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$69+ 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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MKE
jul. 6 — jul. 131
dom. 7/6
dom. 7/13
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 julio 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$144
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$69
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$359

Good round-trip deal

$145 or less

Good one-way deal

$110 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 julio 1, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
mié. 7/308:30 amLAS - MKE
Nonstop3h 26mSpirit Airlines
mié. 8/62:51 pmMKE - LAS
Nonstop4h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/186:00 amLAX - MKE
1 stop5h 56mSpirit Airlines
dom. 7/202:51 pmMKE - LAX
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$167
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/116:15 amLAX - MKE
1 stop10h 58mFrontier
vie. 8/157:58 pmMKE - LAX
1 stop6h 29mFrontier
Deal found 6/29$171
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/213:02 pmLAS - MKE
Nonstop3h 28mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/248:02 pmMKE - LAS
1 stop5h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$175
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/86:15 amSAN - MKE
1 stop12h 10mSpirit Airlines
mié. 7/302:51 pmMKE - SAN
1 stop10h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/29$179
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
lun. 7/216:00 amOAK - MKE
1 stop5h 56mSpirit Airlines
mié. 7/232:51 pmMKE - OAK
1 stop10h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$181
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/2512:47 pmBUR - MKE
1 stop6h 14mSpirit Airlines
dom. 9/289:59 pmMKE - BUR
1 stop14h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/29$184
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/306:15 amSAN - MKE
1 stop5h 41mMultiple Airlines
lun. 8/47:58 pmMKE - SAN
1 stop5h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$188
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/196:35 amSAN - MKE
1 stop10h 06mFrontier
dom. 9/212:59 pmMKE - SAN
1 stop10h 54mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$191
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 7/1410:55 amLAX - MKE
1 stop6h 18mMultiple Airlines
vie. 7/182:51 pmMKE - LAX
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$192
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
mié. 7/306:45 amSNA - MKE
1 stop5h 11mSpirit Airlines
mié. 8/62:51 pmMKE - SNA
1 stop8h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$192
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
mié. 8/66:30 amSJC - MKE
1 stop5h 26mSpirit Airlines
lun. 8/112:51 pmMKE - SJC
1 stop11h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$193

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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 julio 1, 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

mié. 7/30

8:30 am-1:56 pm

Nonstop3h 26m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

mié. 8/6

2:51 pm-4:57 pm

Nonstop4h 06m

$144

Los AngelesMilwaukee

LAX - MKE

LAXMKE

Los Angeles

mié. 7/23

6:00 am-1:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

mié. 7/30

2:51 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$162

Los AngelesMilwaukee

LAX - MKE

LAXMKE

Los Angeles

lun. 8/11

6:15 am-7:13 pm

1 stop10h 58m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

vie. 8/15

7:58 pm-12:27 am

1 stop6h 29m

$171

Los AngelesMilwaukee

LAX - MKE

LAXMKE

Los Angeles

lun. 7/14

10:55 am-7:13 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

vie. 7/18

2:51 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$175

Las VegasMilwaukee

LAS - MKE

LASMKE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 8/21

3:02 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop3h 28m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

dom. 8/24

8:02 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$175

San DiegoMilwaukee

SAN - MKE

SANMKE

San Diego

mar. 7/8

6:15 am-8:25 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

mié. 7/30

2:51 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$179

OaklandMilwaukee

OAK - MKE

OAKMKE

Oakland

lun. 7/21

6:00 am-1:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

mié. 7/23

2:51 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop10h 42m

$181

BurbankMilwaukee

BUR - MKE

BURMKE

Burbank Bob Hope

jue. 9/25

12:47 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

dom. 9/28

9:59 pm-10:26 am

1 stop14h 27m

$184

San DiegoMilwaukee

SAN - MKE

SANMKE

San Diego

mié. 7/30

6:15 am-1:56 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

lun. 8/4

7:58 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$188

San DiegoMilwaukee

SAN - MKE

SANMKE

San Diego

vie. 9/19

6:35 am-6:41 pm

1 stop10h 06m

Milwaukee-Mitchell

dom. 9/21

2:59 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$191

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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 julio 1, 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.

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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 julio 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from California to Milwaukee have to say. 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
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
4,273 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
7,973 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,539 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
8,858 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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 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 Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $69. Users have also found prices from $71 and $114 on Spirit Airlines and Sun Country Air, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from California to Milwaukee consider Los Angeles - Milwaukee-Mitchell, San Francisco - Milwaukee-Mitchell or Burbank Bob Hope - 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 $163, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $62. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Milwaukee-Mitchell), you can expect to pay $156 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 julio 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$119Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$172Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$207Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$219Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$225Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$233Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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