Direct (nonstop) flights from Kansas City to Milwaukee

1 airline flys nonstop from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to General Mitchell International (MKE). It's 436 miles (701 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

MCI
Kansas City International Airport
🇺🇸 Kansas City, USA
MKE
General Mitchell International
🇺🇸 Milwaukee, USA
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
436 mi
701 km
CO₂/pax
81 kg
−34 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
MCI → MKE
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
436 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kansas City to Milwaukee with one stop · direct emits 81 kg CO₂ per passenger

MCI MDW (Chicago) MKE
Leg 1: 1h 25m (405 mi) Leg 2: 45m (80 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 115 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → MDW
1h 25m · 405 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → MKE
45m · 80 mi
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MCI STL (Saint Louis) MKE
Leg 1: 1h 5m (236 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (317 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+58% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → STL
1h 5m · 236 mi
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Leg 2
STL → MKE
1h 15m · 317 mi
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MCI ORD (Chicago) MKE
Leg 1: 1h 44m (403 mi) Leg 2: 59m (66 mi) Total: ~2h 43m 🍃 112 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → ORD
1h 44m · 403 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → MKE
59m · 66 mi
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MCI MSP (Minneapolis) MKE
Leg 1: 1h 30m (393 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (296 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+89% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → MSP
1h 30m · 393 mi
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Leg 2
MSP → MKE
1h 15m · 296 mi
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MCI DTW (Detroit) MKE
Leg 1: 1h 55m (628 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (237 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+128% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → DTW
1h 55m · 628 mi
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Leg 2
DTW → MKE
1h 15m · 237 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kansas City to Milwaukee?

A nonstop flight from Kansas City (MCI) to Milwaukee (MKE) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 436 miles (701 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kansas City to Milwaukee?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kansas City to Milwaukee?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Kansas City from Milwaukee?

The flight distance from Kansas City to Milwaukee is 436 miles (701 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Kansas City to Milwaukee?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Kansas City to Milwaukee?

Roughly 81 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 405 km.

Is the return flight from Milwaukee to Kansas City also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Milwaukee?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Kansas City International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.