stop13h 46mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/128:48 pmSAN - MKE
1 stop20h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$237

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milwaukee to California that are best for you.

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Milwaukee

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

MilwaukeeLos Angeles

MKE - LAX

MKELAX

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 5/21

7:54 pm-6:51 am

1 stop12h 57m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/27

10:30 am-6:59 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$140

MilwaukeeSanta Ana

MKE - SNA

MKESNA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 5/21

7:54 pm-10:52 am

1 stop16h 58m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/27

6:45 am-6:59 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$153

MilwaukeeSan Jose

MKE - SJC

MKESJC

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 6/3

7:54 pm-3:33 pm

1 stop21h 39m

San Jose

Mon 6/9

11:00 am-6:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$161

MilwaukeeLas Vegas

MKE - LAS

MKELAS

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 5/14

7:54 pm-9:47 pm

Nonstop3h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/17

9:54 pm-11:27 am

1 stop11h 33m

$163

MilwaukeeLas Vegas

MKE - LAS

MKELAS

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 5/20

7:54 pm-9:47 pm

Nonstop3h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/21

3:46 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop25h 14m

$172

MilwaukeeBurbank

MKE - BUR

MKEBUR

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 6/20

9:20 pm-9:47 am

1 stop14h 27m

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 6/24

10:50 am-8:25 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$172

MilwaukeeSacramento

MKE - SMF

MKESMF

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 5/20

7:54 pm-9:46 am

1 stop15h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/22

7:37 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop21h 22m

$187

MilwaukeeReno

MKE - RNO

MKERNO

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 5/27

7:54 pm-8:24 am

1 stop14h 30m

Reno

Thu 5/29

9:19 am-6:59 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$187

MilwaukeeSacramento

MKE - SMF

MKESMF

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 5/13

3:06 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/20

10:41 am-6:59 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$203

MilwaukeeLos Angeles

MKE - LAX

MKELAX

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 6/16

9:20 pm-6:59 am

1 stop11h 39m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/25

11:55 pm-5:23 pm

1 stop15h 28m

$211

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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 $327). 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 May 1, 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.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Milwaukee to California, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,409 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • 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 $50 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $99 and American Airlines from $100 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 $135, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $40. The most popular route (Milwaukee-Mitchell - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), is priced around $98.

  • 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?

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  • 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 $327). 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 7 airlines flying from Milwaukee to California

Discover the top 7 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$92Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$109Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$259Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$260Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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