2025 News Releases
SPIRIT AIRLINES LAUNCHES NONSTOP FLIGHTS TO LOS ANGELES
MILWAUKEE (May 8, 2025) – – Spirit Airlines has launched new nonstop service from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Los Angeles. A Hollywood-themed celebration was held at MKE to mark the inaugural flight today. Travelers were welcomed with a red carpet, popcorn, and Shirley Temple cocktails.
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SPIRIT AIRLINES ADDS NONSTOP FLIGHTS TO DETROIT
MILWAUKEE (April 16, 2025) – – Spirit Airlines will add new nonstop service between Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) and Detroit, Michigan beginning June 13.
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MKE AND MAKE-A-WISH WISCONSIN PARTNER ON NEW CHILDREN'S PLAY AREAS ON CONCOURSE C & D
MILWAUKEE (March 20, 2025) – – Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) and Make-A-Wish Wisconsin came together on Thursday to unveil brand new children’s play areas located on both Concourse C and D. The remodeled spaces, now officially branded as the Make-A-Wish Kids Zones, feature updated play equipment, new paint and décor, and new custom carpeting.
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SPIRIT AIRLINES ANNOUNCES NONSTOP FLIGHTS FROM MKE TO LOS ANGELES, BALTIMORE & NASHVILLE
MILWAUKEE (March 17, 2025) – –Spirit Airlines will add nonstop weekend service between Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) and Los Angeles, Baltimore, and Nashville this summer. In addition, Spirit is making these new Milwaukee flights affordable with introductory fares as low as $74 to Los Angeles, $62 to Baltimore, and $60 to Nashville. The new flights will operate to/from MKE twice per week.
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CENTRAL STANDARD CRAFTHOUSE & KITCHEN LOCATION TO OPEN ON CONCOURSE C
MILWAUKEE (March 12, 2025) – – Central Standard Craft Distillery announces a new Crafthouse & Kitchen location, set to open in the Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport this fall. This marks the second outpost following the award-winning downtown Milwaukee flagship, which received a Cream of the Cream City Award for its exceptional design in 2024.
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MKE HIGHLIGHTS CONVENIENT PARKING, HELPFUL AMENITIES, AND NONSTOP FLIGHTS AHEAD OF BUSY SPRING BREAK SEASON
MILWAUKEE (March 10, 2025) – – Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) is helping travelers maximize their spring break travel experience by sharing information about MKE’s convenient parking options, useful airport amenities, and easy nonstop flights to popular warm-weather destinations. With the busy travel season quickly approaching, here are some tips to help MKE travelers navigate the Airport with ease:
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MKE CELEBRATES LAUNCH OF NONSTOP FLIGHTS TO AUSTIN, TEXAS ON SOUTHWEST AIRLINES
MILWAUKEE (March 6, 2025) – – Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) welcomed new nonstop service to Austin, Texas on Southwest Airlines today. An inaugural flight celebration kicked off daily flights that give travelers a new way to conveniently travel to Texas’ state capital.
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MKE BREAKS GROUND ON NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART CARGO FACILITY
MILWAUKEE (February 27, 2025) – – Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE), together with Crow Holdings, kicked off construction of its new state-of-the-art air cargo facility with a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, February 27. The new facility aims to provide a more efficient alternative for businesses looking to avoid the congestion, delays, and higher costs associated with operating at Illinois airports.
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MKE IMPROVES FLIGHT PLANNING WITH 'WHERE WE FLY' TOOL
MILWAUKEE (February 21, 2025) – – Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) is streamlining the way travelers find and book flights with the introduction of a new flight planning tool. MKE’s website now offers a “Where We Fly” module, allowing users to explore Milwaukee’s 30+ nonstop destinations, compare flight times and airlines, and book their flight, all in one place.
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SOUTHWEST EXPANDS NONSTOP SAN DIEGO SERVICE
MILWAUKEE (February 6, 2025) – – Southwest Airlines is expanding its nonstop service between MKE and San Diego this fall. Beginning October 2, Southwest will fly the route five days per week.
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MKE SURPASSES 6.3 MILLION PASSENGERS IN 2024
MILWAUKEE (February 3, 2025) – – Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport’s (MKE) passenger traffic numbers continued to soar in 2024 as the Airport saw a 5% increase in travelers compared to the previous year. In addition to welcoming more passengers, MKE also introduced new air service and added amenities and concessions options throughout the year.
