Written by the Pharaoh’s Transportation dispatch team, 5151 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee. Rated 4.9 from 302 Google reviews; every chauffeur is background-checked, licensed and insured.
Quick answer: Wisconsin has eight airports with scheduled airline service: Milwaukee Mitchell (MKE), Dane County Regional in Madison (MSN), Green Bay Austin Straubel (GRB), Appleton (ATW), Central Wisconsin in Mosinee (CWA), La Crosse (LSE), Chippewa Valley in Eau Claire (EAU) and Rhinelander-Oneida County (RHI). Many Wisconsin travelers also fly from Chicago O’Hare (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW), Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) or Rockford (RFD) for more nonstops or lower fares. The table below gives each airport’s code, location and drive time from downtown Milwaukee. Pharaoh’s Transportation drives to and from all of them.
Need a ride to any of these airports?
Send your flight and pickup address. Flat rate per vehicle, in writing.
Key takeaways
- 8 Wisconsin airports have scheduled airline service.
- MKE is the largest in the state; MSN, GRB and ATW serve Madison and the Fox Valley.
- O’Hare and Midway add the most nonstop and international flights.
- MSP serves western Wisconsin travelers.
- Drive times below are from downtown Milwaukee.
In this guide
- Wisconsin’s commercial airports
- How to choose an airport
- Getting to each airport
- Private aviation
- Long-distance airport rides
- Vehicles
- How to book
- Why book with Pharaoh’s
- Frequently asked questions
Wisconsin’s commercial airports
Codes, locations and drive times from downtown Milwaukee.
In Wisconsin
| Airport | Code | City | From downtown Milwaukee | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Mitchell International | MKE | Milwaukee | 15 to 20 min | MKE guide |
| Dane County Regional | MSN | Madison | About 1.25 h | MSN guide |
| Green Bay Austin Straubel International | GRB | Green Bay | About 1.75 to 2 h | GRB guide |
| Appleton International | ATW | Appleton | About 1.75 h | ATW guide |
| Central Wisconsin | CWA | Mosinee (Wausau area) | About 3 h | CWA guide |
| La Crosse Regional | LSE | La Crosse | About 3.25 h | LSE guide |
| Chippewa Valley Regional | EAU | Eau Claire | About 4 h | Coming soon |
| Rhinelander-Oneida County | RHI | Rhinelander | About 4 h | Coming soon |
Nearby airports Wisconsin travelers use
| Airport | Code | Where | From downtown Milwaukee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago O’Hare International | ORD | Chicago | 1.5 to 2.5 h |
| Chicago Midway International | MDW | Chicago, southwest side | 1.75 to 2.75 h |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul International | MSP | Minnesota | About 5 h |
| Chicago Rockford International | RFD | Rockford, Illinois | About 1.5 h |
Times vary with traffic. Oshkosh’s Wittman Regional (OSH) is busy with private and event flights; see the OSH guide.
How to choose an airport
Quick rules
- Short domestic trip from southeast Wisconsin: MKE.
- Most nonstops or international: O’Hare.
- Southwest Airlines and a quick terminal: Midway.
- Madison area: MSN; Fox Valley: ATW or GRB; western Wisconsin: LSE, EAU or MSP.
Full comparison: MKE vs O’Hare vs Midway.
Getting to each airport
Car service
Pharaoh’s Transportation drives to and from every airport here, with flight tracking and a flat rate per vehicle. See MKE airport car service, O’Hare car service, Midway car service, Madison airport car service, Green Bay limo service and Appleton limo service.
Flying from a smaller airport?
We drive long-distance to and from every airport on this list.
Private aviation
Private terminals
Private flights also use Waukesha, Timmerman, Kenosha and Sheboygan. See private jet ground transportation in Wisconsin.
Long-distance airport rides
Across the state
Rides between Milwaukee and the farther airports are booked as long-distance trips. See long-distance car service and Milwaukee to Minneapolis service.
Vehicles
See our fleet.
Fleet
| Vehicle | Seats | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Black car (sedan) | Up to 3 | Solo and business travelers |
| Premium SUV | Up to 6 | Families, luggage, winter |
| Executive Sprinter | Up to 13 | Groups |
| Mercedes Sprinter | Up to 15 | Large groups |
How to book
Booking takes about two minutes online or by phone.
Step 1: Pick the airport
Use the table.
Step 2: Send the flight
Number and time.
Step 3: Send the pickup
Address and riders.
Step 4: Get it in writing
Vehicle and flat rate.
Step 5: Fly
Book at book online or call (414) 322-3751.
Why book with Pharaoh’s
Proof you can check
Pharaoh’s Transportation is rated 4.9 from 302 Google reviews. The office is at 5151 S Howell Ave, Suite D1 & D2, Milwaukee, about five minutes from Milwaukee Mitchell Airport.
The fleet
11 premium SUVs, an Executive Sprinter for 13, a 14-passenger van and a Mercedes Sprinter for 15. See the fleet.
Safety and service
Every chauffeur is background-checked, licensed and insured. Dispatch answers 24 hours a day at (414) 322-3751, and every rate is confirmed in writing before the ride.
Related guides
- Milwaukee airport transportation guide
- MKE vs O’Hare vs Midway
- MKE airport guide
- MSN airport guide
- GRB airport guide
Quick Facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Topic | Wisconsin airports |
| In Wisconsin | MKE, MSN, GRB, ATW, CWA, LSE, EAU, RHI |
| Nearby | ORD, MDW, MSP, RFD |
| Largest in Wisconsin | Milwaukee Mitchell (MKE) |
| Rides | To and from every airport listed |
| Dispatch | 24/7, (414) 322-3751 |
| Office | 5151 S Howell Ave, Suite D1 & D2, Milwaukee, WI 53207 |
| Phone | (414) 322-3751, 24/7 |
| Rating | 4.9 from 302 Google reviews |
Frequently asked questions
Airports
How many airports in Wisconsin have airline service?
Eight: MKE, MSN, GRB, ATW, CWA, LSE, EAU and RHI.
What is the biggest airport in Wisconsin?
Milwaukee Mitchell (MKE).
What airport is closest to Madison?
Dane County Regional (MSN).
What airport serves Wausau?
Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA) in Mosinee.
Choosing
Should I fly from MKE or O’Hare?
MKE for short trips; O’Hare for more nonstops and international flights.
Do Wisconsin travelers use Minneapolis?
Yes, especially from western Wisconsin.
Is Midway closer than O’Hare from Milwaukee?
No, Midway is about 15 miles farther.
Which airport for Green Bay?
GRB, or ATW in Appleton.
Rides
Do you drive to every airport listed?
Yes.
Do you track flights?
Yes, at every airport.
How is it priced?
Flat rate per vehicle, in writing.
Are your chauffeurs licensed and insured?
Yes, every chauffeur is background-checked, licensed and insured.
Ready to reserve?
Book online or call dispatch any hour. Rate confirmed in writing before you ride.
About the dispatch team
This guide is written by the Pharaoh’s Transportation dispatch team, who plan these rides every week from the office at 5151 S Howell Ave, Suite D1 & D2, Milwaukee, WI 53207. Dispatch answers 24 hours a day at (414) 322-3751. Related: airport car service · airport guide · fleet · limo prices · about us.
