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$134+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 3/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MSN
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Madison

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Madison
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Madison. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Thu 2/268:05 am
ORD
-
MSN
Nonstop1h 06m
American Airlines
Sun 3/18:24 pm
MSN
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$178
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/28:05 am
ORD
-
MSN
Nonstop1h 06m
American Airlines
Mon 3/98:24 pm
MSN
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/207:50 pm
ORD
-
MSN
Nonstop1h 06m
American Airlines
Mon 2/238:24 pm
MSN
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$194
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 2/188:05 am
ORD
-
MSN
Nonstop1h 06m
American Airlines
Sun 2/228:24 pm
MSN
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Fri 2/138:04 pm
ORD
-
MSN
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Sun 2/158:15 am
MSN
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Wed 2/1111:41 am
ORD
-
MSN
Nonstop1h 05m
American Airlines
Sat 2/143:03 pm
MSN
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Fri 2/206:00 pm
ORD
-
MSN
Nonstop0h 58m
United Airlines
Tue 2/248:15 am
MSN
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/179:06 am
ORD
-
MSN
Nonstop1h 08m
United Airlines
Sat 2/212:48 pm
MSN
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 2/28:57 am
ORD
-
MSN
Nonstop1h 13m
United Airlines
Wed 2/183:53 pm
MSN
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/218:15 am
ORD
-
MSN
Nonstop1h 07m
American Airlines
Tue 3/243:27 pm
MSN
-
ORD
1 stop6h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/39:45 am
ORD
-
MSN
Nonstop1h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 2/95:22 pm
MSN
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$280
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/239:51 pm
MDW
-
MSN
1 stop19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/297:45 pm
MSN
-
MDW
2 stops26h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31$557

Find flight deals from Chicago to Madison

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$178
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$134
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$476

Good round-trip deal

$438 or less

Good one-way deal

$203 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 33% potential increase in price ($197 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 11% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Madison that are best for you.

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ChicagoMadison

ORD - MSN

ORDMSN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/26

8:05 am-9:11 am

Nonstop1h 06m

Madison Truax Field

Sun 3/1

8:24 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$178

ChicagoMadison

ORD - MSN

ORDMSN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/13

9:35 pm-10:32 pm

Nonstop0h 57m

Madison Truax Field

Sun 3/15

6:30 am-7:42 am

Nonstop1h 12m

$179

ChicagoMadison

ORD - MSN

ORDMSN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

8:05 am-9:11 am

Nonstop1h 06m

Madison Truax Field

Tue 3/10

9:44 am-10:55 am

Nonstop1h 11m

$179

ChicagoMadison

ORD - MSN

ORDMSN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/23

9:35 pm-10:32 pm

Nonstop0h 57m

Madison Truax Field

Sun 3/29

8:30 am-9:37 am

Nonstop1h 07m

$179

ChicagoMadison

ORD - MSN

ORDMSN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/21

8:15 am-9:22 am

Nonstop1h 07m

Madison Truax Field

Tue 3/24

8:24 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$179

ChicagoMadison

ORD - MSN

ORDMSN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

8:05 am-9:11 am

Nonstop1h 06m

Madison Truax Field

Mon 3/9

8:24 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$179

ChicagoMadison

ORD - MSN

ORDMSN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/20

7:50 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

Madison Truax Field

Mon 2/23

8:24 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$194

ChicagoMadison

ORD - MSN

ORDMSN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

8:05 am-9:11 am

Nonstop1h 06m

Madison Truax Field

Sun 2/22

8:24 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$209

ChicagoMadison

ORD - MSN

ORDMSN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/13

8:04 pm-9:07 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

Madison Truax Field

Sun 2/15

8:15 am-9:27 am

Nonstop1h 12m

$224

ChicagoMadison

ORD - MSN

ORDMSN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/11

11:41 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Madison Truax Field

Sat 2/14

3:03 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$239

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Madison in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Chicago-Madison flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Madison flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Madison flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-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 Chicago-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 Chicago to Madison

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Madison from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Madison (average of $178). Flying from Chicago to Madison in March is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 CHI to MSN?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 February 3, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Madison in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Madison. Price data was last updated on January 31, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Madison

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Madison. 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 February 3, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to MSN are scheduled on a Monday (39 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Madison?

How often are flights from Chicago to Madison delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Chicago and Madison have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 115 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Madison flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Madison flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

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 February 3, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Chicago to Madison have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,229 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,229 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,229 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Most people fly into Madison Truax Field (MSN) if they book a flight to Madison from Chicago. On average, Truax Field has 31 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 1 airline. Madison Truax Field is conveniently located just 5.4 mi from Madison’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Madison?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to Madison in 57m. Fly via American Airlines or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Chicago and Madison is about 108 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Madison round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Madison round-trip from $199. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Madison for 49% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Madison consider choosing United Airlines (67%), Envoy Air (66%) or Air New Zealand (64%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Madison?

    On average you can expect to pay $385 for a flight from Chicago to Madison. The cheapest flight overall is $134 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Madison Truax Field) is currently priced at $179.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Madison (average of $178). Flying from Chicago to Madison in March is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 airline flying from Chicago to Madison

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Chicago 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$199Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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