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$179+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Madison (SAN - MSN)

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SAN — MSN
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Madison Truax Field are usually found in January or August, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$224
(Priceline)

One-way from

$179
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$391
From San Diego to Madison Truax Field
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Madison
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Madison. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/256:35 amSAN - MSN
1 stop10h 39mFrontier
lun. 9/297:59 pmMSN - SAN
1 stop5h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$224
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
vie. 10/241:06 pmSAN - MSN
2 stops18h 02mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/277:59 pmMSN - SAN
1 stop29h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/246:41 amSAN - MSN
1 stop10h 33mFrontier
lun. 10/277:59 pmMSN - SAN
1 stop29h 51mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/29:03 pmSAN - MSN
1 stop20h 11mFrontier
lun. 10/67:59 pmMSN - SAN
1 stop29h 51mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/187:25 amSAN - MSN
1 stop7h 05mDelta
mié. 10/225:15 pmMSN - SAN
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Deal found 9/10$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/112:11 pmSAN - MSN
1 stop6h 17mUnited Airlines
sáb. 10/1812:26 pmMSN - SAN
2 stops9h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/711:44 amSAN - MSN
1 stop6h 37mDelta
mar. 10/145:52 pmMSN - SAN
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/11$283
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/210:38 pmSAN - MSN
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
dom. 10/55:00 amMSN - SAN
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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. 9/3011:08 amSAN - MSN
2 stops9h 20mUnited Airlines
dom. 10/56:30 amMSN - SAN
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/1011:11 amSAN - MSN
2 stops7h 36mUnited Airlines
dom. 12/143:59 pmMSN - SAN
1 stop8h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$308
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/166:41 amSAN - MSN
1 stop9h 32mFrontier
lun. 10/207:59 pmMSN - SAN
1 stop5h 51mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$312

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Madison that are best for you.

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San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

sáb. 10/18

7:25 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Madison Truax Field

mié. 10/22

5:52 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$277

San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

sáb. 10/18

7:15 am-4:44 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Madison Truax Field

mié. 10/22

6:00 am-12:24 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$277

San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

sáb. 10/11

2:11 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Madison Truax Field

sáb. 10/18

12:26 pm-7:46 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$282

San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

mar. 10/7

11:44 am-8:21 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Madison Truax Field

mar. 10/14

5:52 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$283

San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

jue. 10/2

1:03 pm-12:19 am

1 stop9h 16m

Madison Truax Field

dom. 10/5

5:00 am-9:18 am

1 stop6h 18m

$289

San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

mar. 9/30

6:48 am-3:06 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Madison Truax Field

dom. 10/5

6:30 am-11:40 am

1 stop7h 10m

$289

San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

mar. 10/7

11:00 am-10:45 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Madison Truax Field

lun. 10/13

5:58 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$289

San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

vie. 10/24

2:11 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Madison Truax Field

lun. 10/27

12:19 pm-7:52 pm

2 stops9h 33m

$294

San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

sáb. 10/11

7:25 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Madison Truax Field

lun. 10/13

5:58 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$317

San DiegoMadison

SAN - MSN

SANMSN

San Diego

jue. 9/25

8:25 am-9:08 am

2 stops46h 43m

Madison Truax Field

lun. 9/29

7:59 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$328

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Madison

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Madison?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Madison. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Madison may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 33 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Madison (average of $338). Flying from San Diego to Madison in March is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 SAN to MSN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Madison in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 37% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Madison?

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

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

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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Diego to Madison to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,177 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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

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  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Madison?

    Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from San Diego to Madison in just under 6h 17m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 12m. There are 1668 mi between San Diego and Madison. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($215), Delta ($276), and American Airlines ($278) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Madison. Users have found that Frontier is 49% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Madison?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Madison (average of $338). Flying from San Diego to Madison in March is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 4 airlines flying from San Diego to Madison

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$215Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$278Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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