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$209+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Madison (SMF - 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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — MSN
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Madison

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Madison
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Madison. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/221:24 pmSMF - MSN
1 stop6h 45mDelta
Thu 1/12:56 pmMSN - SMF
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Deal found 12/15$534
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1911:08 amSMF - MSN
1 stop9h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/306:14 amMSN - SMF
1 stop9h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$598
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/175:00 amSMF - MSN
1 stop6h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/43:46 pmMSN - SMF
1 stop9h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$654
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:30 amSMF - MSN
2 stops13h 51mDelta
Thu 1/19:45 amMSN - SMF
2 stops12h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/15$729
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/212:13 pmSMF - MSN
1 stop6h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/2510:45 amMSN - SMF
1 stop9h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$799

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Madison

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 December 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$209
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$418
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($53 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Madison that are best for you.

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SacramentoMadison

SMF - MSN

SMFMSN

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/14

7:00 am-5:47 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Madison Truax Field

Wed 1/21

8:15 am-1:28 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$309

SacramentoMadison

SMF - MSN

SMFMSN

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/20

1:07 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Madison Truax Field

Sun 2/22

2:48 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$323

SacramentoMadison

SMF - MSN

SMFMSN

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/7

12:58 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Madison Truax Field

Sat 1/10

10:45 am-6:41 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$399

SacramentoMadison

SMF - MSN

SMFMSN

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/14

7:59 pm-9:21 pm

3 stops23h 22m

Madison Truax Field

Wed 1/21

1:16 pm-10:58 pm

2 stops11h 42m

$598

SacramentoMadison

SMF - MSN

SMFMSN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/1

5:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Madison Truax Field

Sun 1/4

5:26 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$615

SacramentoMadison

SMF - MSN

SMFMSN

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/24

1:21 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$209

SacramentoMadison

SMF - MSN

SMFMSN

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/22

12:52 pm-3:39 pm

1 stop24h 47m

$346

SacramentoMadison

SMF - MSN

SMFMSN

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/23

12:52 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop23h 23m

$358

SacramentoMadison

SMF - MSN

SMFMSN

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/22

6:16 pm-5:28 pm

3 stops45h 12m

$415

SacramentoMadison

SMF - MSN

SMFMSN

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/23

4:23 pm-12:47 am

1 stop6h 24m

$431

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Deals found on 12/15

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Madison

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Madison in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Sacramento-Madison flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Madison flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Madison flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Madison flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Sacramento-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 Sacramento to Madison

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Madison (average of $140). Flying from Sacramento to Madison in December is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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 SMF to MSN?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Madison in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 December 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Sacramento to Madison. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Madison. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Madison?

    A quick flight from Sacramento to Madison can take about 8h 47m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $309. The distance from Sacramento to Madison is about 1700 mi.

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

    American Airlines, at $213, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sacramento to Madison.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. American Airlines is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $138 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $159 and United Airlines from $228 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Madison (average of $140). Flying from Sacramento to Madison in December is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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 3 airlines flying from Sacramento to Madison

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$313Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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