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Milwaukee Art Museum
Leading lakefront museum with strong decorative arts, American art, and iconic architecture. It is Milwaukee's signature cultural attraction.
Flights from New York, NY to Milwaukee, WI depart on average 47 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $105 but you can travel from only $90 by bus.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest flight covers the 731 miles (1178 km) distance in 2h 27m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 731 miles (1178 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 |
Flights per day 47 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 2h 27m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price on Sep 06
$421
Average ticket price on Sep 06
$421
Fastest journey on Sep 06
8 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
8 h 59 m
Flights on Sep 06
1
Distance
1178 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from New York, NY to Milwaukee, WI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Milwaukee, WI will cost around $421 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $421.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 1 flights from New York, NY to Milwaukee, WI, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct flights cover the 1178 km distance in an average of 8 h 59 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 8 h 59 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the longest flights will take 8 h 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Milwaukee, WI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $151 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $151, while a flight costs an average of $289.
Distance: 731 miles (1178 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$289 Average price | $276 Average price | $151 Average price Cheapest | $231 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 24h 0m Average total duration 23h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 51m Average total duration 23h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Milwaukee, WI:
A bus is $124 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Milwaukee, WI costing on average $276.
A bus is $137 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Milwaukee, WI costing on average $289.
Other travel options to Milwaukee, WI take longer:
Bus takes on average 23h 21m.
Train takes on average 23h 30m.
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Milwaukee, WI flights for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AA2917+ AA6192 | 5:29 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 9h43 | 2:12 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2917+ AA3618 | 5:29 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h33 | 11:02 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2917+ AA4990 | 5:29 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h18 | 12:47 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA492 · UA5232 | 6:00 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 12h09 | 5:09 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2505 · AA1810 | 6:00 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 7h45 | 12:45 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA530 · UA5391 | 6:00 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 5h00 | 10:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2389 · UA5391 | 6:10 AM LaGuardia Airport | 4h50 | 10:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA462+ AA3618 | 6:11 AM LaGuardia Airport | 5h51 | 11:02 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA462+ AA6192 | 6:11 AM LaGuardia Airport | 9h01 | 2:12 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3027+ AA3618 | 6:50 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 5h12 | 11:02 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3027+ AA4990 | 6:50 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h57 | 12:47 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3027+ AA6192 | 6:50 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h22 | 2:12 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA392+ AA6192 | 6:58 AM LaGuardia Airport | 8h14 | 2:12 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA392+ AA3618 | 6:58 AM LaGuardia Airport | 5h04 | 11:02 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1957 · UA5234 | 7:20 AM LaGuardia Airport | 6h18 | 12:38 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2128 · UA4761 | 7:45 AM LaGuardia Airport | 10h28 | 5:13 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1758 · UA4761 | 7:50 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 10h23 | 5:13 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2291 · UA5232 | 7:50 AM LaGuardia Airport | 10h19 | 5:09 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA332 · UA5232 | 7:59 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 10h10 | 5:09 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3279 · AA1810 | 8:00 AM LaGuardia Airport | 5h45 | 12:45 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA514+ AA4990 | 8:11 AM LaGuardia Airport | 5h36 | 12:47 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4464+ AA4990 | 8:27 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 5h20 | 12:47 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3697 | 9:00 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 2h39 | 10:39 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA6192+ AA4570 | 9:02 AM LaGuardia Airport | 6h10 | 2:12 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4570+ AA4990 | 9:02 AM LaGuardia Airport | 4h45 | 12:47 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2290 · UA5234 | 9:15 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 4h23 | 12:38 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2455 · UA5788 | 10:00 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 12h03 | 9:03 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2455 · UA4761 | 10:00 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h13 | 5:13 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6192+ AA4725 | 10:00 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 5h12 | 2:12 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2617 · UA5232 | 10:11 AM LaGuardia Airport | 7h58 | 5:09 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1525 · UA5933 | 10:19 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 5h14 | 2:33 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA556 · UA5232 | 10:45 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 7h24 | 5:09 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2923+ AA6192 | 10:46 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 4h26 | 2:12 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1999 · UA5788 | 11:55 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 10h08 | 9:03 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2204 · UA4774 | 12:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 11h39 | 10:39 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2200 · UA5788 | 12:30 PM LaGuardia Airport | 9h33 | 9:03 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1210 · UA5522 | 1:05 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 5h20 | 5:25 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2749 · UA5555 | 1:25 PM LaGuardia Airport | 6h30 | 6:55 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2749 · UA5522 | 1:25 PM LaGuardia Airport | 5h00 | 5:25 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2120 · UA5788 | 1:45 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h18 | 9:03 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1830 · UA4774 | 1:55 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 9h44 | 10:39 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2674 · UA4774 | 2:00 PM LaGuardia Airport | 9h39 | 10:39 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1534+ AA4909 | 2:10 PM LaGuardia Airport | 5h20 | 6:30 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1691+ AA6257 | 2:20 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 7h40 | 9:00 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1691+ AA4909 | 2:20 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 5h10 | 6:30 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1691+ AA6357 | 2:20 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h39 | 7:59 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2294 · UA5555 | 2:25 PM LaGuardia Airport | 5h30 | 6:55 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2788 · UA5555 | 2:50 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 5h05 | 6:55 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA396+ AA6357 | 3:59 PM LaGuardia Airport | 5h00 | 7:59 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA396+ AA6257 | 3:59 PM LaGuardia Airport | 6h01 | 9:00 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2815 · UA4774 | 4:09 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 7h30 | 10:39 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2003 · UA4711 | 4:16 PM LaGuardia Airport | 5h44 | 9:00 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3562 | 4:48 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 2h34 | 6:22 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA661 · UA4711 | 4:55 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 5h05 | 9:00 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2444+ AA6257 | 5:19 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 4h41 | 9:00 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA254 · UA5362 | 6:20 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 5h16 | 10:36 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1098 · UA5362 | 6:29 PM LaGuardia Airport | 5h07 | 10:36 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3564 | 9:59 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 2h38 | 11:37 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Milwaukee, WI — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milwaukee, WI trip today.
Leading lakefront museum with strong decorative arts, American art, and iconic architecture. It is Milwaukee's signature cultural attraction.
Science and technology museum with hands-on exhibits, a dome theater, and major industrial displays. Great for families and curious adults alike.
Large natural and human history museum with dinosaur fossils, the Streets of Old Milwaukee, and cultural collections. A classic city institution.
Revived historic warehouse district with boutiques, galleries, riverwalk access, and handsome architecture. Ideal for strolling and urban photography.
Scenic pedestrian route along the Milwaukee River linking downtown districts. It offers public art, bridges, and some of the city's best easy walks.
Large lakefront park with gardens, blufftop views, and access to North Point Lighthouse. A favorite for relaxing walks and skyline panoramas.
A bratwurst, often grilled and served with sauerkraut and mustard. Milwaukee's strong German heritage makes it one of the city's signature foods.
Beer-battered whitefish or perch, usually served with rye bread, slaw, and potato pancakes. A beloved Friday tradition tied to the city's Catholic and tavern culture.
Fresh cheese curds, often battered and fried. They reflect Wisconsin's dairy identity and are a staple snack in Milwaukee bars and restaurants.
Classic custard stand famed for fresh frozen custard and the Flavor of the Day. Casual, nostalgic, and deeply rooted in Milwaukee tradition.
Upscale supper club and seafood spot celebrated for its Friday fish fry, cocktails, and polished old-school Milwaukee atmosphere.
Traditional tavern and restaurant known for hearty German fare, sausages, and one of the city's classic Friday fish fry experiences.
Moderate for U.S. city breaks: hotels are often cheaper than Chicago, dining is mid-priced, and local transit is limited so visitors may spend more on rideshares or parking.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Round up or tip about 10% for taxis. Cafes often use tip jars or screens; $1-2 or 10-15% is common.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Milwaukee, WI 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 Milwaukee, WI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most New York, NY to Milwaukee, WI flights use the Newark Liberty International Airport to General Mitchell International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Milwaukee, WI airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
LaGuardia Airport is 13 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
LaGuardia Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants in all terminals, including fast food and sit-down options like Shake Shack and La Chula.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals, near main entrances and exits.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at LaGuardia Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at LaGuardia Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at LaGuardia Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby, including LaGuardia Plaza Hotel and Aloft New York LaGuardia Airport..
John F. Kennedy International Airport is 3 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals, near gates and check-inas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at John F. Kennedy International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at John F. Kennedy International Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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..
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