Flying from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE): What you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main airport is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Explore your departure options from this base when searching for flights from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE).
Take off on a direct Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 20 minutes.
Milwaukee is one hour behind Fort Lauderdale. General Mitchell International Airport is located in Milwaukee, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Fort Lauderdale to MKE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) can be booked from this terminal.
Spirit Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport jetting out of FLL.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between FLL and MKE is Spirit Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 73.74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
About General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
Have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near MKE and turn out the lights sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a General Mitchell International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Milwaukee's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around two weeks before your Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport flight.
You'll find MKE at 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
Getting from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to central Milwaukee
Central Milwaukee is around 14 kilometres from General Mitchell International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
R 1,291 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,652. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to MKE, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE). July is the busiest month to visit Milwaukee. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in May.
When booking your Fort Lauderdale to MKE plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Milwaukee, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Fort Lauderdale to General Mitchell International Airport in January when temperatures are between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Milwaukee
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You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Milwaukee when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Head straight for Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright followed by Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
Explore more of the United States
Milwaukee has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres south of Milwaukee, a visit to Chicago will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Millennium Park, Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago.
Madison is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres west of Milwaukee. No journey is complete without experiencing Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Chazen Museum of Art and Madison Museum of Contemporary Art.