Flying from Sacramento to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Sacramento's main airports, Sacramento International Airport (SMF) or Stockton Airport (SCK). Explore your options for booking a flight from Sacramento to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) taking off from either of these.
General Mitchell International Airport is located in Milwaukee. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours ahead of Sacramento.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sacramento to MKE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
With more travellers during high season, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Travelling from central Sacramento to SMF takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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82.15% of flights leaving Sacramento International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of SMF.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
SCK is around 88 kilometres from central Sacramento. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 3 hours 20 minutes.
Start your trip early by booking a night near Stockton Airport before your Sacramento to MKE flight. Convenient stays include Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton.
As far as flight punctuality goes, Stockton Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 55.67%.
SCK is located at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
Have a late flight from Sacramento to General Mitchell International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near MKE and turn out the lights sooner:
Grab a General Mitchell International Airport rental car and explore Milwaukee and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Budget and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Sacramento to General Mitchell International Airport flight.
You'll find MKE at 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
Getting from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to central Milwaukee
From General Mitchell International Airport, central Milwaukee is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
Currently, ج.م. 8,146 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to General Mitchell International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 17,698. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Sacramento to MKE. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Sacramento to General Mitchell International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Milwaukee. July is when most people book flights from Sacramento to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Milwaukee is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your Sacramento to MKE flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Sacramento to General Mitchell International Airport in January when temperatures are between -14ºC and 1ºC.
More about Milwaukee
Start your Milwaukee trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sacramento to General Mitchell International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright and Miller Park are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Milwaukee to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Milwaukee County Zoo.
Explore more of the United States
Milwaukee is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres south of Milwaukee, a visit to Chicago will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Millennium Park, Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago.
If you want to check out another corner of the United States, head for Madison, roughly 121 kilometres west of Milwaukee. Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Chazen Museum of Art and Madison Museum of Contemporary Art are among the biggest draws.
