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$80+ Cheap flights from California to Madison (MSN)

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LAX — MSN
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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Round-trip from

$164
(Frontier)

One-way from

$80
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$492

Good one-way deal

$118 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Madison
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/812:59 amONT - MSN
1 stop9h 05mFrontier
Thu 3/132:04 pmMSN - ONT
1 stop12h 05mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$164
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2411:47 amLAX - MSN
Nonstop3h 58mBreeze Airways
Sat 5/318:46 amMSN - LAX
Nonstop4h 16mBreeze Airways
Deal found 2/19$186
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/138:18 pmLAX - MSN
1 stop19h 21mFrontier
Mon 3/173:59 pmMSN - LAX
1 stop29h 19mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$220
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/36:25 amSAN - MSN
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Sat 5/107:41 pmMSN - SAN
1 stop6h 32mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$220
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/2512:27 pmSJC - MSN
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/14:15 pmMSN - SJC
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/252:48 pmSAN - MSN
1 stop6h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/24:15 pmMSN - SAN
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/142:38 pmSMF - MSN
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/186:15 amMSN - SMF
2 stops11h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 5/612:59 amLAS - MSN
1 stop7h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/105:19 pmMSN - LAS
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/257:00 amSJC - MSN
2 stops8h 38mDelta
Tue 4/111:34 amMSN - SJC
2 stops12h 45mDelta
Deal found 2/19$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/2510:00 pmSAN - MSN
1 stop9h 03mDelta
Wed 4/26:10 amMSN - SAN
1 stop8h 55mDelta
Deal found 2/20$277
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/154:03 pmSJC - MSN
1 stop19h 01mFrontier
Thu 3/272:04 pmMSN - SJC
1 stop26h 59mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$282
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/212:59 amLAS - MSN
1 stop10h 03mFrontier
Sun 4/62:04 pmMSN - LAS
1 stop6h 25mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$286

Find flights from California to Madison within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Madison 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 February 20, 2025.

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California

Fly to

Madison

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Depart

Return

Price

OntarioMadison

ONT - MSN

ONTMSN

Ontario

Sat 3/8

12:59 am-1:04 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Madison Truax Field

Thu 3/13

2:04 pm-12:09 am

1 stop12h 05m

$164

Los AngelesMadison

LAX - MSN

LAXMSN

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

11:47 am-5:45 pm

Nonstop3h 58m

Madison Truax Field

Sat 5/31

8:46 am-11:02 am

Nonstop4h 16m

$186

Los AngelesMadison

LAX - MSN

LAXMSN

Los Angeles

Thu 3/13

8:18 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop19h 21m

Madison Truax Field

Mon 3/17

3:59 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop29h 19m

$220

San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

Sat 5/3

6:25 am-6:51 pm

1 stop10h 26m

Madison Truax Field

Sat 5/10

7:41 pm-12:13 am

1 stop6h 32m

$220

San JoseMadison

SJC - MSN

SJCMSN

San Jose

Tue 3/25

12:27 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Madison Truax Field

Tue 4/1

4:15 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$229

San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

Tue 3/25

2:48 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Madison Truax Field

Wed 4/2

4:15 pm-9:07 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$229

SacramentoMadison

SMF - MSN

SMFMSN

Sacramento Intl

Fri 3/14

2:38 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Madison Truax Field

Tue 3/18

6:15 am-3:43 pm

2 stops11h 28m

$264

Las VegasMadison

LAS - MSN

LASMSN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/6

12:59 am-10:34 am

1 stop7h 35m

Madison Truax Field

Sat 5/10

5:19 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$264

San JoseMadison

SJC - MSN

SJCMSN

San Jose

Tue 3/25

7:00 am-5:38 pm

2 stops8h 38m

Madison Truax Field

Tue 4/1

11:34 am-10:19 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$267

San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

Tue 3/25

10:00 pm-9:03 am

1 stop9h 03m

Madison Truax Field

Wed 4/2

6:10 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$277

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Best time to book a flight from California to Madison

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Travel insights for flights from California to Madison

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Madison including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madison (average of $338). Flying from California to Madison in June is currently the most expensive (average of $423). 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 CA to MSN?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Madison. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Madison by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madison ranges from 1.2 - 4.5 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Madison when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Madison by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Madison, 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 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 19.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Madison

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madison. 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 Madison. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Delta from California to Madison. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Madison. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Madison from California, you will be flying to Truax Field, which is the city’s only airport. Madison Truax Field (MSN) is located 5.4 mi from the center of Madison.

  • How popular is this California to Madison flight route?

    The California to Madison Truax Field flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Madison are Frontier ($80), Breeze Airways ($92), and American Airlines ($105).

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

    While some choose either Los Angeles - Madison Truax Field or Ontario - Madison Truax Field, San Francisco - Madison Truax Field is the most popular route from California to Madison.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Madison?

    While on average a flight from California to Madison is generally $137, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $102. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Madison Truax Field), you can expect to pay $265 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Madison?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Madison.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Madison 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 California to Madison?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madison (average of $338). Flying from California to Madison in June is currently the most expensive (average of $423). 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 6 airlines flying from California to Madison

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to Madison. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$72Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$143Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$228Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$264Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$388Average$762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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