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$82+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Madison (MSN)

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ORD — MSN
feb. 25 — mar. 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
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Round-trip from

$199
(Delta)

One-way from

$82
(Mytrip)

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March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$334

Good round-trip deal

$276 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Madison
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Madison. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

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.
sáb. 4/195:33 pmSTL - MSN
1 stop5h 29mDelta
mié. 4/236:20 amMSN - STL
1 stop4h 18mDelta
Deal found 2/20$199
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.
vie. 4/1110:17 amSTL - MSN
1 stop4h 13mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 4/1212:10 pmMSN - STL
1 stop5h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$214
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/56:30 amSTL - MSN
1 stop3h 41mUnited Airlines
mié. 3/123:50 pmMSN - STL
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$219
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.
sáb. 4/51:50 pmORD - MSN
Nonstop1h 02mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 4/128:09 amMSN - ORD
Nonstop1h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$227
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 3/308:30 pmORD - MSN
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
mar. 4/18:05 amMSN - ORD
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$309
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/56:45 amORD - MSN
1 stop9h 31mMultiple Airlines
mié. 3/125:00 pmMSN - ORD
1 stop16h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$349
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/75:20 pmMLI - MSN
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
mar. 3/115:15 pmMSN - MLI
1 stop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$410
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.
jue. 6/126:28 pmSPI - MSN
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
mar. 6/171:20 pmMSN - SPI
1 stop4h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$411
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.
sáb. 3/85:30 amBMI - MSN
1 stop5h 52mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 3/1511:00 amMSN - BMI
1 stop5h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$511
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vie. 3/2111:00 amSTL - MSN
1 stop6h 39mFrontier
dom. 3/232:04 pmMSN - STL
1 stop19h 12mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$532
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.
vie. 3/219:50 amSTL - MSN
3 stops30h 26mMultiple Airlines
dom. 3/237:15 pmMSN - STL
3 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$753

Find flights from Illinois to Madison within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 febrero 20, 2025.

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St. LouisMadison

STL - MSN

STLMSN

Lambert-St Louis

sáb. 4/19

5:33 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Madison Truax Field

mar. 4/22

6:20 am-10:38 am

1 stop4h 18m

$199

St. LouisMadison

STL - MSN

STLMSN

Lambert-St Louis

vie. 4/11

10:17 am-2:30 pm

1 stop4h 13m

Madison Truax Field

sáb. 4/12

12:10 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$214

St. LouisMadison

STL - MSN

STLMSN

Lambert-St Louis

mié. 3/5

6:30 am-10:11 am

1 stop3h 41m

Madison Truax Field

mié. 3/12

3:50 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$219

ChicagoMadison

ORD - MSN

ORDMSN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 4/5

1:50 pm-2:52 pm

Nonstop1h 02m

Madison Truax Field

sáb. 4/12

8:09 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 01m

$227

ChicagoMadison

ORD - MSN

ORDMSN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 3/30

8:30 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Madison Truax Field

mar. 4/1

8:05 am-9:18 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$309

ChicagoMadison

ORD - MSN

ORDMSN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 3/5

6:45 am-4:16 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Madison Truax Field

mié. 3/12

5:00 pm-9:39 am

1 stop16h 39m

$349

MolineMadison

MLI - MSN

MLIMSN

Moline Quad-City

vie. 3/7

5:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Madison Truax Field

mar. 3/11

5:15 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$410

SpringfieldMadison

SPI - MSN

SPIMSN

Springfield Capital

jue. 6/12

6:28 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop4h 33m

Madison Truax Field

mar. 6/17

1:20 pm-5:38 pm

1 stop4h 18m

$411

BloomingtonMadison

BMI - MSN

BMIMSN

Bloomington-Normal

sáb. 3/8

5:30 am-11:22 am

1 stop5h 52m

Madison Truax Field

sáb. 3/15

11:00 am-4:08 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$511

St. LouisMadison

STL - MSN

STLMSN

Lambert-St Louis

vie. 3/21

11:00 am-5:39 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Madison Truax Field

dom. 3/23

2:04 pm-9:16 am

1 stop19h 12m

$532

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Madison

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Madison

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Madison (average of $338). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to MSN?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 febrero 20, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to Madison, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Madison

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Madison. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to MSN are scheduled on a Thursday (36 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

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 febrero 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Illinois to Madison, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Sun Country Air
7.0
Good
374 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,355 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    For a flight from Illinois to Madison, you will be flying into Truax Field. Madison Truax Field (MSN) is just 5.4 mi from the center of the city.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $82. American Airlines flights start at $125 while deals on United Airlines start at $130 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Illinois to Madison is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Madison Truax Field. You may also consider Lambert-St Louis - Madison Truax Field or Chicago Midway - Madison Truax Field.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Madison?

    Before booking your flight to Madison from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (81%), Emirates (76%), Air Canada( 76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Madison?

    While on average a flight from Illinois to Madison is generally $279, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $189. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Madison Truax Field), you can expect to pay $238 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Madison (average of $338). Flying from Illinois 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 2 airlines flying from Illinois to Madison

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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