Which airports can I use when flying from Columbia to Madison?

Flights from Columbia to Madison usually depart from Columbia Regional (COU) and arrive at Madison Truax Field (MSN).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbia to Madison?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbia to Madison.

Which airports do connecting flights from Columbia to Madison pass through?

Connecting flights from Columbia to Madison most commonly pass through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 67% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 33% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbia to Madison?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Columbia to Madison route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $378 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $506, a difference of $128. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Columbia to Madison?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Columbia to Madison. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 07m and 5h 28m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia to Madison?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Columbia to Madison changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $288 to $945. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbia to Madison?

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 07m, compared with 5h 28m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

What car rental options are available at Madison Truax Field Airport (MSN)?

Madison Truax Field Airport (MSN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include: • Hertz • Alamo • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis • Budget

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Columbia to Madison?

American Airlines ($288) and United Airlines ($342) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Columbia to Madison according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Columbia to Madison?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the Columbia to Madison route. 67% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Columbia to Madison?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $353. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Columbia to Madison which airport offers the shortest layover?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Columbia to Madison layovers at 191 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31

6:25 pm - 12:12 amCOU Columbia Regional-MSN Madison Truax Field

5h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:28 pm - 8:55 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-COU Columbia Regional

5h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$288American Airlines

Fri, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 14

6:24 pm - 12:12 amCOU Columbia Regional-MSN Madison Truax Field

5h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 am - 9:58 amMSN Madison Truax Field-COU Columbia Regional

4h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$318American Airlines

Fri, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 21

11:30 am - 3:05 pmCOU Columbia Regional-MSN Madison Truax Field

3h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 am - 10:28 amMSN Madison Truax Field-COU Columbia Regional

3h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$342United Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Thu, Oct 8

6:15 am - 11:54 amCOU Columbia Regional-MSN Madison Truax Field

5h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:49 am - 10:39 amMSN Madison Truax Field-COU Columbia Regional

3h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$358United Airlines

Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9

8:00 am - 11:47 amCOU Columbia Regional-MSN Madison Truax Field

3h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 am - 10:55 amMSN Madison Truax Field-COU Columbia Regional

5h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$378United Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 9

11:19 am - 3:04 pmCOU Columbia Regional-MSN Madison Truax Field

3h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:10 pm - 10:55 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-COU Columbia Regional

6h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$434United Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7

5:44 am - 1:33 pmCOU Columbia Regional-MSN Madison Truax Field

7h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas

5:00 am - 10:01 amMSN Madison Truax Field-COU Columbia Regional

5h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$475American Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Thu, Oct 8

10:38 am - 8:50 pmCOU Columbia Regional-MSN Madison Truax Field

10h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas

5:00 am - 10:01 amMSN Madison Truax Field-COU Columbia Regional

5h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$490American Airlines

Fri, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 14

6:24 pm - 12:12 amCOU Columbia Regional-MSN Madison Truax Field

5h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:16 am - 9:58 amMSN Madison Truax Field-COU Columbia Regional

3h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$493American Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11

3:43 pm - 9:00 pmCOU Columbia Regional-MSN Madison Truax Field

5h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:49 am - 10:39 amMSN Madison Truax Field-COU Columbia Regional

3h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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How much is a round-trip flight from Columbia to Madison?

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Madison start at $288. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $378 to $598. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $288 on American Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Columbia to Madison?
Flights from Columbia to Madison usually depart from Columbia Regional (COU) and arrive at Madison Truax Field (MSN).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbia to Madison?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbia to Madison.
Which airports do connecting flights from Columbia to Madison pass through?
Connecting flights from Columbia to Madison most commonly pass through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 67% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 33% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbia to Madison?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Columbia to Madison route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $378 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $506, a difference of $128. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How long is a flight from Columbia to Madison?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Columbia to Madison. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 07m and 5h 28m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia to Madison?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
Have flight prices from Columbia to Madison changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $288 to $945. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbia to Madison?
Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 07m, compared with 5h 28m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
What car rental options are available at Madison Truax Field Airport (MSN)?
Madison Truax Field Airport (MSN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
• Budget

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $378 - about $128 less than Sunday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Madison Truax Field Airport.
- Doubletree by Hilton East Madison East
- Best Western East Towne Suites
- Holiday Inn Madison At The American Center By IHG

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