The single terminal handles domestic flights and some seasonal routes, serving the Milwaukee metropolitan area on Lake Michigan.
Gateway to Milwaukee, Wisconsin city known for its brewing tradition and museums along Lake Michigan.
How to get to General Mitchell International Airport
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By Train
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Average travel time to MKE
Parking near General Mitchell International Airport
Multi-level parking is located adjacent to the terminal: Hourly Garage (levels 3-4) first 30 minutes free, then 2 USD/hour, capped at 24 USD/day; Garage/open lot for long-term 15 USD/day; Saver Lot (more economical, free shuttle every 5-10 minutes) 10 USD/day.
How to get to Milwaukee from MKE
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Car rental at General Mitchell International Airport
The terminal houses desks for every major car rental company.
Bring your license, passport, and credit card in the driver's name; in winter check the need for winter tires, given Wisconsin's harsh climate.
Hotels near General Mitchell International Airport
Airport area
Free hotel shuttle to the terminal in just minutes.
Best for: Travelers with an early flight or an evening landing who want the shortest stretch between terminal and room.
- free and quick shuttle for all the hotels in the area
- indoor pool and breakfast included at every property
- a residential and commercial area, little to do on foot in the evening
- for downtown you still need 15-20 minutes by car
Recommended hotels
- Hyatt Place Milwaukee Airport One block from the terminal, with free shuttle and a hot breakfast included every day. View availability
- Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Airport A mile from the terminal and the Amtrak station, with a free shuttle around the clock and an indoor pool. View availability
- Hampton Inn Milwaukee Airport Free shuttle on request and breakfast included, less than two miles from the terminal. View availability
Downtown Milwaukee
Taxi or car in about 15-20 minutes to the terminal, no direct shuttle.
Best for: Travelers visiting downtown Milwaukee, attending an event at the Fiserv Forum or working at the Wisconsin Center.
- restaurants, the Riverwalk and East Town venues just steps away
- the Fiserv Forum and the Wisconsin Center within walking distance
- no direct shuttle to the airport, a taxi or rideshare is needed
- hotel parking often scarce compared to the airport area
Recommended hotels
- The Pfister Hotel A historic 1893 hotel in the heart of East Town, with the city's best-known Victorian art collection. View availability
- Hyatt Regency Milwaukee Next to the Wisconsin Center, convenient for those attending conferences or events downtown. View availability
- Milwaukee Marriott Downtown In East Town, just steps from the Fiserv Forum and the historic Third Ward. View availability
Walker's Point and the Brewery District
Taxi or car in about 15-20 minutes to the terminal, no direct shuttle.
Best for: Travelers looking for a hotel with character in converted industrial neighborhoods, among historic breweries and galleries.
- industrial-chic atmosphere in former factories and historic breweries
- a quieter neighborhood at night than the business district
- farther on foot from the venues of downtown proper
- same distance from the airport as downtown, a taxi or car is needed
Recommended hotels
- The Iron Horse Hotel Housed in a warehouse from the turn of the twentieth century in Walker's Point, with a motorcycle-themed atmosphere near the Harley-Davidson Museum. View availability
- Brewhouse Inn and Suites In the former Pabst brewery, with original copper vats on display and suites with a kitchen in the Brewery District. View availability
Airport services
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Terminal guide
The single terminal handles domestic connections and some seasonal routes.
Play it safe: arriving 2-2.5 hours before your flight is the most prudent choice.
Map of General Mitchell International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is there a train from Milwaukee Airport?
Yes, but to Chicago: the Amtrak Hiawatha, reachable via a free shuttle from the terminal, isn't meant for downtown Milwaukee.
Q. How do you get to downtown Milwaukee from the airport?
By GreenLine bus, fare $2.25, in about 20-25 minutes.
Q. Is Milwaukee Airport convenient for those continuing on to Chicago?
Yes, the free shuttle to the train station and the Amtrak Hiawatha make the connection practical.
Q. Is Milwaukee known for beer?
Yes, historically one of the capitals of American beer brewing, with several historic breweries open to visitors.
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