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$91+ 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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MSN
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Madison

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 December 18, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3012:59 amLAS - MSN
1 stop11h 16mFrontier
Sun 1/47:17 pmMSN - LAS
1 stop6h 25mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$184
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:25 amSAN - MSN
1 stop5h 50mFrontier
Sun 1/47:17 pmMSN - SAN
1 stop25h 58mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$238
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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
Wed 12/243:00 pmMSN - ONT
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$267
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/16$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/232:28 pmLAS - MSN
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:18 pmMSN - LAS
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$348
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1812:59 amLAS - MSN
1 stop11h 02mFrontier
Sun 12/217:17 pmMSN - LAS
1 stop6h 25mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/2611:59 pmLAS - MSN
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/33:15 pmMSN - LAS
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2011:55 pmLAX - MSN
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/103:09 pmMSN - LAX
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$377
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/266:45 amONT - MSN
1 stop5h 16mFrontier
Tue 12/304:34 pmMSN - ONT
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$387
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/226:34 amLAX - MSN
1 stop5h 27mFrontier
Mon 1/52:56 pmMSN - LAX
1 stop11h 34mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$413
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/266:25 amSAN - MSN
1 stop5h 36mFrontier
Fri 1/22:53 pmMSN - SAN
1 stop6h 22mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$413
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/236:00 amLAS - MSN
1 stop7h 39mFrontier
Mon 12/292:56 pmMSN - LAS
1 stop10h 46mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$413

Find flight deals from California to Madison

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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$184
(Expedia)

One-way from

$91
(Expedia)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$543
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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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Madison that are best for you.

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San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

Wed 12/31

6:25 am-2:15 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Madison Truax Field

Sun 1/4

7:17 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 58m

$238

Los AngelesMadison

LAX - MSN

LAXMSN

Los Angeles

Sat 2/14

7:00 am-2:57 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Madison Truax Field

Sat 2/21

3:53 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$272

Los AngelesMadison

LAX - MSN

LAXMSN

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

6:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Madison Truax Field

Wed 1/28

11:00 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$277

San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

Thu 1/15

6:15 am-2:26 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Madison Truax Field

Tue 1/20

3:09 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$277

Los AngelesMadison

LAX - MSN

LAXMSN

Los Angeles

Wed 5/6

11:45 am-9:57 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Madison Truax Field

Wed 5/13

6:15 am-10:57 am

1 stop6h 42m

$277

Los AngelesMadison

LAX - MSN

LAXMSN

Los Angeles

Tue 4/14

11:45 am-9:57 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Madison Truax Field

Sat 5/30

6:15 am-1:03 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$277

Los AngelesMadison

LAX - MSN

LAXMSN

Los Angeles

Wed 4/15

11:45 am-9:57 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Madison Truax Field

Tue 6/2

1:45 pm-7:02 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$277

Las VegasMadison

LAS - MSN

LASMSN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/10

6:15 am-2:04 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Madison Truax Field

Sat 3/14

7:00 am-2:09 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$284

Los AngelesMadison

LAX - MSN

LAXMSN

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

6:38 am-4:52 pm

2 stops8h 14m

Madison Truax Field

Wed 1/28

11:29 am-6:34 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$287

Los AngelesMadison

LAX - MSN

LAXMSN

Los Angeles

Fri 2/13

12:43 pm-9:07 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Madison Truax Field

Tue 2/17

3:53 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$288

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Best time to book a flight from California to Madison

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

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 January is currently the most expensive (average of $267). 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 December 18, 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 Tuesday evenings 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.

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 5h 50m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $238. California and Madison are separated by a distance of 1668 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 ($75), Breeze Airways ($89), and American Airlines ($114).

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

    While some choose either Los Angeles - Madison Truax Field or Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - 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 January is currently the most expensive (average of $267). 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$193Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$264Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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