Direct (nonstop) flights from Milwaukee to Fort Lauderdale

1 airline flys nonstop from General Mitchell International (MKE) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL). It's 1,243 miles (2,000 km), about 3h 10m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

MKE
General Mitchell International
🇺🇸 Milwaukee, USA
FLL
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International
🇺🇸 Fort Lauderdale, USA
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,243 mi
2,000 km
CO₂/pax
210 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
MKE → FLL
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,243 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Milwaukee to Fort Lauderdale with one stop · direct emits 210 kg CO₂ per passenger

MKE MDW (Chicago) FLL
Leg 1: 50m (80 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,166 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 237 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → MDW
50m · 80 mi
View MKE to MDW flights →
Leg 2
MDW → FLL
2h 55m · 1,166 mi
View MDW to FLL flights →
MKE TPA (Tampa) FLL
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,074 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (197 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 243 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → TPA
2h 45m · 1,074 mi
View MKE to TPA flights →
Leg 2
TPA → FLL
1h 5m · 197 mi
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MKE BNA (Nashville) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 35m (475 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (793 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 260 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → BNA
1h 35m · 475 mi
View MKE to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → FLL
2h 15m · 793 mi
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MKE MCO (Orlando) FLL
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,066 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (177 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 238 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → MCO
2h 45m · 1,066 mi
View MKE to MCO flights →
Leg 2
MCO → FLL
1h 10m · 177 mi
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MKE STL (Saint Louis) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 20m (317 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (1,057 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 263 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → STL
1h 20m · 317 mi
View MKE to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → FLL
2h 40m · 1,057 mi
View STL to FLL flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Milwaukee to Fort Lauderdale?

A nonstop flight from Milwaukee (MKE) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) takes approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 1,243 miles (2,000 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Milwaukee to Fort Lauderdale?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Fort Lauderdale?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Milwaukee from Fort Lauderdale?

The flight distance from Milwaukee to Fort Lauderdale is 1,243 miles (2,000 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Milwaukee to Fort Lauderdale?

At 3h 10m, 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 Fort Lauderdale?

Roughly 210 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,050 km.

Is the return flight from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?

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.