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$179+ Cheap flights from Madison (MSN) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSN — CHI
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madison (MSN) to Chicago (CHI). 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$179
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$179

Good round-trip deal

$352 or less

Good one-way deal

$215 or less
From Madison Truax Field to Chicago (CHI)
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Cheapest flights from Madison to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madison to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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. 7/178:27 pmMSN - ORD
Nonstop1h 03mAmerican Airlines
jue. 7/249:03 amORD - MSN
Nonstop1h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
mar. 6/246:30 amMSN - ORD
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
sáb. 6/289:20 pmORD - MSN
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$189
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/188:14 pmMSN - ORD
1 stop13h 22mFrontier
dom. 9/216:00 amORD - MSN
1 stop13h 29mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$396
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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. 7/210:19 amMSN - ORD
1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
jue. 7/39:08 pmORD - MSN
2 stops34h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$643
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
jue. 7/39:40 amMSN - MDW
1 stop9h 01mDelta
lun. 7/71:09 pmMDW - MSN
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Deal found 6/12$711

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Madison to Chicago 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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madison to Chicago that are best for you.

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MadisonChicago

MSN - ORD

MSNORD

Madison Truax Field

jue. 7/17

8:27 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 7/24

9:03 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 12m

$179

MadisonChicago

MSN - ORD

MSNORD

Madison Truax Field

mar. 6/24

6:30 am-7:41 am

Nonstop1h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 6/28

9:20 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$189

MadisonChicago

MSN - ORD

MSNORD

Madison Truax Field

jue. 9/18

8:14 pm-9:36 am

1 stop13h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 9/21

6:00 am-7:29 pm

1 stop13h 29m

$396

MadisonChicago

MSN - ORD

MSNORD

Madison Truax Field

mié. 7/2

10:19 am-6:44 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 7/3

9:08 pm-8:01 am

2 stops34h 53m

$643

MadisonChicago

MSN - MDW

MSNMDW

Madison Truax Field

jue. 7/3

9:40 am-6:41 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Chicago Midway

lun. 7/7

1:09 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$711

MadisonChicago

MSN - ORD

MSNORD

Madison Truax Field

jue. 7/17

6:33 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

$192

MadisonChicago

MSN - MDW

MSNMDW

Madison Truax Field

jue. 8/14

7:18 pm-11:41 am

1 stop16h 23m

$196

MadisonChicago

MSN - ORD

MSNORD

Madison Truax Field

dom. 9/21

8:14 pm-9:36 am

1 stop13h 22m

$209

MadisonChicago

MSN - ORD

MSNORD

Madison Truax Field

dom. 7/20

6:40 am-7:48 am

Nonstop1h 08m

$219

MadisonChicago

MSN - MDW

MSNMDW

Madison Truax Field

vie. 7/25

1:28 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$622

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Deals found on 6/12

Best time to book a flight from Madison to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Madison to Chicago

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Madison to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Madison to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Madison to Chicago in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Madison to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Madison to Chicago. Price data was last updated on October 20, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Madison to Chicago flight should consider departing on Thursday 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.

Weekly flight availability from Madison to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Madison to Chicago. 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 junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from MSN to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Madison to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,295 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Madison to Chicago. 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 from for flights from Madison to Chicago?

    For a flight from Madison to Chicago, you will be flying from Truax Field. Madison Truax Field (MSN) is just 5.4 mi from the center of the city. Truax Field is the only Madison airport and it handles 34 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 2 airlines have flights to Chicago from Madison Truax Field on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Madison to Chicago round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($179), United Airlines ($189), and Frontier ($396) offers the cheapest pricing from Madison to Chicago. American Airlines is priced at 47% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $192 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $196 and United Airlines from $219 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Madison to Chicago consider choosing Copa Airlines (89%), Avianca (89%) or Japan Airlines (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Madison to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Madison to Chicago? While on average our users pay $2,188, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $129. The most popular route (Madison Truax Field - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $179.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Madison to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 Madison to Chicago

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Madison to Chicago. 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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