Direct flights from Milwaukee to Austin
4 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from MKE to AUS.
Flight time: about 2h19m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Milwaukee local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest SWA2868 | 5:23a | 2h16m | Thu |
| Southwest SWA2868 | 5:27a | 2h19m | Mon, Fri |
| Southwest SWA1181 | 12:38p | 2h21m | Sun |
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Nonstop from Milwaukee (MKE) to Austin (AUS)
General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) has 4 nonstop flights a week to Austin (AUS), operated by Southwest. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of MKE and you're there.
This route flies on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday — check the schedule grid above before you pick a travel day. Route data updated September 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated September 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Milwaukee to Austin?
The nonstop flight from Milwaukee (MKE) to Austin (AUS) takes about 2h19m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Milwaukee to Austin?
Driving from Milwaukee to Austin takes about 18h 2m behind the wheel — roughly 1,197 miles, or about 2 days of real driving. The nonstop flight takes about 2h19m.