How busy is Milwaukee Mitchell International right now?

The TSA wait at MKE is about 16-22 minutes. Check live conditions, weather, and FAA delay status above for a full picture of how busy MKE is right now.

What is the FAA airport status for MKE?

The FAA airport status for MKE (Milwaukee Mitchell International) shows current delays, ground stops, and departure/arrival delay programs. MKE has an on-time departure rate of 81%, with an average delay of 70 minutes when delays occur. Check above for live FAA status and real-time conditions.

Is MKE busy right now?

Check the live status above for real-time conditions at Milwaukee Mitchell International (MKE). TSA wait is currently about 16-22 minutes. Overall, 81% of flights depart on time from MKE. The least busy time for security is 4 AM (about 5 min).

Is Milwaukee Mitchell International operating normally today?

Check the live FAA status and delay data above for current operations at MKE. On a typical day, 81% of departures from Milwaukee Mitchell International are on time. When delays occur, they average about 70 minutes. The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Are there delays at Milwaukee Mitchell International today?

Check the live delay tracker above for current MKE delays. Historically, 81% of departures are on time, and when delays occur they average 70 minutes. About 1.8% of flights are cancelled. The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

What is the average departure delay at Milwaukee Mitchell International?

When departures at MKE (Milwaukee Mitchell International) are delayed, the average delay is about 70 minutes. Overall, 81% of flights depart on time. About 1.8% of flights are cancelled.

What causes the most departure delays at Milwaukee Mitchell International?

The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding). At MKE, 81% of departures are on time, and when delays occur they average 70 minutes.

Is it safe to book a tight connection at Milwaukee Mitchell International?

MKE is fairly reliable, so a 60-minute domestic connection is usually fine. For international flights, allow at least 90 minutes.

What's the best time to fly from Milwaukee Mitchell International?

Early morning flights (before 8 AM) tend to have the best on-time performance at most airports, including MKE. For shorter security lines, aim for 4 AM (about 5 min). Midweek flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) also tend to see fewer delays than weekend or Monday departures.

MKE Milwaukee Delays & Airport Status

Q: What are TSA wait times at MKE?

The TSA wait at MKE is about 16-22 minutes. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 5 min). The busiest period is 6 AM (25-31 minutes). Wait times are similar throughout the week.

Milwaukee Mitchell International

MKE delays today: Milwaukee Mitchell International has an on-time departure rate of about 81%. The FAA airport status for MKE typically shows an average delay of 70 minutes when departures are delayed. The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding). Roughly 1.8% of flights are cancelled. The typical taxi-out time from gate to takeoff is about 16 minutes. The current TSA wait is about 16-22 minutes. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 5 min). The busiest period is 6 AM (25-31 minutes).

Source: BTS, FAA. Updated April 2026.