2.8%
Nonstop
MKE
Brian Dranzik,
Airport Director
To say that 2017 was an exciting year at Mitchell Airport is an understatement. We welcomed nearly seven million passengers; introduced service on two new airlines, Allegiant and Volaris; saw our route map reach 50 nonstop destinations; and expanded our concessions offerings.
We aim to be the premier airport in the region, offering a quick and efficient experience, connecting you with nonstop or one-stop access to hundreds of destinations around the world. MKE is the only airport in Wisconsin or Illinois with service from all the major domestic airlines, and we’re a great alternative to Chicago’s airports.
As travelers approach Mitchell Airport and see our M-K-E monument letters on the Airport Spur from I-94, they know our great customer service and unique amenities will take some of the stress out of traveling. That’s why we consistently hear from travelers that General Mitchell International Airport is their preferred airport for travel involving Milwaukee, Chicago, and beyond.
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MKE is the only airport in Wisconsin or Illinois with service from all the major domestic airlines. Including seasonal destinations, we offer service to more than 45 destinations throughout the year, and more than 160 international destinations are available with one easy connection from MKE. In short, we get you where you need to go, when you want to go there.
MKE loves traveling moms, and we know that sometimes nursing moms need a clean, quiet place and a bit of privacy for breastfeeding or pumping. We teamed up with Mamava to install lactation suites throughout the airport. Suites include power and USB outlets, fold-down shelf, comfortable seating and a mirror.
Located throughout the airport, MKE’s family restrooms make it easy for traveling familes with special amenities including additional space for luggage and strollers, changing tables, and child size toilets and sinks in some locations.
The MKE Meditation Room provides a quiet, tranquil location for thought, rest, reflection, prayer or meditation. Special thanks to the Meditation Room Advisory Board and Board of Directors for their hard work and dedication in raising the funds necessary for the design and construction of this new facility. The MKE Meditation Room is located in the MKE Parking Structure, providing easy access for travelers taking the moving walkway from/to Daily Parking. It is free and open 24 hours per day, to provide access for travelers to enjoy and appreciate this facility for many years to come.
If your little ones need somewhere to burn off a little steam before your next flight, head to our Children’s Play Areas located throughout the airport. Filled with aviation themed climb-ons, fun activities and views of the airfield, they are perfect for our youngest fliers.
Passengers at MKE can stay connected on the road with Boingo Wi-Fi access throughout the airport. Accessing Boingo Wi-Fi is easy. Simply set your SSID to “Boingo Hotspot” and launch your Internet Browser. The Wi-Fi Welcome Page will allow you to login using an existing Boingo account, or purchase Internet access with a variety of pricing options. The first hour is free!
Offering a selection Italian favorites including pizza, pasta and stromboli.
The Miller Brewhouse pays homage to Milwaukee's iconic brewing heritage with delicious salads, soups, carvery sandwiches, burgers, entrees and of course a full bar with great beers on tap.
Milwaukee's own Northpoint offers classic burgers, shakes, fries and delicious frozen custard.
Offering a selection of your Quiznos' favorites including subs, salads and soups.
Offering a selection of your Starbucks favorites. Open 24 hours a day
Offering a selection of its famous pretzels, dipping sauces, pretzel dogs and more.
Offering a selection of the dishes that have made Chili's famous including mouthwatering burgers, sandwiches, salads, appetizers and more.
Offering a selection of bakery, sandwiches, salads and soups including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.
Featuring truly authentic thin-crust Neapolitan pizzas baked to perfection in their wood burning oven. Pizzeria Piccola is known for reproducing that wonderful pizza memory enjoyed by so many in Italy.
Milwaukee's own Valentine Coffee Roasters serves up coffee, salads, sandwiches and pastries.
Offering a selection of great wines and delicious food including appetizers, salads, sandwiches and more.
Offering classic diner fare including juicy hamburgers, french fries and shakes!
Leinenkugels is bringing the feeling of northwoods Wisconsin to Milwaukee's Mitchell Airport offering up its great lineup of award winning beers including seasonal favorites like Summer Shandy, Oktoberfest and others!
Milwaukee's own Nonna Bartolotta's offers traditional Italian fare with that special homemade taste that has made the Bartolotta family famous. Options include pasta, stone-fired pizzas, sandwiches, salads and tempting desserts including fresh gelato.
Serving a selection of Wisconsin's famous sausages (including bratwurst) as well as a variety of entrees, sandwiches and more. And don't miss the selection of Wisconsin cheese and Usinger's sausage available for sale.
MKE is planning to replace Concourse E with a new, flexible-use concourse to better serve passengers and help attract additional international and domestic air service to Milwaukee. The new concourse will include multiple gates capable of handling both international and domestic arrivals and departures.
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In January 2018, SkyWest Airlines purchased a double hangar complex from Milwaukee County. At 190,000 square feet, the new facility will be SkyWest’s largest maintenance facility, holding up to 10 aircraft every night. The hangars are located near the Airport Spur from I-94.
190,000
Square feet,
Skywest's largest
maintenance facility
10
Years and
counting
in MKE
25
New jobs created
by moving into
larger facility
24
Hrs/Day
running
10
Serviced
aircraft
at one time
Lawrence J. Timmerman Airport, Milwaukee County’s general aviation reliever airport located on Milwaukee’s northwest side, saw a 12.7% increase in operations during 2017, fueled by increased flight training as more people are interested in learning to fly.
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98%
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Aviation
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Air Taxi
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Military
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