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Cheapest round-trip
$323
Typical prices: $350-$566
American Airlines
Sat 10/20Wed 10/24
MSN - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$212
Typical prices: $250-$414
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/11
MSN - SMF • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Madison and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
8 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 16% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $288 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 6h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Madison to Sacramento (MSN-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Madison to Sacramento

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
5:53 pm - 11:09 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:57 pm - 8:11 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
7h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$323American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
7:05 pm - 11:59 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:57 pm - 8:11 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
7h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$323American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
Delta Logo
1:37 pm - 9:31 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:13 am - 2:11 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 58m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$323Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
United Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 9:47 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:41 am - 10:35 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
8h 54m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$328United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:40 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 40m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
5:37 pm - 8:47 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
13h 10m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$328Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 7:37 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
14h 37m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles
Delta Logo
6:13 am - 2:11 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 58m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$328Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
United Airlines Logo
3:49 pm - 10:40 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 11:07 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$341United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Oct 30
American Airlines Logo
6:46 am - 1:02 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 9:04 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 59m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$341American Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
Frontier Logo
8:00 pm - 10:40 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
16h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
11:35 am - 7:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$405Frontier
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
Frontier Logo
8:00 pm - 10:40 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
16h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
11:35 am - 7:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$410Frontier
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Price, demand and travel trends for Madison to Sacramento flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Madison to Sacramento with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Madison to Sacramento start at $323. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $350 to $566. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $323 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madison to Sacramento?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madison to Sacramento, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 55% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Madison to Sacramento?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Madison to Sacramento at $368 round-trip.
  • February ($566) and June ($507) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Madison to Sacramento the cheapest?

Flights from Madison to Sacramento are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Madison to Sacramento flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$212
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 12% increase in price.
Flight from Madison to Sacramento

When to book flights from Madison to Sacramento

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Madison to Sacramento?

    Flights from Madison to Sacramento usually depart from Madison Truax Field (MSN) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Madison to Sacramento:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Madison to Sacramento pass through?

    One-stop flights from Madison to Sacramento most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 45% on the Madison to Sacramento route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $377 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $684, a difference of $307. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sacramento?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sacramento are Golden 1 Center, UC Davis Medical Center and Sacramento Capitol Park. These are among the most viewed places in Sacramento on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Madison to Sacramento flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 27% above the route average of $440. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Madison to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Madison to Sacramento takes 0h 00m, covering 1,700 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Madison to Sacramento?

    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 Madison to Sacramento 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 $323 to $2,792. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Madison to Sacramento looking right now?

    One-way fares from Madison to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $289, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 30m, compared with 6h 31m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 11m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Madison and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 2 hours behind Madison (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF)?

    Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Payless

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Madison to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Madison to Sacramento range from $350 to $566, with an average of $440 over the past 12 months. Anything below $350 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Madison to Sacramento flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $377 - about $307 less than Monday (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Madison to Sacramento trip for August. Fares historically average $368 round-trip in that month - typically $198 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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