Direct (nonstop) flights from Milwaukee to Chicago

2 airlines fly nonstop from General Mitchell International (MKE) to Chicago O Hare International (ORD). It's 66 miles (107 km), about 1h 9m in the air. Operated by American Airlines, United Airlines.

MKE
General Mitchell International
🇺🇸 Milwaukee, USA
ORD
Chicago O Hare International
🇺🇸 Chicago, USA
Flight Time
1h 9m
Distance
66 mi
107 km
CO₂/pax
12 kg
−100 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
American Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
MKE → ORD
Flight Time
1h 9m
Distance
66 mi
United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
MKE → ORD
Flight Time
1h 9m
Distance
66 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Milwaukee to Chicago with one stop · direct emits 12 kg CO₂ per passenger

MKE DTW (Detroit) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 12m (237 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (234 mi) Total: ~2h 42m 🍃 112 kg CO₂ (+833% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → DTW
1h 12m · 237 mi
View MKE to DTW flights →
Leg 2
DTW → ORD
1h 30m · 234 mi
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MKE STL (Saint Louis) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 20m (317 mi) Leg 2: 1h 29m (258 mi) Total: ~2h 49m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+1000% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → STL
1h 20m · 317 mi
View MKE to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → ORD
1h 29m · 258 mi
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MKE MSP (Minneapolis) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 25m (296 mi) Leg 2: 1h 41m (334 mi) Total: ~3h 6m 🍃 142 kg CO₂ (+1083% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → MSP
1h 25m · 296 mi
View MKE to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → ORD
1h 41m · 334 mi
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MKE MCI (Kansas City) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 30m (436 mi) Leg 2: 1h 44m (403 mi) Total: ~3h 14m 🍃 181 kg CO₂ (+1408% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → MCI
1h 30m · 436 mi
View MKE to MCI flights →
Leg 2
MCI → ORD
1h 44m · 403 mi
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MKE BNA (Nashville) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 35m (475 mi) Leg 2: 1h 58m (408 mi) Total: ~3h 33m 🍃 189 kg CO₂ (+1475% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → BNA
1h 35m · 475 mi
View MKE to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → ORD
1h 58m · 408 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Milwaukee to Chicago?

A nonstop flight from Milwaukee (MKE) to Chicago (ORD) takes approximately 1 hours and 9 minutes. The distance is 66 miles (107 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Milwaukee to Chicago?

2 airlines: American Airlines, United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Chicago?

Yes. 2 airlines: American Airlines, United Airlines.

How far is Milwaukee from Chicago?

The flight distance from Milwaukee to Chicago is 66 miles (107 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Milwaukee to Chicago?

At 1h 9m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 12 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 60 km.

Is the return flight from Chicago 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 Chicago?

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.