Flying from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Minneapolis and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 13 minutes.
Minneapolis and Milwaukee (where General Mitchell International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the most traveled route, with 128 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from MKE to MSP is with Sun Country Airlines at 18:45. Choose the first departure operated by Sun Country Airlines at 05:45 if you want to fly out earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from MKE to Minneapolis, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, be at the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
You can book a nonstop flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Minneapolis. Start your trip at MKE and end it at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Be on the lookout for offers from Delta. This carrier has direct flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Minneapolis.
You won't need your passport or a visa to fly within United States. You will need a valid form of identification however, like an ID card or driver's licence. Make sure they're on your packing checklist once you've booked your cheap tickets from General Mitchell International Airport to Minneapolis.
The journey from central Milwaukee to MKE takes about 39 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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How to find the cheapest flights from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Minneapolis
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from General Mitchell International Airport to Minneapolis is 54 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 109 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from MKE to Minneapolis by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from General Mitchell International Airport to Minneapolis is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to the centre of Minneapolis is around 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 26 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Minneapolis, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MSP:
Best time to go to Minneapolis
July is the most popular month for flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Minneapolis. To avoid the crowds, visit Minneapolis in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Minneapolis, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from MKE to Minneapolis in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -1ºC on average.
More about Minneapolis
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Minneapolis right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Minneapolis:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are must-visits when exploring Minneapolis.
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