Buffalo to Milwaukee (BUF–MKE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Buffalo to Milwaukee
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 463 mi 1h 15m nonstop -1h behind 38 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between BUF and MKE, connecting options are available through 38 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for BUF to MKE.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
38
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
PTK ~3h 19m STL ~4h 0m TEB ~4h 8m IAD ~4h 32m MSP ~4h 46m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
755
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
BUF → MKE
60%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
60%
Arriving
82%
Return
MKE → BUF
59%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
59%
Arriving
80%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. BUF delays → MKE delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Milwaukee is 1 hour behind Buffalo.
BUF: EDT · MKE: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Buffalo, it's 5:00 PM in Milwaukee.
Distance & Flight Time
463 mi / 746 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 15m.
Facts

BUF–MKE Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Buffalo to Milwaukee route.
Route details
Distance463 mi / 746 km
Flight time1h 15m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections38 hubs
Origin: BUF
Full nameBuffalo Niagara International Airport
IATA / ICAOBUF / KBUF
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Passengers/yr5.0M
Elevation728 ft / 222 m
Destination: MKE
Full nameGeneral Mitchell International Airport
IATA / ICAOMKE / KMKE
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr6.2M
Elevation723 ft / 220 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BUF to MKE flights.
Nonstop flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to General Mitchell International Airport take approximately 1h 15m. The route covers 463 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from BUF to MKE. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PTK, STL, TEB, IAD, MSP, ECP, AEX, PBG, PIE, EGE, BCT, APF, PBI, OKC, SLC, JFK, DEN, BNA, EWR, DCA, ORD, MIA, BWI, DTW, MDW, LAS, CLT, DFW, RSW, FLL, ATL, PHL, LGA, MCO, TPA, SRQ, BOS and PHX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Milwaukee is 1 hour behind Buffalo.
Yes, return flights from MKE to BUF are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from BUF to MKE

Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) and General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

BUF to MKE Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from BUF to MKE ranges from 1 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 463 miles (746 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via PTK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.