Is a 25 min layover in Milwaukee long enough?

MKE · General Mitchell International · Milwaukee, United States
Cutting It Close

No, 25 minutes is probably not enough for a layover at MKE (Milwaukee).

Below the 30-minute minimum connect time even for a short walk between concourses.
Concourses
2
Max Transit
10m
Avg. Security
12m
Primary Hub
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Domestic → Domestic
30min
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Domestic → International
45min
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International → Domestic
45min
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International → International
45min
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Since MKE has no dedicated international arrivals hub, any international connection likely requires collecting bags and re-clearing at the small Federal Inspection facility, so budget extra time.
The concourses are close enough that you can walk from gate to gate in a few minutes, making tight domestic connections easier than at larger hubs.
Check the flight information monitors near the concourse connector, as gate changes are common on regional jet operations.
If you have Precheck, the single small checkpoint moves fast even during peak periods.
Dining and restroom options are limited, so use layover time efficiently rather than wandering far from your gate.
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Tight connections are safer outside peak hours. Morning rush (6–9a), midday (11a–2p), and evening (4–8p) are highest risk.
MKE has one terminal with two concourses, C and D, joined by a central connector corridor past security. There is no train or shuttle needed — everything is walkable in well under ten minutes, and there is no security re-screening for domestic-to-domestic connections since both concourses sit inside the same secured zone.
Is 25 minutes enough for a layover at General Mitchell International (MKE)?

Below the 30-minute minimum connect time even for a short walk between concourses.

What is the minimum connection time at MKE?

Minimum connection times at General Mitchell International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 30 minutes, International-to-International is 45 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 25 minutes connection at MKE on an international flight?

25 minutes is below the 45-minute international MCT at General Mitchell International. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. MKE has one terminal with two concourses, C and D, joined by a central connector corridor past security. There is no train or shuttle needed — everything is walkable in well under ten minutes, and there is no security re-screening for domestic-to-domestic connections since both concourses sit inside the same secured zone.

How much time do I need for a layover at MKE?

We recommend at least 35 minutes for a comfortable connection at General Mitchell International. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 12 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 10 minutes).

What happens if I miss my connection at MKE?

If you miss a connection at MKE, head straight to the airline's gate agent or service desk in the concourse, as staffing is limited and lines can form quickly during weather delays; rebooking options may require routing through a larger hub like Chicago, Minneapolis, or Detroit.

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