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$101+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Madison (SFO - MSN)

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SFO — MSN
feb. 25 — mar. 41
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The best prices from San Francisco to Madison Truax Field are usually found in January or February, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Madison

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Madison (MSN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(Delta)

One-way from

$101
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$397
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Madison Truax Field flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Madison Truax Field flights.
From San Francisco to Madison Truax Field
One-way flight from San Francisco to Madison Truax Field
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Madison
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco 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.
mié. 4/23:15 pmSFO - MSN
1 stop5h 49mDelta
lun. 4/76:10 amMSN - SFO
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Deal found 2/20$289
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.
mar. 4/112:25 amSFO - MSN
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 4/55:49 pmMSN - SFO
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$314
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.
jue. 3/65:00 amSFO - MSN
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
lun. 3/103:50 pmMSN - SFO
1 stop9h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$340
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 6/2012:37 pmSFO - MSN
1 stop8h 24mAlaska Airlines
vie. 7/114:37 pmMSN - SFO
1 stop8h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$569
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.
jue. 6/126:00 amSFO - MSN
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
dom. 6/158:00 pmMSN - SFO
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$618

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San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

mié. 4/2

3:15 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Madison Truax Field

mar. 4/8

2:44 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$289

San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

mar. 4/1

12:15 am-11:29 am

1 stop9h 14m

Madison Truax Field

sáb. 4/12

5:49 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$314

San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

jue. 3/6

5:00 am-1:38 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Madison Truax Field

lun. 3/10

3:50 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$340

San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

vie. 6/20

12:37 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Madison Truax Field

jue. 7/10

4:37 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$569

San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

jue. 6/12

6:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Madison Truax Field

dom. 6/15

8:00 pm-12:33 am

1 stop6h 33m

$618

San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

mié. 3/5

2:53 pm-1:04 pm

1 stop20h 11m

$101

San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

jue. 3/13

1:36 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$179

San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

dom. 4/6

5:00 am-2:12 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$269

San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

dom. 3/9

3:45 pm-10:44 am

2 stops40h 59m

$363

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Deals found on 2/20

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Madison in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Madison flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Madison flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Madison flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Madison flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Madison flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Madison

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Madison

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Madison?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Madison. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Madison is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Madison, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Madison?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Madison. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Madison flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from San Francisco to Madison by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Madison. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Madison round-trip?

    Delta, at $289, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Madison.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Madison for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $101 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $179 and United Airlines from $269 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Madison?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Denver?

    Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre are the most popular attractions in Denver if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall and Paramount Theatre are located about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Denver Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a layover in Denver in need of a rental car can book one at Denver Intl for about $47.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Chicago?

    Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, and River North are the most popular attractions in Chicago if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, and River North can be accessed by traveling approximately 15.5 mi, 16.2 mi, and 15.0 mi, respectively from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Chicago can rent a car from Chicago O'Hare Intl for about $49 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Madison flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Madison?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Madison?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Madison (average of $338). Flying from San Francisco 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Madison

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$148Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$285Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$288Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$340Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$388Average$762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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