Direct (nonstop) flights from Milwaukee to Denver

3 airlines fly nonstop from General Mitchell International (MKE) to Denver International (DEN). It's 895 miles (1,441 km), about 2h 40m in the air. Operated by Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

MKE
General Mitchell International
🇺🇸 Milwaukee, USA
DEN
Denver International
🇺🇸 Denver, USA
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
895 mi
1,441 km
CO₂/pax
166 kg
−39 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Frontier Airlines +2
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines United Airlines United Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
MKE → DEN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
895 mi
United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
MKE → DEN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
895 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
MKE → DEN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
895 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Milwaukee to Denver with one stop · direct emits 166 kg CO₂ per passenger

MKE MCI (Kansas City) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 30m (436 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (533 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → MCI
1h 30m · 436 mi
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Leg 2
MCI → DEN
1h 55m · 533 mi
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MKE MDW (Chicago) DEN
Leg 1: 50m (80 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (896 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 206 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → MDW
50m · 80 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → DEN
2h 40m · 896 mi
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MKE MSP (Minneapolis) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 25m (296 mi) Leg 2: 2h 11m (680 mi) Total: ~3h 36m 🍃 206 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → MSP
1h 25m · 296 mi
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Leg 2
MSP → DEN
2h 11m · 680 mi
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MKE STL (Saint Louis) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 20m (317 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (769 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 226 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → STL
1h 20m · 317 mi
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Leg 2
STL → DEN
2h 25m · 769 mi
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MKE ORD (Chicago) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 9m (66 mi) Leg 2: 2h 51m (888 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 201 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → ORD
1h 9m · 66 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → DEN
2h 51m · 888 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Milwaukee to Denver?

A nonstop flight from Milwaukee (MKE) to Denver (DEN) takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 895 miles (1,441 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Milwaukee to Denver?

3 airlines: Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Denver?

Yes. 3 airlines: Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Milwaukee from Denver?

The flight distance from Milwaukee to Denver is 895 miles (1,441 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Milwaukee to Denver?

At 2h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 166 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 830 km.

Is the return flight from Denver to Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to Denver?

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 General Mitchell International for this flight?

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