How to travel from Milwaukee to Anchorage, United States of America

The distance between Milwaukee and Anchorage is around 2,896 miles (4,661km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 8h 15m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Milwaukee to Anchorage by plane, bus, train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Milwaukee (MKE) to Anchorage (ANC).

  • Duration8h 15m
  • Flight time7h 30m
  • Typical cost
    $655
Operated by

American Airlines

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5 similiar routes

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car
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Drive

Drive to Anchorage.

  • Duration2 days 20h
  • Distance3,562 miles (5,733km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Milwaukee and Anchorage

There are several options for getting from Milwaukee to Anchorage by plane, bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then fly which costs around $410 and will take around 9hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 8h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $655.

The distance between Milwaukee and Anchorage is around 2,896 miles (4,661km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,779 miles (4,473km)

It takes around 8h 15m to get from Milwaukee and Anchorage by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2 days 20h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Milwaukee to Anchorage is to fly which takes around 8h 15m and will set you back approx $655.

The cheapest way to travel between Milwaukee and Anchorage, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then fly which will typically cost around $410 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Milwaukee and Anchorage. We recommend that you fly from Milwaukee (MKE) to Anchorage (ANC). instead which will take 8h 15m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Milwaukee and Anchorage. We recommend that you fly from Milwaukee (MKE) to Anchorage (ANC). instead which will take 8h 15m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Milwaukee and Anchorage. Flights depart from Milwaukee (MKE) and arrive at Anchorage (ANC) - via Chicago O'Hare (ORD). The flight takes around 7h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Milwaukee to Anchorage. There is however a flight that goes via Chicago O'Hare (ORD). This services will take at least 8h 15m (not including layover time).

The flight from Milwaukee to Anchorage typically takes around 7h 30m. Flights depart from Milwaukee (MKE) and and arrive into Anchorage (ANC).

The closest major airport to Anchorage is Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) (ANC) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Anchorage. Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA) (ENA) and Mudhole Smith Airport (CDV) (CDV) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Milwaukee and Anchorage. The distance is around 3,562 miles (5,733km) by road and it will take around 2 days 20h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Milwaukee to Anchorage is to fly which takes, on average, 8h 15m and will usually cost around $655.

How do I get from Milwaukee to Anchorage

Compare travel optionsbetween Milwaukee and Anchorage

Transport options from Milwaukee to Anchorage
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 5 similar
8h 15m
$655
every 20 mins4,697km (2,918 miles)
Bus and Plane9hrs
$410
every 4 hours4,711km (2,927 miles)
Bus to Green Bay, WI, Fly9h 45m
$810
once daily4,661km (2,896 miles)
Train and Plane9h 50m
$520
every 4 hours4,768km (2,963 miles)
Bus to Madison, Fly10h 15m
$605
5 times a day4,888km (3,037 miles)
Bus, Taxi and Plane10h 15m
$935
once daily4,679km (2,907 miles)
Drive
2 days 20h
$350
on demand5,733km (3,562 miles)

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Airports near Anchorage

The following major airports near Anchorage offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

ANC
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
International Airport
Distance
4 miles (7km) from Anchorage
ENA
Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
64 miles (103km) from Anchorage
CDV
Mudhole Smith Airport (CDV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
157 miles (253km) from Anchorage