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$76+ Cheap flights from California to Milwaukee (MKE)

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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MKE
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Milwaukee

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Milwaukee flight deals. Data was last updated junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$153
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$76
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$382

Good round-trip deal

$137 or less

Good one-way deal

$100 or less
From California to Milwaukee-Mitchell
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Cheapest flights from California to Milwaukee
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Milwaukee. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/12:54 pmLAS - MKE
Nonstop3h 31mSpirit Airlines
lun. 7/79:20 pmMKE - LAS
Nonstop4h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$153
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/16:15 amSAN - MKE
1 stop12h 10mSpirit Airlines
mié. 7/162:51 pmMKE - SAN
1 stop10h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$167
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
mié. 7/96:45 amSNA - MKE
1 stop5h 11mSpirit Airlines
lun. 7/142:51 pmMKE - SNA
1 stop8h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$170
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
lun. 6/305:30 amLAX - MKE
1 stop12h 55mSpirit Airlines
mar. 7/89:20 pmMKE - LAX
1 stop15h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$184
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/110:19 amSMF - MKE
1 stop8h 06mSpirit Airlines
lun. 7/79:20 pmMKE - SMF
1 stop14h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$194
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/106:00 amOAK - MKE
1 stop5h 56mSpirit Airlines
mié. 7/162:51 pmMKE - OAK
1 stop10h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$194
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
lun. 6/3012:15 pmBUR - MKE
1 stop6h 10mSpirit Airlines
mar. 7/89:20 pmMKE - BUR
1 stop12h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$207
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
jue. 7/176:30 amSJC - MKE
1 stop5h 26mSpirit Airlines
mié. 7/232:51 pmMKE - SJC
1 stop11h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$217
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/1712:59 amONT - MKE
1 stop16h 14mFrontier
vie. 8/228:02 pmMKE - ONT
1 stop5h 48mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$238
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
lun. 6/303:10 pmOAK - MKE
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
vie. 7/46:20 amMKE - OAK
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$239
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
jue. 7/310:24 pmLAS - MKE
1 stop7h 42mMultiple Airlines
dom. 7/66:53 pmMKE - LAS
1 stop5h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/3010:43 pmSFO - MKE
1 stop8h 03mDelta
mié. 7/27:20 amMKE - SFO
1 stop7h 02mDelta
Deal found 6/10$257

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Milwaukee 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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Milwaukee that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Milwaukee

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasMilwaukee

LAS - MKE

LASMKE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 7/1

2:54 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop3h 31m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

lun. 7/7

9:20 pm-11:28 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

$153

San DiegoMilwaukee

SAN - MKE

SANMKE

San Diego

mar. 7/1

6:15 am-8:25 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

mié. 7/16

2:51 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$167

Santa AnaMilwaukee

SNA - MKE

SNAMKE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 7/9

6:45 am-1:56 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

lun. 7/14

2:51 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$170

Los AngelesMilwaukee

LAX - MKE

LAXMKE

Los Angeles

lun. 6/30

5:30 am-8:25 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

mar. 7/8

9:20 pm-10:25 am

1 stop15h 05m

$184

SacramentoMilwaukee

SMF - MKE

SMFMKE

Sacramento Intl

mar. 7/1

10:19 am-8:25 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

lun. 7/7

9:20 pm-9:24 am

1 stop14h 04m

$194

OaklandMilwaukee

OAK - MKE

OAKMKE

Oakland

jue. 7/10

6:00 am-1:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

mié. 7/16

2:51 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop10h 42m

$194

BurbankMilwaukee

BUR - MKE

BURMKE

Burbank Bob Hope

lun. 6/30

12:15 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

mar. 7/8

9:20 pm-7:20 am

1 stop12h 00m

$207

OntarioMilwaukee

ONT - MKE

ONTMKE

Ontario

dom. 8/17

12:59 am-7:13 pm

1 stop16h 14m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

vie. 8/22

8:02 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$238

OaklandMilwaukee

OAK - MKE

OAKMKE

Oakland

lun. 6/30

3:10 pm-12:50 am

1 stop7h 40m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

vie. 7/4

6:20 am-11:10 am

1 stop6h 50m

$239

Las VegasMilwaukee

LAS - MKE

LASMKE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 7/3

10:24 pm-8:06 am

1 stop7h 42m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

dom. 7/6

6:53 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from California to Milwaukee

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Milwaukee (average of $280). Flying from California to Milwaukee in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 CA to MKE?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Milwaukee. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Milwaukee as you normally would.

Rainfall in Milwaukee by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Milwaukee ranges from 1.4 - 4.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Milwaukee when rainfall is around 1.4 in.

Temperature in Milwaukee by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Milwaukee, 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 21.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Milwaukee

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Milwaukee. 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 Milwaukee. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from California to Milwaukee. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Milwaukee. 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 into for flights to Milwaukee from California?

    Most people fly into Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) if they book a flight to Milwaukee from California. Milwaukee-Mitchell is conveniently located just 6.4 mi from Milwaukee’s city center.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $76. Users have also found prices from $111 and $126 on American Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from California to Milwaukee consider San Francisco - Milwaukee-Mitchell, Los Angeles - Milwaukee-Mitchell or Ontario - Milwaukee-Mitchell as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Milwaukee?

    While on average a flight from California to Milwaukee is generally $167, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $47. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Milwaukee-Mitchell), you can expect to pay $250 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Milwaukee 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 California to Milwaukee?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Milwaukee (average of $280). Flying from California to Milwaukee in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 8 airlines flying from California to Milwaukee

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Milwaukee. 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$119Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$207Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$219Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$233Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$280Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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