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Portland Art Museum
Major art museum in downtown Portland with Native American, modern, and Northwest collections. A core cultural stop for first-time visitors.
Flights from Milwaukee, WI to Portland, OR depart on average 47 times per day, taking around 8h 51m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $172 (€141) but you can travel from only $140 (€114) by train.
The earliest flight runs at 00:40, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 1714 miles (2760 km) distance in 6h 19m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1714 miles (2760 km) |
Average flight duration 8h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $172 (€141) |
Flights per day 47 |
Fastest flight 6h 19m |
First flight 12:40 AM |
Last flight 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 42 days |
Cheapest price
$379
Average price
$614
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
6 h 45 m
Flights per day
65
Distance
2760 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Milwaukee, WI to Portland, OR is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milwaukee, WI to Portland, OR will cost around $614 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $379.
It's difficult to get from Milwaukee, WI to Portland, OR without transferring at least once.
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AA6211
AS440 · AS3090
AA2136 · AA2620
AA2480 · AA2286
AA1317+
AA6211
UA5536 · UA2455
AA2545+
AA6263
UA5648 · UA630
UA5558 · UA644
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AA6211Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milwaukee, WI to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $242. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $242, and a flight costs an average of $172.
Distance: 1714 miles (2760 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$432 Average price | $327 Average price | $304 Average price Cheapest | $406 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 51m Average total duration Fastest 8h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 44h 51m Average total duration 44h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 70h 20m Average total duration 69h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milwaukee, WI to Portland, OR:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milwaukee, WI to Portland, OR costing on average $327 (€267).
A bus is $128 (€105) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milwaukee, WI to Portland, OR costing on average $432 (€354).
Other travel options to Portland, OR take longer:
Train takes on average 44h 21m.
Bus takes on average 69h 50m.
The table below shows live departures for Milwaukee, WI to Portland, OR flights for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:52 PM Milwaukee, WI | 9h06 | 5:58 AM Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 PM Milwaukee, WI | 10h25 | 8:35 AM Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:44 PM Milwaukee, WI | 8h50 | 7:34 AM Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
AA6358+ AA2284 | 5:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 7h25 | 10:25 AM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6358+ AA2545 | 5:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 11h38 | 2:38 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS440 · AS498 | 6:02 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 18h23 | 10:25 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS440 · AS1457 | 6:02 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 19h28 | 11:30 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS440 · AS3204 | 6:02 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 10h46 | 2:48 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS440 · AS2302 | 6:02 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 14h54 | 6:56 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS440 · AS3090 | 6:02 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 7h19 | 11:21 AM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS440 · AS2387 | 6:02 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 17h20 | 9:22 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS440 · AS2136 | 6:02 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 20h20 | 12:22 AM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS440 · AS686 | 6:02 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 12h53 | 4:55 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS440 · AS2372 | 6:02 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 16h15 | 8:17 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS440 · AS2181 | 6:02 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 9h04 | 1:06 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3470 · UA1999 · UA1337 | 6:09 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 13h35 | 5:44 PM Portland International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA4914+ AA2545 | 6:13 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 10h25 | 2:38 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2977+ AA4914 | 6:13 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 17h08 | 9:21 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5566 · UA1994 | 6:20 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 7h18 | 11:38 AM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5566 · UA2431 · UA2455 | 6:20 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 10h53 | 3:13 PM Portland International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5566 · UA2431 · UA644 | 6:20 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 8h46 | 1:06 PM Portland International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA2480 · AA2283 | 7:14 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 17h37 | 10:51 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2480 · AA2298 | 7:14 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 16h25 | 9:39 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2480 · AA685 | 7:14 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 12h55 | 6:09 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2480 · AA2286 | 7:14 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 7h30 | 12:44 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2132 · AA561 | 7:16 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 17h52 | 11:08 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2132 · AA2288 | 7:16 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 11h26 | 4:42 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2132 · AA1625 | 7:16 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 7h39 | 12:55 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2545+ AA6213 | 8:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 8h38 | 2:38 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6213+ AA2977 | 8:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 15h21 | 9:21 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5468 · UA1964 | 8:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 13h18 | 7:18 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5558 · UA644 | 8:16 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 6h50 | 1:06 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5558 · UA2455 | 8:16 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 8h57 | 3:13 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5402 · UA2657 · UA1337 | 8:50 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 10h54 | 5:44 PM Portland International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA1317+ AA6263 | 10:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 15h47 | 11:47 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6263+ AA2545 | 10:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 6h38 | 2:38 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6263+ AA2977 | 10:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 13h21 | 9:21 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5984 · UA2657 · UA1337 | 10:38 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 9h06 | 5:44 PM Portland International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5984 · UA1525 | 10:38 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 7h19 | 3:57 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5536 · UA2455 | 10:44 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 6h29 | 3:13 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6254 · UA1420 | 10:46 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 14h02 | 10:48 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6254 · UA1964 | 10:46 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 10h32 | 7:18 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3609 · UA560 | 10:52 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 12h56 | 9:48 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2135 · AA685 | 12:07 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 8h02 | 6:09 PM Portland International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Major art museum in downtown Portland with Native American, modern, and Northwest collections. A core cultural stop for first-time visitors.
Large science museum on the Willamette River with interactive exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly programming.
Historic house museum with period interiors and strong city history interpretation, plus one of Portland's best viewpoints.
Large urban park encompassing major attractions, trails, gardens, and forested scenery. One of Portland's essential outdoor destinations.
Highly regarded garden known for refined landscape design, seasonal beauty, and calm hillside setting above the city.
Vast urban forest with extensive hiking trails and a strong local following. Ideal for nature access close to downtown.
Portland is one of the leading craft beer cities in the United States, known for hop-forward IPAs, lagers, and experimental small-batch brews from many local breweries.
Portland has a major specialty coffee culture focused on carefully sourced beans, precise brewing, and independent roasters that helped define the city’s daily food ritual.
Portland-style doughnuts became nationally famous through creative toppings, oversized shapes, and quirky flavors, making them a recognizable local sweet treat.
A celebrated Portland restaurant known for inventive French-inspired cuisine, rich flavors, and an intimate, lively dining room.
A popular Southern restaurant famous for fried chicken and waffles, hearty brunches, and a bustling neighborhood atmosphere.
A reliable brewpub pouring respected Oregon craft beer alongside burgers, sandwiches, and pub fare in a spacious downtown setting.
Moderate by U.S. city standards. Food and coffee are reasonable, but hotels and fine dining can be pricey in peak season.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milwaukee, WI to Portland, OR by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portland, OR, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milwaukee, WI to Portland, OR flights use the General Mitchell International Airport to Portland International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Milwaukee, WI and Portland, OR airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
General Mitchell International Airport is 10 km from Milwaukee city centre. Public transport options include:
General Mitchell International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants located in concourses C and D, including local and intertiol cuisines like Chili's and Northpoint Custard
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located near baggage claim and in concourses.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at General Mitchell International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at General Mitchell International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at General Mitchell International Airport: Ramps, toilets.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby, such as Hilton Milwaukee Airport and Best Western Plus Milwaukee Airport..
Portland International Airport is 8 km from Portland city centre. Public transport options include:
Portland International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants in concourses, including Burgerville and Mo's Seafood
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Portland International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Portland International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Portland International Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby, including Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel..
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