Flying from Melbourne to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Melbourne to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE).
General Mitchell International Airport is located in Milwaukee. The city is in the UTC-5 timezone and is 16 hours behind Melbourne.
Your flight from Melbourne to MKE won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your journey. When searching for a cheap flight from Melbourne to MKE, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is an option when departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to General Mitchell International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
67.71% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from central Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Kick back before your Melbourne to MKE flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
About General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to General Mitchell International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near MKE and hit the pillow fast:
Travel at your own pace with a General Mitchell International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and chase adventure across Milwaukee and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Melbourne to General Mitchell International Airport flight.
The address for MKE is 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
Getting from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to central Milwaukee
From General Mitchell International Airport, central Milwaukee is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to General Mitchell International Airport is P57,379. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P64,116. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to MKE. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Melbourne to General Mitchell International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Melbourne to MKE is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.
Find an affordable flight from Melbourne to General Mitchell International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
July is when most people book flights from Melbourne to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE). Plan your visit to Milwaukee in May if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Melbourne to MKE plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Milwaukee, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to General Mitchell International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Milwaukee
After booking your flight from Melbourne to General Mitchell International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Milwaukee:
Your visit to Milwaukee should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that are worth your time include Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
Explore more of the United States
Milwaukee has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometres south of Milwaukee, a trip to Chicago will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Millennium Park, Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago.
If you want to check out another major stop in the United States, head for Madison, roughly 121 kilometres west of Milwaukee. Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Chazen Museum of Art and Madison Museum of Contemporary Art are highlights.
