How long does a flight from Chicago to Madison take?

The duration of a nonstop flight to Madison from Chicago is typically 0h 58m . The journey crosses a distance of 123 miles. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

How many flights are there between Chicago and Madison per day?

Each day, there are 12 nonstop flights that take off from Chicago and land in Madison, with an average flight time of 1h 07m. The most common departure time is 9:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 84 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day (12). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Madison?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Madison was $204 for a one-way ticket and $179 for a round-trip. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Madison?

Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Madison?

When flying out of Chicago you will be using one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl. You will be landing at Madison Truax Field. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What’s the earliest departure time from Chicago to Madison?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Chicago at 7:00 am and will be landing in Madison at 8:01 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Chicago to Madison?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Chicago to Madison jets off at 10:19 pm and lands at 11:26 pm.

Which airlines fly non-stop between Chicago and Madison?

There are 2 airlines that fly nonstop from Chicago to Madison. They are American Airlines and United Airlines . The cheapest airline for this route is United Airlines, with the best round-trip deal found costing $179. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at American Airlines.

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to Madison?

Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Madison flight route.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Madison?

The Embraer 170 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Madison flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Madison?

oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Madison, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Madison?

There are nonstop flights from Chicago to Madison on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Madison?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Madison. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Madison?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Madison from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Madison?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Madison with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Madison?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Madison from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Chicago and Madison?

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are First and Economy . Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Madison?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Chicago to Madison were found on American Airlines ($179) and United Airlines ($249).

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Madison

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Madison that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Madison

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Madison.

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10:21 am - 11:19 amORD-MSN

0h 58mnonstop

6:39 pm - 7:49 pmMSN-ORD

1h 10mnonstop

$179American Airlines

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Tue, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 7

10:21 am - 11:19 amORD-MSN

0h 58mnonstop

8:16 pm - 9:19 pmMSN-ORD

1h 03mnonstop

$180American Airlines

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Thu, May 29 - Thu, Jun 5

10:21 am - 11:19 amORD-MSN

0h 58mnonstop

8:16 pm - 9:19 pmMSN-ORD

1h 03mnonstop

$181American Airlines

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Thu, May 29 - Thu, Jun 5

10:19 pm - 11:26 pmORD-MSN

1h 07mnonstop

6:28 pm - 7:29 pmMSN-ORD

1h 01mnonstop

$184American Airlines

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Mon, May 19 - Mon, May 26

10:21 am - 11:19 amORD-MSN

0h 58mnonstop

3:28 pm - 4:29 pmMSN-ORD

1h 01mnonstop

$189American Airlines

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Thu, May 15 - Tue, May 20

2:10 pm - 3:17 pmORD-MSN

1h 07mnonstop

6:30 am - 7:33 amMSN-ORD

1h 03mnonstop

$249United Airlines

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Wed, May 14 - Sun, May 18

7:10 am - 9:43 pmORD-MSN

14h 33m1 stop

6:30 am - 7:41 amMSN-ORD

1h 11mnonstop

$349United Airlines

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Tue, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 7

12:45 pm - 1:54 pmORD-MSN

1h 09mnonstop

8:33 am - 12:25 amMSN-ORD

15h 52m1 stop

$363United Airlines

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Thu, May 29 - Thu, Jun 5

8:20 pm - 9:28 pmORD-MSN

1h 08mnonstop

3:09 pm - 9:41 amMSN-ORD

18h 32m1 stop

$368United Airlines

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Mon, May 19 - Mon, May 26

6:30 am - 8:01 amORD-MSN

25h 31m1 stop

8:46 am - 6:42 amMSN-ORD

21h 56m1 stop

$455

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Tue, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 7

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Madison

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.

KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.

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American Airlines

Consider Basic Economy for budget travel; check restrictions like Group 9 boarding and no seat assignment.

Use Main Cabin Extra for early boarding and complimentary drinks; ideal for longer flights.

Read more about American Airlinesby Harriet Baskas

United Airlines

Opt for Economy Plus for extra legroom; up to six inches more than standard economy.

Purchase Priority Boarding to ensure overhead bin space; automatically places you in Zone 2.

Read more about United Airlinesby Stefanie Waldek

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Madison flights

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Prices

Airlines

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Chicago to Madison cost $250 and was between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Madison (MSN). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $250.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Madison?

For Chicago to Madison, Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Wednesday is the most expensive. Flying from Madison back to Chicago, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Monday being the most expensive.

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Low season	December
High season	May
Cheapest flight	$179

Best time to beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in price.

Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.

Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Madison

When to book flights from Chicago to Madison

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Madison based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

Estimated round-trip price

KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Madison?
In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Madison was $204 for a one-way ticket and $179 for a round-trip.
Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Madison?
Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.
Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Madison?
When flying out of Chicago you will be using one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl. You will be landing at Madison Truax Field.
Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to Madison?
Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Madison flight route.
Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Madison?
The Embraer 170 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Madison flight route.
Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Madison?
oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Madison, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.
On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Madison?
There are nonstop flights from Chicago to Madison on a daily basis.
How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Madison?
KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Madison.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Madison?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Madison from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Madison?
Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Madison with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Madison?
Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Madison from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $203 or less one-way and $312 or less round-trip.

Direct departures

Chicago to Madison Truax Field

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