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$130+ Cheap flights from Milwaukee (MKE) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKE — ORD
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Milwaukee to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Milwaukee (MKE) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$179
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$130
(FlightHub)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$179

Good round-trip deal

$323 or less

Good one-way deal

$193 or less
From Milwaukee-Mitchell to Chicago O'Hare Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($53 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Milwaukee to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Milwaukee to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/54:39 pmMKE - ORD
Nonstop1h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/149:04 amORD - MKE
Nonstop1h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/297:49 pmMKE - ORD
Nonstop1h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/211:40 amORD - MKE
Nonstop0h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$184
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/196:21 amMKE - ORD
Nonstop1h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/268:35 amORD - MKE
Nonstop0h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/219:58 amMKE - ORD
Nonstop1h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/258:35 amORD - MKE
Nonstop0h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/410:00 amMKE - ORD
Nonstop1h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/74:58 pmORD - MKE
Nonstop0h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/316:26 amMKE - ORD
Nonstop1h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/78:14 pmORD - MKE
Nonstop0h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/256:00 amMKE - ORD
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/289:05 amORD - MKE
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Tue 8/121:06 pmMKE - ORD
Nonstop1h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/1911:40 amORD - MKE
Nonstop0h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/181:06 pmMKE - ORD
Nonstop1h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/256:55 pmORD - MKE
Nonstop1h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$259
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/79:50 pmMKE - ORD
1 stop14h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/146:00 amORD - MKE
1 stop8h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$275
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:19 amMKE - ORD
Nonstop1h 06mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/169:04 amORD - MKE
Nonstop1h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$289

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Milwaukee to O'Hare Intl 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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Milwaukee

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O'Hare Intl

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Depart

Return

Price

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 9/28

7:15 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/4

8:50 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

$179

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 1/30

6:41 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/1

2:50 pm-3:46 pm

Nonstop0h 56m

$179

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 9/11

4:33 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/13

9:04 am-10:04 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$179

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 9/9

5:00 am-6:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

9:07 am-10:13 am

Nonstop1h 06m

$179

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 9/9

8:43 am-9:48 am

Nonstop1h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

6:56 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop1h 04m

$179

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 10/29

6:00 am-7:04 am

Nonstop1h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/3

7:05 am-8:00 am

Nonstop0h 55m

$179

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 9/10

10:34 am-11:40 am

Nonstop1h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

9:04 am-10:04 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$179

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 9/12

4:39 pm-5:51 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/13

9:04 am-10:04 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$179

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 9/7

6:18 am-7:24 am

Nonstop1h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

9:04 am-10:04 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$179

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 9/11

4:33 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/18

9:04 am-10:04 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$179

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Best time to book a flight from Milwaukee to O'Hare Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 ORD?

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 37% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Milwaukee to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Milwaukee to O'Hare Intl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

The most flights from MKE to ORD are scheduled on a Monday (51 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Milwaukee to O'Hare Intl. 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    If you book a flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl from Milwaukee, you will be flying from Milwaukee-Mitchell, which is the city’s only airport. Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) is located 6.4 mi from the center of Milwaukee. There are 43 flights from Milwaukee-Mitchell to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $179, was found to be the cheapest airline from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. American Airlines is currently priced 40% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport consider choosing Copa Airlines (70%), United Airlines (67%) or Avianca (66%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $841 for a flight from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $98 while the most popular route, (Milwaukee-Mitchell - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $179.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Milwaukee to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Milwaukee to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Milwaukee to O'Hare Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Milwaukee to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Milwaukee to O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 2 airlines flying from Milwaukee to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Milwaukee to O'Hare Intl. 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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