Flights
Flights to Milwaukee
Flying to Milwaukee for a game, a concert or a show? The airport you pick decides the rest of the trip more than the fare usually does. This page lists the airport with scheduled flights near Milwaukee, how far it is from the centre and which is nearest each of the city's main venues. StubOrder lists 1,372 upcoming events in and around Milwaukee (counted Nov 8, 2026); fares are searched live when you pick your dates.
The closest airport to downtown Milwaukee is General Mitchell International Airport (MKE), 6.7 miles away. For Milwaukee Repertory Theater - Stackner Cabaret, the nearest is MKE at 6.5 miles.
Airports serving Milwaukee
Nearest first. Distances are straight-line from the centre of Milwaukee, which is the fair way to compare airports with each other; the drive is always longer.
| Airport and distance from the centre | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) 6.7 mi (11 km) | Large | Nearest to Milwaukee Repertory Theater - Stackner Cabaret, Checota Powerhouse Theater - Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Milwaukee Improv, Uihlein Hall At Marcus Center, American Family Field, Todd Wehr Theater At Marcus Center, Fiserv Forum and Milwaukee Repertory Theater - Herro-Franke Studio. |
Nearest airport to each Milwaukee venue
The busiest venues in and around Milwaukee, each with its own nearest airport. A stadium in the suburbs is often nearer a different airport than downtown is, so this is the table to book from.
| Venue | Nearest airport we list | Second option |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Repertory Theater - Stackner Cabaret Hotels near Milwaukee Repertory Theater - Stackner Cabaret | MKE, 6.5 mi | None |
| Checota Powerhouse Theater - Milwaukee Repertory Theater Hotels near Checota Powerhouse Theater - Milwaukee Repertory Theater | MKE, 6.5 mi | None |
| Milwaukee Improv Hotels near Milwaukee Improv | MKE, 15 mi | None |
| Uihlein Hall At Marcus Center Hotels near Uihlein Hall At Marcus Center | MKE, 6.6 mi | None |
| American Family Field Hotels near American Family Field Airports near American Family Field | MKE, 6.8 mi | None |
| Todd Wehr Theater At Marcus Center Hotels near Todd Wehr Theater At Marcus Center | MKE, 6.6 mi | None |
| Fiserv Forum Hotels near Fiserv Forum Airports near Fiserv Forum | MKE, 6.6 mi | None |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theater - Herro-Franke Studio Hotels near Milwaukee Repertory Theater - Herro-Franke Studio | MKE, 6.5 mi | None |
Home teams and their airports
| Team | Home venue | First airport | League |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Brewers | American Family Field | MKE, 6.8 mi | MLB ballpark airports |
| Milwaukee Bucks | Fiserv Forum | MKE, 6.6 mi | NBA arena airports |
Flying in for a Milwaukee event
In the next 30 days (counted Nov 8, 2026): 273 events in and around Milwaukee; 74% on Fri–Sun; 180 of the 272 with a set time start at 7 pm or later, local time.
Fly in the day before an evening event: a delayed afternoon flight is a missed show. Plan to fly home the morning after, because the last departures of the night often leave before a late finish lets out. The dates below set the search to do exactly that, around each event.
The Music of Hey Arnold Live!
Turner Hall Ballroom, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
From about $44.00View TicketsMilwaukee Admirals vs. Iowa Wild
UWM Panther Arena, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
From about $30.00View TicketsMarquette Golden Eagles Women's Basketball vs. Presbyterian Blue Hose
Al McGuire Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
From about $11.00View TicketsJP Coletta's Rock 'N' Roll Piano Man
Milwaukee Repertory Theater - Stackner Cabaret, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
From about $167.00View TicketsDaniel Sloss
Pabst Theater, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
From about $36.00View TicketsAndrew Bird & The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
Riverside Theater - WI, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
From about $76.00View TicketsJack White
Landmark Credit Union Live, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
From about $111.00View TicketsAndrew Bird & Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
Bradley Symphony Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Search flights for:
- Nov 9: The Music of Hey Arnold Live!
- Nov 10: Milwaukee Admirals vs. Iowa Wild
- Nov 11: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Los Angeles Lakers
Flying in to Milwaukee: checklist
- Book the airport for your venue. For Milwaukee Repertory Theater - Stackner Cabaret it is MKE, 6.5 miles away; the table above has the rest.
- Arrive the day before an evening event, and plan the flight home for the next morning.
- Names exactly as on the ID. The airline compares the booking with the ID at the airport.
- Check the bag allowance. It is shown on every fare; extra bags are not part of the fare price.
Plan the rest of the trip
Frequently asked questions
Which airport is best for Checota Powerhouse Theater - Milwaukee Repertory Theater?
The closest airport to Checota Powerhouse Theater - Milwaukee Repertory Theater is General Mitchell International Airport (MKE), 6.5 miles away in a straight line.
Are fares shown on this page?
No. Airline fares change by the minute and depend on your exact dates, airports and travellers, so this page shows none. Pick your dates in the search form and StubOrder asks the airlines live; every fare it shows is the total for all travellers, taxes and fees included.
How far is MKE from downtown Milwaukee?
General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) is 6.7 miles (11 km) from downtown Milwaukee in a straight line. The drive is always longer than the straight line, and the roads near the venues are busiest at event times, so allow more than a map suggests.
How many events are in Milwaukee in the next 30 days?
273 in and around Milwaukee in the 30 days from Nov 8, 2026, when this page's figures were counted. 74% of them fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday, and 180 of the 272 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
What is the closest airport to Milwaukee?
General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) is the closest airport with scheduled flights to downtown Milwaukee, 6.7 miles away in a straight line.
Which airport is closest to the Milwaukee Bucks' home arena?
The Milwaukee Bucks play home games at Fiserv Forum. The closest airport to Fiserv Forum is General Mitchell International Airport (MKE), 6.6 miles away in a straight line.
Which airport is closest to the Milwaukee Brewers' home ballpark?
The Milwaukee Brewers play home games at American Family Field. The closest airport to American Family Field is General Mitchell International Airport (MKE), 6.8 miles away in a straight line.
How many airports serve Milwaukee?
StubOrder lists one airport with scheduled passenger flights within 100 km (62 miles) of downtown Milwaukee: General Mitchell International Airport (MKE).
Which airport is best for Milwaukee Repertory Theater - Stackner Cabaret?
The closest airport to Milwaukee Repertory Theater - Stackner Cabaret is General Mitchell International Airport (MKE), 6.5 miles away in a straight line.
Can I buy event tickets and flights together?
Not as one purchase. Event tickets come from our resale marketplace and flights from our travel partner and the airlines, as separate bookings with separate confirmations. Neither depends on the other, so if an event moves, your flight does not change automatically.
