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$98+ Cheap flights from California to Madison (MSN)

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 12/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MSN
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Madison

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Round-trip from

$229
(Delta)

One-way from

$98
(Kiwi.com)

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December

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August

Average price

$413
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Cheapest flights from California to Madison
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Madison. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 12/2512:27 pmLAS - MSN
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Sat 1/35:01 pmMSN - LAS
1 stop8h 43mDelta
Deal found 11/26$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Fri 12/2612:27 pmLAS - MSN
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Tue 1/62:50 pmMSN - LAS
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Deal found 11/24$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Mon 12/2211:55 pmLAS - MSN
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/17:23 amMSN - LAS
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
Thu 12/255:30 amLAS - MSN
2 stops7h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/312:23 pmMSN - LAS
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/26$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/234:25 pmSAN - MSN
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/17:23 amMSN - SAN
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2412:42 pmSAN - MSN
1 stop7h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:00 amMSN - SAN
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/25$308
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
Mon 12/226:25 amSAN - MSN
1 stop5h 36mFrontier
Mon 1/52:56 pmMSN - SAN
1 stop11h 03mFrontier
Deal found 11/26$312
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:45 amONT - MSN
1 stop5h 16mFrontier
Mon 12/222:56 pmMSN - ONT
1 stop11h 03mFrontier
Deal found 11/25$318
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:34 amLAX - MSN
1 stop5h 27mFrontier
Mon 12/222:56 pmMSN - LAX
1 stop11h 34mFrontier
Deal found 11/25$318
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:25 amSAN - MSN
1 stop5h 36mFrontier
Mon 12/222:56 pmMSN - SAN
1 stop6h 19mFrontier
Deal found 11/23$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Fri 12/263:45 pmLAS - MSN
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/611:29 amMSN - LAS
2 stops9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$318
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Thu 11/277:05 amLAS - MSN
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/306:30 amMSN - LAS
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$319

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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 November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Madison that are best for you.

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Las VegasMadison

LAS - MSN

LASMSN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 12/25

12:27 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Madison Truax Field

Sat 1/3

5:01 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$229

Las VegasMadison

LAS - MSN

LASMSN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 1/11

12:30 am-10:10 am

1 stop7h 40m

Madison Truax Field

Sat 1/17

5:26 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$249

Las VegasMadison

LAS - MSN

LASMSN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 12/26

12:27 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Madison Truax Field

Tue 1/6

2:50 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$249

Las VegasMadison

LAS - MSN

LASMSN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 12/22

6:00 am-5:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Madison Truax Field

Thu 1/1

7:23 am-11:44 am

1 stop6h 21m

$269

Las VegasMadison

LAS - MSN

LASMSN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 1/8

6:15 am-2:10 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Madison Truax Field

Sun 1/11

2:50 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$269

San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

Wed 4/15

6:25 am-2:23 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Madison Truax Field

Wed 4/29

5:00 am-9:46 am

1 stop6h 46m

$277

Los AngelesMadison

LAX - MSN

LAXMSN

Los Angeles

Fri 1/23

7:00 am-2:52 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Madison Truax Field

Tue 1/27

8:15 am-1:03 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$283

San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

6:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Madison Truax Field

Mon 2/23

10:54 am-6:08 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$289

San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

7:00 am-5:11 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Madison Truax Field

Sun 1/11

3:09 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$289

Los AngelesMadison

LAX - MSN

LAXMSN

Los Angeles

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-4:44 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Madison Truax Field

Mon 1/12

7:00 am-2:46 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$289

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Best time to book a flight from California to Madison

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madison (average of $99). Flying from California to Madison in December is currently the most expensive (average of $256). 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 November 26, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Madison is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.

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

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

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

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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.

  • How long is the flight from California to Madison?

    A quick flight from California to Madison can take about 6h 25m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $289. California and Madison are separated by a distance of 1767 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 ($98), American Airlines ($145), and Delta ($145).

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

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

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madison (average of $99). Flying from California to Madison in December is currently the most expensive (average of $256). 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 California to Madison

Discover the top 5 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$193Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$264Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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