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$115+ Cheap flights from Madison to San Francisco (MSN - SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSN — SFO
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madison Truax Field to San Francisco are usually found in September or January, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Madison to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madison (MSN) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$298
(Frontier)

One-way from

$115
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$552
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Cheapest flights from Madison to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madison to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/87:42 pmMSN - SFO
1 stop6h 49mFrontier
Sat 5/106:20 amSFO - MSN
1 stop10h 31mFrontier
Deal found 3/24$298
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 7/292:54 pmMSN - SFO
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/311:55 pmSFO - MSN
1 stop8h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$304
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.
Thu 5/296:17 pmMSN - SFO
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Sun 6/112:40 amSFO - MSN
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/24$308
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 5/33:22 pmMSN - SFO
2 stops9h 17mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/296:00 amSFO - MSN
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$319
This Sun Country Air 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2810:10 amMSN - SFO
2 stops38h 41mSun Country Air
Wed 4/96:00 pmSFO - MSN
2 stops37h 14mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/24$833

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madison to San Francisco that are best for you.

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MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Thu 5/8

7:42 pm-12:31 am

1 stop6h 49m

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

6:20 am-6:51 pm

1 stop10h 31m

$298

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Tue 7/29

2:54 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop6h 51m

San Francisco

Sun 8/3

11:55 pm-10:13 am

1 stop8h 18m

$304

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Thu 5/29

6:17 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop7h 34m

San Francisco

Sun 6/1

12:40 am-10:21 am

1 stop7h 41m

$308

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Sat 5/3

3:22 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops9h 17m

San Francisco

Thu 5/29

6:00 am-4:39 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$319

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Sun 4/20

11:07 am-9:05 pm

1 stop11h 58m

$115

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Sat 5/10

7:41 pm-12:31 am

1 stop6h 50m

$149

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Fri 5/9

6:17 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$179

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Tue 7/8

6:30 am-8:56 pm

2 stops16h 26m

$249

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Mon 3/31

2:27 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops11h 17m

$477

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Deals found on 3/24

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Madison to San Francisco in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Madison-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Madison-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Madison-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Madison-San Francisco 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 Madison-San Francisco 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 Madison to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Madison to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Madison to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Madison to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 55 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Madison to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Madison to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Madison to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

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

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

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

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Madison to San Francisco to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
7,890 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8,605 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
7,890 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
3,273 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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 Madison to San Francisco. 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 Madison to San Francisco round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Madison to San Francisco is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $298 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $304 and $308 round-trip. Users have found that Frontier is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $115. Users have also found prices from $145 and $179 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

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

    Flights departing from Madison and landing in San Francisco layover in Chicago most frequently. Denver sees the next most layovers on Madison to San Francisco flights.

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

    Most Chicago visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, and River North. Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, and River North are located about 15.5 mi, 16.2 mi, and 15.0 mi, respectively from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Those landing in Chicago looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $51 per day.

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

    Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, and 16th Street Mall are the most popular attractions in Denver if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, and 16th Street Mall are located about 18.4 mi, 18.6 mi, and 18.7 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Those on a layover in Denver in need of a rental car can book one at Denver Intl for about $56.

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

    Madison to San Francisco flights have a layover in Minneapolis the least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Madison to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 4 airlines flying from Madison to San Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Madison to San Francisco. 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$151Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$284Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$287Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$301Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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