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Traveling Through MKE — Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport

Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport serves 1 terminal, 13 airlines. Everything you need to know before you fly — terminals, transit, tips, and more.

3M passengers/year (2017) · Updated March 2026


📋 Key Facts for Your Trip

Essential info before you fly through MKE

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Terminals
1 terminal (Main Terminal (Concourse C, Concourse D))
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Domestic Check-in
2 hours before departure (2 hours 30 minutes during peak hours 5-8 AM, 4-7 PM; 1 hour 30 minutes with TSA PreCheck)
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International Check-in
3 hours before departure
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WiFi
Unlimited free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. Connect to 'MKE Free WiFi'.
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Power Outlets
Power poles and floor outlets near virtually every gate. Concourse C business nook provides USB-A/C plus standard sockets. Mother's Room on Concourse D has power and USB outlets.
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Annual Passengers
3M passengers/year (2017)

✈️ Airlines at MKE

Terminal assignments — always confirm with your airline before travel

Airline Terminal(s)
Southwest Airlines Concourse C
United Airlines Concourse C
Alaska Airlines Concourse D
American Airlines Concourse D
American Eagle Concourse D
Delta Air Lines Concourse D
Delta Connection Concourse D
Frontier Airlines Concourse D
JetBlue Concourse D
Sun Country Airlines Concourse D
Apple Vacations Concourse D
Funjet Vacations Concourse D
Spirit Airlines Concourse D

🚗 Getting To & From MKE

Ground transportation options for Milwaukee

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Rail / Train

Amtrak's Milwaukee Airport Rail Station (Hiawatha and Borealis services) is 3/4 mile from the airport. Free shuttle buses run between the station and baggage claim. Services to Chicago, downtown Milwaukee, and Saint Paul.

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Bus / Shuttle

MCTS Green Line (to downtown and north shore suburbs), Route 80 (from Oak Creek, downtown, and Milwaukee's north side). Badger Coaches (to Downtown Milwaukee, Johnson Creek, Goerkes Corners, Madison). Airport Connection (to Sheboygan, Fox Valley Area).

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Rideshare

Uber and Lyft are permitted. Pickup at exit doors marked 'Exit to Ticketing' alongside the escalator.

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Taxi

Taxis are available. Approximate fare to downtown Milwaukee is $25-$35.

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Parking

Saver Lot: $11/day. Rail Lot: $11/day (for Amtrak passengers only). · Hourly Parking: $2/hr, $27/day. Surface Lot: $2/hr, $18/day.

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Rental Cars

Rental car center is located on the first floor of the main airport parking garage, directly across from baggage claim. Major companies include Enterprise, Alamo, Budget, Hertz, SIXT, Avis.


🍽️ Inside MKE

Food, lounges, and shopping at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport

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Food & Dining

Before security: Miller Brewhouse, MKE Streetside Market, Starbucks. · After security: Concourse C: Auntie Anne's, Barons' Beer Garden, Chili's, Cousins Subs, Concordia Market, Dunkin' Donuts, Farmer's Fridge, Pizzeria Piccola, Starbucks, Vino Volo. Concourse D: Farmer's Fridge, Garden District Kitchen and Bar, Great American Bagel Bakery, Dunkin' Donuts, Nonna Bartolotta's & Nonna's To-Go, Starbucks, Bonne Terre, Auntie Anne's | Cinnabon.

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Lounges

Delta Sky Club (Concourse D)USO (Main Terminal, for active duty military)

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Shopping

Main Terminal: Miller - The Brewery Shop, No Boundaries, PGA Tour Shop, Renaissance Books, SPANX, Summerfest Marketplace. Concourse C: Bay View Exchange, Brew City Brand, Bronzeville Crossing, Scoreboard, Brighton, TripAdvisor, MKE Lakeshore Supply, Miller Valley Market.


💡 Frequent Traveler Tips for MKE

Insider knowledge to make your time at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport smoother

  • 1 MKE offers unlimited free Wi-Fi, connect to 'MKE Free WiFi'.
  • 2 Power outlets and USB charging are widely available, especially near gates and in the Concourse C business nook.
  • 3 Consider using the free shuttle service to the Amtrak station for connections to Chicago or downtown Milwaukee.
  • 4 For quick and easy food options, Farmer's Fridge vending machines are available 24/7 in both Concourse C and D.
  • 5 If you have extra time, visit the Mitchell Gallery of Flight museum in the main terminal.

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Frequently Asked Questions — MKE

How many terminals does MKE (Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport) have?

Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport has 1 terminal: Main Terminal (Concourse C, Concourse D). Always confirm your terminal with your airline before travel, as assignments can change.

Does MKE have free WiFi?

Unlimited free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. Connect to 'MKE Free WiFi'.. For real-time connectivity updates and to stay on top of gate changes, download TripTrack — it tracks your flight automatically.

How early should I arrive at MKE?

For domestic flights, check-in closes 2 hours before departure (2 hours 30 minutes during peak hours 5-8 AM, 4-7 PM; 1 hour 30 minutes with TSA PreCheck). For international flights, check-in closes 3 hours before departure. As a general rule, arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights to allow time for check-in, security, and reaching your gate.

What airlines fly from MKE?

Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is served by 13 airlines, including Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, American Eagle and 8 more. See the full airline and terminal list above.

How do I get from MKE to Milwaukee?

Ground transportation options from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport include rail/train (Amtrak's Milwaukee Airport Rail Station (Hiawatha and Borealis services) is 3/4 mile from the airport. Free shuttle buses run between the station and baggage claim. Services to Chicago, downtown Milwaukee, and Saint Paul.), bus/shuttle service, rideshare apps, taxi. See the Getting To & From section above for details.

Is there parking at MKE?

Yes, Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport offers parking options. Saver Lot: $11/day. Rail Lot: $11/day (for Amtrak passengers only). Hourly Parking: $2/hr, $27/day. Surface Lot: $2/hr, $18/day. Rates and availability change — check the airport website for current pricing.

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