Flying from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport (MKE) to Denver International Airport (DEN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Denver International Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Denver's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Denver one hour behind Milwaukee.
Every week, there are 34 Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Denver International Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, jump on the 05:00 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 20:25 with Southwest Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MKE to DEN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Denver International Airport. When you're ready to start your Denver adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of the United States:
Most travelers choose to travel with United on this route.
Frontier Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MKE to DEN flights. A reliable 84.21% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Denver International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MKE and DEN:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
St Louis Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport (MKE) to Denver International Airport (DEN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Denver International Airport flight is $100. A return plane ticket right now is $199. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MKE to DEN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Denver International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Denver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport (MKE)
MKE is located at 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
Of the departures from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport from central Milwaukee, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The journey when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MKE? If you're boarding an early flight from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Denver International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Denver International Airport (DEN)
Consider a stay at Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport after arriving from your Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Denver International Airport flight. It's a short drive from DEN and a handy option if you'd like to get some rest right away.
Explore without limits with a Denver International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and see more of Denver and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Denver International Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Denver International Airport (DEN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Denver International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Denver in January.
When booking your flight from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Denver International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Denver, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MKE to DEN in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Colorado Springs is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Denver. Around 105 kilometers away to the south, its best attractions include Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak Region Attractions and Red Rock Canyon.
If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, head for Aurora, about 13 kilometers east of Denver. Plains Conservation Center, DeLaney Homestead Historic District and Aircraft viewing are key highlights.

