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$170+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MSN
Oct 29 — Nov 51
Wed 10/29
Wed 11/5
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$289
(Delta)

One-way from

$170
(Booking.com)

Popular in

June

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February

Average price

$418
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 11/412:35 amSFO - MSN
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Mon 11/105:30 pmMSN - SFO
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Deal found 9/29$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 10/216:00 amSJC - MSN
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/286:45 amMSN - SJC
1 stop7h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/29$290
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 10/216:35 amSJC - MSN
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Tue 10/285:30 amMSN - SJC
2 stops12h 34mDelta
Deal found 9/29$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 11/512:20 pmSFO - MSN
2 stops8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/96:00 amMSN - SFO
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/27$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 11/112:25 pmSFO - MSN
2 stops9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/46:00 amMSN - SFO
2 stops9h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/29$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Sun 10/2610:25 pmSJC - MSN
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Sun 11/22:42 pmMSN - SJC
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Deal found 9/28$314
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Wed 10/299:55 pmSFO - MSN
1 stop13h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/16:08 pmMSN - SFO
2 stops21h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/27$330
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 11/1412:30 amSFO - MSN
1 stop7h 46mDelta
Mon 11/245:30 pmMSN - SFO
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Deal found 9/27$334
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 10/1012:50 amSFO - MSN
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/1512:47 pmMSN - SFO
1 stop11h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/27$339
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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.
Thu 11/65:45 amSFO - MSN
2 stops11h 30mFrontier
Mon 11/108:00 pmMSN - SFO
1 stop6h 14mFrontier
Deal found 9/29$340
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 12/1211:15 pmSFO - MSN
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/176:09 amMSN - SFO
1 stop9h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/27$344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 10/1710:25 pmSJC - MSN
2 stops13h 31mDelta
Sun 10/196:00 amMSN - SJC
1 stop8h 24mDelta
Deal found 9/27$374

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 September 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison that are best for you.

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San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

12:30 am-10:11 am

1 stop7h 41m

Madison Truax Field

Thu 11/20

6:59 am-2:15 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$289

San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

3:23 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Madison Truax Field

Sat 11/1

7:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$289

San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

Wed 11/5

5:55 am-4:36 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Madison Truax Field

Mon 11/10

5:30 pm-12:12 am

1 stop8h 42m

$289

San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

5:55 am-4:36 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Madison Truax Field

Sat 11/1

7:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$289

San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

Fri 10/31

12:35 am-10:18 am

1 stop7h 43m

Madison Truax Field

Tue 11/4

6:00 am-10:53 am

1 stop6h 53m

$289

San FranciscoMadison

SFO - MSN

SFOMSN

San Francisco

Sun 11/16

5:50 am-5:22 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Madison Truax Field

Mon 11/24

5:30 pm-12:12 am

1 stop8h 42m

$289

San JoseMadison

SJC - MSN

SJCMSN

San Jose

Tue 10/21

6:00 am-4:44 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Madison Truax Field

Tue 10/28

6:45 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$290

San JoseMadison

SJC - MSN

SJCMSN

San Jose

Tue 10/21

6:35 am-4:20 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Madison Truax Field

Tue 10/28

5:30 am-4:04 pm

2 stops12h 34m

$294

San JoseMadison

SJC - MSN

SJCMSN

San Jose

Fri 11/14

8:55 pm-10:16 am

2 stops11h 21m

Madison Truax Field

Sun 11/16

6:00 am-12:08 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$294

San JoseMadison

SJC - MSN

SJCMSN

San Jose

Sun 10/26

10:25 pm-11:25 am

2 stops11h 00m

Madison Truax Field

Sun 11/2

5:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop8h 24m

$294

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison (average of $338). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to MSN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 September 29, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison as you normally would.

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 September 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison by reading reviews from past customers. 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
7,964 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,964 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,964 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
3,158 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madison from San Francisco Bay Area?

    For a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison, you will be flying into Truax Field. Madison Truax Field (MSN) is just 5.4 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison in 7h 41m. Fly via Delta, American Airlines, or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Madison one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $179. American Airlines flights start at $184 while deals on Frontier start at $210 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison?

    While some choose either San Jose - Madison Truax Field or Oakland - Madison Truax Field, San Francisco - Madison Truax Field is the most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco Bay Area to Madison flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area to Madison?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Madison (average of $338). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area to Madison

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 September 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$158Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$264Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$303Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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