San Francisco Bay Area

$167+ Cheap flights from Madison (MSN) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 — SFO
Mar 29 — Apr 51
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Cheap flight deals from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area

Cheapest flights from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 27, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Sat 4/186:02 pm
MSN
-
SJC
1 stop6h 57m
American Airlines
Tue 4/216:00 am
SJC
-
MSN
1 stop9h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/27$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 4/152:44 pm
MSN
-
SFO
1 stop6h 53m
United Airlines
Wed 4/226:40 am
SFO
-
MSN
1 stop5h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/23$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Sat 4/189:00 am
MSN
-
SJC
1 stop6h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 4/218:45 am
SJC
-
MSN
2 stops10h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/24$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 3/316:04 pm
MSN
-
SJC
2 stops7h 54m
Delta
Tue 4/78:35 pm
SJC
-
MSN
2 stops10h 16m
Delta
Deal found 2/24$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 4/811:35 am
MSN
-
SFO
1 stop11h 53m
American Airlines
Mon 4/1310:28 pm
SFO
-
MSN
1 stop10h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/25$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 4/92:45 pm
MSN
-
SJC
1 stop7h 39m
Delta
Tue 4/1410:10 am
SJC
-
MSN
2 stops10h 41m
Delta
Deal found 2/26$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 4/282:44 pm
MSN
-
SFO
1 stop6h 53m
United Airlines
Tue 5/55:30 am
SFO
-
MSN
1 stop6h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/24$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 4/26:04 pm
MSN
-
SJC
2 stops7h 54m
Delta
Tue 4/78:35 pm
SJC
-
MSN
2 stops10h 16m
Delta
Deal found 2/24$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Fri 4/108:35 pm
MSN
-
SFO
1 stop7h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 4/2010:50 pm
SFO
-
MSN
1 stop8h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/24$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Wed 4/226:30 pm
MSN
-
SFO
1 stop7h 24m
Delta
Wed 5/610:32 am
SFO
-
MSN
2 stops10h 19m
Delta
Deal found 2/25$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Thu 4/3011:35 am
MSN
-
SFO
1 stop11h 53m
American Airlines
Sat 5/91:30 pm
SFO
-
MSN
1 stop8h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/24$304
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 7/211:45 pm
MSN
-
SJC
1 stop10h 03m
Delta
Tue 7/281:15 pm
SJC
-
MSN
1 stop6h 42m
Delta
Deal found 2/23$309

Find flight deals from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Madison to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated February 27, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$167
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$518
Provider with most accurate pricing for Madison Truax Field-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Madison Truax Field to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from Madison Truax Field to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area 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 February 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Fri 5/15

8:55 pm-1:50 am

1 stop6h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 5/18

11:56 pm-8:56 am

1 stop7h 00m

$309

MadisonSan Jose

MSN - SJC

MSNSJC

Madison Truax Field

Tue 7/21

1:45 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop10h 03m

San Jose

Tue 7/28

10:56 pm-8:46 am

1 stop7h 50m

$309

MadisonSan Jose

MSN - SJC

MSNSJC

Madison Truax Field

Fri 4/17

5:30 am-12:21 pm

1 stop8h 51m

San Jose

Mon 4/20

6:32 pm-9:01 am

2 stops12h 29m

$334

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Wed 3/18

6:04 pm-12:02 am

1 stop7h 58m

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

10:40 pm-8:51 am

1 stop8h 11m

$349

MadisonSan Jose

MSN - SJC

MSNSJC

Madison Truax Field

Sat 4/18

10:50 am-7:01 pm

2 stops10h 11m

San Jose

Mon 4/20

11:00 pm-10:32 am

1 stop9h 32m

$349

MadisonSan Jose

MSN - SJC

MSNSJC

Madison Truax Field

Fri 4/3

6:04 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops7h 54m

San Jose

Wed 4/8

10:50 pm-10:31 am

1 stop9h 41m

$349

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Wed 8/5

8:50 am-2:09 pm

1 stop7h 19m

San Francisco

Sun 8/9

10:38 pm-8:55 am

1 stop8h 17m

$358

MadisonSan Jose

MSN - SJC

MSNSJC

Madison Truax Field

Fri 4/17

4:15 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop6h 53m

San Jose

Sun 4/19

6:30 am-5:15 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$389

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Thu 4/30

8:40 pm-1:35 am

1 stop6h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 5/8

12:45 am-3:02 pm

2 stops12h 17m

$399

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Thu 3/12

7:25 pm-12:16 am

1 stop6h 51m

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

11:59 pm-2:58 pm

2 stops12h 59m

$414

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $166). Flying from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area in February is currently the most expensive (average of $256). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated February 27, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    Madison Truax Field (MSN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area. It is only a 5.4 mi journey to Truax Field (MSN) from Madison’s city center.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area in 6h 55m. Fly via American Airlines, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Madison and San Francisco Bay Area is about 1767 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $99. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $166). Flying from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area in February is currently the most expensive (average of $256). 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 Madison to San Francisco Bay Area

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$129Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$254Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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