Travelling from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Philadelphia is 2 hours 25 minutes.
General Mitchell International Airport is located in Milwaukee. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Philadelphia is one hour ahead of Milwaukee.
General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most popular route, with 16 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from MKE to PHL is with American Airlines at 17:23. Choose the first departure operated by American Airlines at 06:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your MKE to Philadelphia flight.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct General Mitchell International Airport to Philadelphia ticket. Begin your trip at MKE and end it at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Take to the skies with American Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Philadelphia.
MKE is around 11 kilometres from central Milwaukee. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Philadelphia? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to MKE:
78.97% of flights leaving from General Mitchell International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
MKE's address is 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Philadelphia
R 1,755 is currently the best price for a one-way General Mitchell International Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 2,621. These prices may change depending on demand.
Book one month before you want to fly. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MKE to Philadelphia.
The best month for picking up cheap General Mitchell International Airport to Philadelphia tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Philadelphia, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PHL:
Travel at your own speed with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and venture far and wide through Philadelphia and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from MKE to Philadelphia.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. Once you've disembarked your flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Philadelphia, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Following your MKE to Philadelphia flight, unwind at a hotel near TTN. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Budget, National and Enterprise.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TTN can help you lock in a better rate.
You'll find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
Before you book your flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Philadelphia, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Philadelphia offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your General Mitchell International Airport to Philadelphia flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from MKE to Philadelphia around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Philadelphia, explore our selection of hotels including:
Independence Hall and Liberty Bell are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Philadelphia to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Philadelphia, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel about 129 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
