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$78+ Cheap flights from Milwaukee (MKE) to Chicago (CHI)

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKE — CHI
Mar 11 — Mar 181
Wed 3/11
Wed 3/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Milwaukee to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Milwaukee to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 9, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 6/237:00 pm
MKE
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 11m
United Airlines
Sat 7/45:45 pm
ORD
-
MKE
Nonstop1h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 2/285:00 am
MKE
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 11m
American Airlines
Mon 3/210:00 pm
ORD
-
MKE
Nonstop0h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/7$186
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 6/236:00 am
MKE
-
MDW
Nonstop0h 50m
Southwest
Sat 7/410:15 am
MDW
-
MKE
Nonstop0h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 2/8$191
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 4/165:41 pm
MKE
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 21m
American Airlines
Sun 4/1912:22 pm
ORD
-
MKE
Nonstop1h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 3/85:00 am
MKE
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 11m
American Airlines
Sun 3/156:54 am
ORD
-
MKE
Nonstop0h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/8$200
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Fri 2/272:40 pm
MKE
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 06m
United Airlines
Sun 3/18:39 pm
ORD
-
MKE
Nonstop1h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7$203
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 2/234:47 pm
MKE
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 08m
American Airlines
Thu 2/2610:00 pm
ORD
-
MKE
Nonstop0h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Fri 3/204:55 pm
MKE
-
MDW
Nonstop0h 50m
Southwest
Mon 3/236:25 pm
MDW
-
MKE
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 2/6$218
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Fri 2/2011:30 am
MKE
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 06m
United Airlines
Wed 2/258:39 pm
ORD
-
MKE
Nonstop1h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7$222
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Mon 2/236:35 pm
MKE
-
MDW
1 stop3h 05m
Southwest
Fri 2/277:55 am
MDW
-
MKE
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 2/8$227
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 4/266:30 pm
MKE
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 25m
American Airlines
Mon 4/277:01 pm
ORD
-
MKE
Nonstop1h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$228
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Fri 2/206:10 am
MKE
-
MDW
1 stop4h 25m
Southwest
Wed 2/256:10 am
MDW
-
MKE
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 2/7$242

Find flight deals from Milwaukee to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Milwaukee (MKE) to Chicago (CHI). 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 February 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$186
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$78
(United Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$192

Good round-trip deal

$332 or less

Good one-way deal

$170 or less
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One-way flight from Milwaukee-Mitchell to Chicago (CHI)
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($76 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Milwaukee-Mitchell to Chicago (CHI).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Milwaukee to Chicago 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 February 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milwaukee to Chicago that are best for you.

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MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - MDW

MKEMDW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 6/23

6:00 am-6:50 am

Nonstop0h 50m

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/4

10:15 am-11:00 am

Nonstop0h 45m

$191

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 6/4

7:30 am-8:40 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/7

10:50 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$199

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 4/16

5:41 pm-7:02 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/19

6:40 am-7:41 am

Nonstop1h 01m

$199

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Wed 3/18

5:00 am-6:06 am

Nonstop1h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/1

8:55 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$199

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 3/12

12:14 pm-1:19 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

7:26 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

$199

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 4/7

5:10 am-6:19 am

Nonstop1h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/12

8:55 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$199

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 3/20

6:44 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/23

6:54 am-7:49 am

Nonstop0h 55m

$199

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 7/2

7:00 pm-8:11 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/14

9:21 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$199

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 3/31

7:50 am-8:59 am

Nonstop1h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/5

10:45 pm-11:43 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

$199

MilwaukeeChicago

MKE - ORD

MKEORD

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 3/9

7:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

9:45 pm-10:43 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

$199

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Compare providers for flights from Milwaukee to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Milwaukee to Chicago in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Milwaukee-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Milwaukee-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Milwaukee-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Milwaukee-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Milwaukee-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Milwaukee to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Milwaukee with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Chicago (average of $179). Flying from Milwaukee to Chicago in November is currently the most expensive (average of $284). 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Milwaukee to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 9, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Milwaukee to Chicago in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 38% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Milwaukee to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Milwaukee to Chicago. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Milwaukee to Chicago flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Milwaukee to Chicago delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Milwaukee and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Milwaukee to Chicago flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Milwaukee to Chicago flights?

Over the last year, Braathens Regional Aviation have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated February 9, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from Milwaukee to Chicago. 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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,258 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Susie,Jan 2026

CLT - TPA

This flight was delayed 3 or 4 times. We had boarded the plane, sat on plane for a good 30 minutes, then we had to board the aircraft, walk to a different gate, wait and then board another aircraft. We arrived in Tampa 4 hours later than the original booking. I feel there should have been some sort of compensation especially for the advantage members.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,258 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,258 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Susie,Jan 2026

CLT - TPA

This flight was delayed 3 or 4 times. We had boarded the plane, sat on plane for a good 30 minutes, then we had to board the aircraft, walk to a different gate, wait and then board another aircraft. We arrived in Tampa 4 hours later than the original booking. I feel there should have been some sort of compensation especially for the advantage members.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Milwaukee to Chicago. 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?

    Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Milwaukee to Chicago. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chicago from Milwaukee-Mitchell; the airport handles an average of 42 outbound flights to Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the Milwaukee airport to Chicago. It is only a 6.4 mi journey to Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) from Milwaukee’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Milwaukee to Chicago?

    For as low as $191, Southwest can have you in Chicago from Milwaukee in 50m. The distance between Milwaukee and Chicago is about 80 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Milwaukee to Chicago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Milwaukee to Chicago round-trip from $179. American Airlines is priced at 21% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Milwaukee to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Milwaukee to Chicago consider choosing Avianca (71%), United Airlines (67%) or ANA (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?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Milwaukee to Chicago? While on average our users pay $941, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $125. The most popular route (Milwaukee-Mitchell - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $177.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Milwaukee to Chicago 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?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Chicago (average of $179). Flying from Milwaukee to Chicago in November is currently the most expensive (average of $284). 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 airline flying from Milwaukee to Chicago

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Milwaukee to Chicago. 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 February 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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