Flying from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to General Mitchell International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Milwaukee's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Birmingham.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BHM to MKE flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Southwest Airlines has direct flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to General Mitchell International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Milwaukee — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Southwest Airlines on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to General Mitchell International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between BHM and MKE:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
$478 is the lowest price for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to General Mitchell International Airport flight. Return flights start from $429. These fares can change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from BHM to MKE by booking at least eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to General Mitchell International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BHM to MKE by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to General Mitchell International Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
The address for BHM is 5900 Airport Highway.
80.37% of flights leaving Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of BHM.
To get to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport from central Birmingham, it takes around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to General Mitchell International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near BHM:
Arriving at General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
Book a hotel near MKE if you're on a late Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to General Mitchell International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a General Mitchell International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz to explore Milwaukee and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from General Mitchell International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to central Milwaukee
The street address for MKE is 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
From General Mitchell International Airport, Milwaukee is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to General Mitchell International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Milwaukee. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Milwaukee is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to General Mitchell International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from BHM to MKE in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Milwaukee, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey around 129 kilometres south to Chicago to tick off its top sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 386 kilometres south of Milwaukee. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among its highlights.
