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$115+ Cheap flights from Madison (MSN) to San Francisco Bay Area

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MSN — SFO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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Round-trip from

$273
(Delta)

One-way from

$115
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$478
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/315:45 amMSN - SJC
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Sat 9/66:30 amSJC - MSN
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Deal found 4/30$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 8/303:38 pmMSN - SFO
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Wed 9/312:40 amSFO - MSN
1 stop6h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/30$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/2411:13 amMSN - SFO
1 stop10h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/2712:21 amSFO - MSN
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$293
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/612:55 pmMSN - SFO
1 stop8h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/116:30 amSFO - MSN
1 stop5h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$307
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/117:56 pmMSN - SFO
1 stop21h 21mFrontier
Sat 5/174:17 pmSFO - MSN
1 stop24h 49mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$310
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 6/125:33 pmMSN - SJC
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/1511:24 pmSJC - MSN
1 stop9h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/247:00 amMSN - OAK
2 stops11h 16mDelta
Tue 7/16:00 amOAK - MSN
2 stops10h 14mDelta
Deal found 4/29$387
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/145:05 pmMSN - OAK
3 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/215:45 amOAK - MSN
2 stops10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$517
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/158:27 amMSN - SJC
1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/196:45 pmSJC - MSN
1 stop24h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$532
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/316:00 amMSN - SJC
2 stops10h 21mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/69:50 amSJC - MSN
1 stop8h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$581
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/136:48 amMSN - STS
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/1712:17 pmSTS - MSN
1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$591
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/23:28 pmMSN - OAK
2 stops10h 18mAlaska Airlines
Fri 6/67:54 pmOAK - MSN
2 stops11h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$609

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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 May 1, 2025.
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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Madison

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San Francisco Bay Area

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Depart

Return

Price

MadisonSan Jose

MSN - SJC

MSNSJC

Madison Truax Field

Sun 8/31

5:45 am-11:36 am

1 stop7h 51m

San Jose

Sat 9/6

6:30 am-1:46 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$273

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Sat 8/30

6:30 am-11:07 am

1 stop6h 37m

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

12:35 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$289

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Sat 5/24

5:21 pm-12:22 am

1 stop9h 01m

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

11:30 pm-10:33 am

1 stop9h 03m

$293

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Fri 6/6

12:55 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop8h 43m

San Francisco

Wed 6/11

6:30 am-2:07 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$307

MadisonSan Francisco

MSN - SFO

MSNSFO

Madison Truax Field

Sun 5/11

7:56 pm-3:17 pm

1 stop21h 21m

San Francisco

Sat 5/17

4:17 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop24h 49m

$310

MadisonSan Jose

MSN - SJC

MSNSJC

Madison Truax Field

Thu 6/12

5:33 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop7h 01m

San Jose

Sun 6/15

11:24 pm-10:52 am

1 stop9h 28m

$354

MadisonOakland

MSN - OAK

MSNOAK

Madison Truax Field

Tue 6/24

7:00 am-4:16 pm

2 stops11h 16m

Oakland

Tue 7/1

6:00 am-6:14 pm

2 stops10h 14m

$387

MadisonOakland

MSN - OAK

MSNOAK

Madison Truax Field

Wed 5/14

5:05 pm-10:25 pm

3 stops31h 20m

Oakland

Wed 5/21

5:45 am-5:45 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$517

MadisonSan Jose

MSN - SJC

MSNSJC

Madison Truax Field

Thu 5/15

8:27 am-1:36 pm

1 stop7h 09m

San Jose

Mon 5/19

6:45 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop24h 21m

$532

MadisonSan Jose

MSN - SJC

MSNSJC

Madison Truax Field

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-2:21 pm

2 stops10h 21m

San Jose

Sat 9/6

9:50 am-8:29 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$581

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

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

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. 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
9,972 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
9,972 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
3,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

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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.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $115. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier 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?

    The most popular route from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area is Madison Truax Field - San Francisco. You may also consider Madison Truax Field - San Jose or Madison Truax Field - Oakland.

  • 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?

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  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Madison to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$278Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$283Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$297Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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