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$167+ 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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSN — SMF
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
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 May, booked 71 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$265
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$167
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$478
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 July 29, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/27:59 pmMSN - SMF
1 stop17h 14mFrontier
Thu 10/1612:11 pmSMF - MSN
1 stop28h 45mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$265
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Mon 8/186:05 amMSN - SMF
1 stop8h 48mDelta
Sun 8/242:03 pmSMF - MSN
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Deal found 7/28$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/196:30 amMSN - SMF
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/272:20 pmSMF - MSN
1 stop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2411:17 amMSN - SMF
1 stop9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/212:57 pmSMF - MSN
1 stop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$369
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/242:14 pmMSN - SMF
2 stops11h 32mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/25:50 amSMF - MSN
2 stops12h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$479

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MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Thu 10/2

7:59 pm-11:13 am

1 stop17h 14m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/16

12:11 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop28h 45m

$265

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Mon 8/18

6:05 am-12:53 pm

1 stop8h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/24

2:03 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$289

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Tue 8/19

6:30 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/27

2:20 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$333

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Fri 10/24

11:17 am-6:48 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/2

12:57 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$369

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Fri 10/24

2:14 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops11h 32m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/2

5:50 am-8:10 pm

2 stops12h 20m

$479

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Thu 8/21

7:59 pm-11:10 am

1 stop17h 11m

$167

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Tue 8/26

6:30 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 18m

$194

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Thu 8/21

6:46 am-3:38 pm

2 stops10h 52m

$294

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Sat 10/4

6:08 pm-8:38 am

3 stops40h 30m

$318

MadisonSacramento

MSN - SMF

MSNSMF

Madison Truax Field

Sun 8/10

5:30 am-2:01 pm

2 stops10h 31m

$739

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Deals found on 7/26

Best time to book a flight from Madison to Sacramento

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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 July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Madison to Sacramento is 68 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 $398). 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 July 29, 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.

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 July 29, 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. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,977 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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 Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $265 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $289 and $333 round-trip. Frontier is 41% 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 $167 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $194 and American Airlines from $294 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 $398). 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$288Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$313Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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