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$97+ Cheap flights from Madison (MSN) to California

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MSN — LAX
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
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Round-trip from

$199
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$97
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$574

Good round-trip deal

$186 or less

Good one-way deal

$91 or less
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/138:46 amMSN - LAX
Nonstop4h 16mBreeze Airways
Wed 8/2011:47 amLAX - MSN
Nonstop3h 58mBreeze Airways
Deal found 3/24$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/26:30 amMSN - LAS
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/106:00 amLAS - MSN
2 stops8h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/22:00 pmMSN - LAS
1 stop9h 19mDelta
Mon 9/812:45 amLAS - MSN
1 stop5h 55mDelta
Deal found 3/25$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/205:09 amMSN - SMF
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/2011:59 pmSMF - MSN
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/156:37 amMSN - PSP
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/196:14 amPSP - MSN
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/295:49 pmMSN - RNO
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/36:00 amRNO - MSN
1 stop6h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/3011:13 amMSN - SNA
1 stop8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/42:45 pmSNA - MSN
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/35:49 pmMSN - SJC
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/1012:48 pmSJC - MSN
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$230
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/305:21 pmMSN - LAS
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/3112:59 amLAS - MSN
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/152:35 pmMSN - SJC
1 stop8h 03mDelta
Tue 4/221:05 pmSJC - MSN
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Deal found 3/25$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/155:10 pmMSN - SMF
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Tue 4/2211:05 pmSMF - MSN
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Deal found 3/25$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/155:45 amMSN - PSP
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Wed 4/161:55 pmPSP - MSN
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Deal found 3/24$277

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Madison to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madison to California that are best for you.

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MadisonLos Angeles

MSN - LAX

MSNLAX

Madison Truax Field

Wed 8/13

8:46 am-11:02 am

Nonstop4h 16m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/20

11:47 am-5:45 pm

Nonstop3h 58m

$199

MadisonLas Vegas

MSN - LAS

MSNLAS

Madison Truax Field

Tue 9/2

6:30 am-11:14 am

1 stop6h 44m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/10

6:00 am-4:37 pm

2 stops8h 37m

$214

MadisonLas Vegas

MSN - LAS

MSNLAS

Madison Truax Field

Tue 9/2

2:00 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/8

12:45 am-8:40 am

1 stop5h 55m

$217

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Tue 5/20

5:09 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/20

11:59 pm-10:33 am

1 stop8h 34m

$229

MadisonPalm Springs

MSN - PSP

MSNPSP

Madison Truax Field

Tue 4/15

6:37 am-12:01 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Palm Springs

Sat 4/19

6:14 am-5:00 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$229

MadisonReno

MSN - RNO

MSNRNO

Madison Truax Field

Tue 4/29

5:49 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Reno

Sat 5/3

6:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$229

MadisonSanta Ana

MSN - SNA

MSNSNA

Madison Truax Field

Fri 5/30

11:13 am-6:03 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/4

2:45 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$229

MadisonSan Jose

MSN - SJC

MSNSJC

Madison Truax Field

Sat 5/3

5:49 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop6h 58m

San Jose

Sat 5/10

12:48 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$230

MadisonLas Vegas

MSN - LAS

MSNLAS

Madison Truax Field

Fri 5/30

5:21 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/31

12:59 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 34m

$239

MadisonSan Jose

MSN - SJC

MSNSJC

Madison Truax Field

Tue 4/15

2:35 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop8h 03m

San Jose

Tue 4/22

1:05 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$257

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madison to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to California (average of $246). Flying from Madison to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSN to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Madison to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Madison to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Madison to California, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and Breeze Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
156 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Madison to California?

    Most people fly from Madison Truax Field (MSN) if they book a flight from Madison to California. Madison Truax Field is conveniently located just 5.4 mi from Madison’s city center.

  • How popular is this Madison to California flight route?

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Madison Truax Field to California.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Madison to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $105. Delta flights start at $109 while deals on Breeze Airways start at $125 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Madison to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Madison to California consider Madison Truax Field - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Madison Truax Field - San Francisco or Madison Truax Field - Los Angeles as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Madison to California?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $88. While the most popular route (Madison Truax Field - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) can be booked for $209 on average our data indicates $170 when flying from Madison to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Madison to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Madison to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Madison to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Madison to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madison to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to California (average of $246). Flying from Madison to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Madison to California

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Madison to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$124Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$125Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$262Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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