Travelling from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport (MKE) to Providence Airport (PVD): what you need to know
Providence's timezone is UTC-5, making Providence one hour ahead of Milwaukee.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MKE to PVD flight.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Providence Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MKE and PVD include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
Handy information about Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport (MKE)
The address for MKE is 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
76% of flights leaving from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport from central Milwaukee, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kms (10 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Providence Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to MKE:
Arriving at Providence Airport (PVD)
Consider booking a hotel close to PVD if you're on a late Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Providence Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Providence Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget to explore Providence and beyond.
Booking your ride from Providence Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Providence Airport (PVD) to central Providence
The address for PVD is 2000 Airport Road.
Providence Airport is roughly 16 kms (10 miles) from central Providence. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Providence Airport (PVD)
August is the busiest month for flights from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Providence Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Providence in March.
Book your flight from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Providence Airport for July if you want to go to Providence during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MKE to PVD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 6ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Providence has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 257 kms (160 miles) south-west of Providence, a trip to New York will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Philadelphia is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 386 kms (240 miles) south-west of Providence. No journey is complete without experiencing Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.