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$214+ Cheap flights from Madison to Sacramento (MSN - SMF)

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSN — SMF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madison Truax Field to Sacramento Intl are usually found in January or August, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Madison to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madison (MSN) to Sacramento (SMF). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$214
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$453
From Madison Truax Field to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Madison to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madison to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 7/106:40 amMSN - SMF
1 stop7h 06mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/1411:45 pmSMF - MSN
1 stop8h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 7/101:28 pmMSN - SMF
2 stops11h 52mDelta
Tue 7/1511:15 pmSMF - MSN
1 stop7h 32mDelta
Deal found 6/11$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/95:30 pmMSN - SMF
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/165:13 amSMF - MSN
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$339
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/243:03 pmMSN - SMF
2 stops10h 41mAlaska Airlines
Sun 10/267:58 pmSMF - MSN
2 stops12h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$556

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madison to Sacramento that are best for you.

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MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Thu 7/10

6:40 am-11:46 am

1 stop7h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/14

11:45 pm-10:13 am

1 stop8h 28m

$289

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Thu 7/10

1:28 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops11h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/15

11:15 pm-8:47 am

1 stop7h 32m

$294

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Wed 7/9

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/16

5:13 am-3:41 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$339

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Fri 10/24

3:03 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops10h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/26

7:58 pm-10:00 am

2 stops12h 02m

$556

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Thu 7/3

7:10 pm-11:23 am

1 stop18h 13m

$214

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Fri 7/4

6:40 am-11:46 am

1 stop7h 06m

$239

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Mon 8/4

7:45 am-12:04 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$289

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Wed 7/23

8:46 am-6:27 pm

2 stops35h 41m

$290

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Madison to Sacramento

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Madison to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Madison to Sacramento is 33 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Madison to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 MSN to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Madison to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Madison to Sacramento in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 35% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Madison to Sacramento to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Madison to Sacramento is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $289 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $294 and $339 round-trip. United Airlines is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $214 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $239 and American Airlines from $289 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Madison to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 Madison to Sacramento

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Madison to Sacramento. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$288Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$330Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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