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$90+ Cheap flights from Milwaukee (MKE) to California

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MKE — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 26, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Mon 3/97:46 pm
MKE
-
SAN
1 stop27h 28m
Frontier
Thu 3/129:18 pm
SAN
-
MKE
1 stop19h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$228
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Mon 3/1610:38 am
MKE
-
SFO
1 stop10h 36m
Frontier
Wed 3/257:32 pm
SFO
-
MKE
1 stop15h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$235
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 4/247:37 pm
MKE
-
SAN
1 stop6h 24m
Frontier
Mon 4/276:25 am
SAN
-
MKE
1 stop10h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$235
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/167:15 pm
MKE
-
SFO
1 stop7h 13m
Frontier
Mon 3/3010:48 pm
SFO
-
MKE
1 stop12h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$238
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Mon 3/237:15 pm
MKE
-
LAX
1 stop7h 01m
Frontier
Mon 3/309:28 pm
LAX
-
MKE
1 stop13h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$238
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Mon 3/237:15 pm
MKE
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ONT
1 stop6h 44m
Frontier
Mon 3/309:49 pm
ONT
-
MKE
1 stop13h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$238
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Thu 4/233:09 pm
MKE
-
SAN
1 stop9h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/276:25 am
SAN
-
MKE
1 stop10h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$241
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/284:47 pm
MKE
-
SAN
1 stop7h 47m
American Airlines
Tue 3/37:10 am
SAN
-
MKE
1 stop7h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$244
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/248:28 am
MKE
-
SFO
1 stop8h 57m
United Airlines
Tue 3/36:50 am
SFO
-
MKE
1 stop6h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$251
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/144:10 pm
MKE
-
SFO
1 stop7h 28m
United Airlines
Sat 3/75:05 am
SFO
-
MKE
1 stop7h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/24$254
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/53:47 pm
MKE
-
SAN
1 stop9h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/99:00 am
SAN
-
MKE
1 stop7h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/72:54 pm
MKE
-
PSP
1 stop9h 33m
United Airlines
Wed 3/115:15 am
PSP
-
MKE
1 stop7h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$257

Find flight deals from Milwaukee to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Milwaukee to California flight deals. Data was last updated January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$228
(Expedia)

One-way from

$90
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$386

Good round-trip deal

$271 or less

Good one-way deal

$102 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($43 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 January 26, 2026.
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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MilwaukeeSan Francisco

MKE - SFO

MKESFO

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 2/24

8:28 am-3:25 pm

1 stop8h 57m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

6:50 am-2:57 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$251

MilwaukeeSan Jose

MKE - SJC

MKESJC

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 4/28

12:32 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop11h 13m

San Jose

Sat 5/2

10:55 pm-9:05 am

1 stop8h 10m

$257

MilwaukeeSanta Ana

MKE - SNA

MKESNA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 4/15

5:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/22

3:13 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$257

MilwaukeePalm Springs

MKE - PSP

MKEPSP

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 2/21

4:10 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Palm Springs

Sat 2/28

5:15 am-2:56 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$257

MilwaukeeSan Jose

MKE - SJC

MKESJC

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 3/18

3:59 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop6h 25m

San Jose

Tue 3/24

10:50 pm-9:04 am

1 stop8h 14m

$257

MilwaukeePalm Springs

MKE - PSP

MKEPSP

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 3/7

2:54 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Palm Springs

Tue 3/10

5:15 am-2:43 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$257

MilwaukeePalm Springs

MKE - PSP

MKEPSP

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 3/7

4:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Palm Springs

Wed 3/11

5:15 am-2:58 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$257

MilwaukeeSanta Ana

MKE - SNA

MKESNA

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 4/18

4:13 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/21

12:15 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$257

MilwaukeeReno

MKE - RNO

MKERNO

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 4/21

4:13 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Reno

Sat 4/25

1:42 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$257

MilwaukeeReno

MKE - RNO

MKERNO

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 4/25

12:13 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Reno

Wed 4/29

5:30 am-2:27 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$257

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to California (average of $80). Flying from Milwaukee to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $129). 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 January 26, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Milwaukee to California in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 77% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 January 26, 2026.
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
4,268 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
4,268 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
9,199 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
11,189 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
8,379 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Milwaukee to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 8h 57m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $251. 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 $56 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $94 and Frontier from $97 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Milwaukee-Mitchell - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Milwaukee-Mitchell - Los Angeles or Milwaukee-Mitchell - San Francisco 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 $155, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $100. The most popular route (Milwaukee-Mitchell - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), is priced around $231.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to California (average of $80). Flying from Milwaukee to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $129). 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$82Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$89Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$127Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$143Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$235Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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