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Cheapest round-trip
$371
Typical prices: $354-$567
American Airlines
Mon 11/26Sun 12/2
MSN - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$222
Typical prices: $283-$440
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/9
MSN - SMF • 3 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 48% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 18% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $288 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 28m (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

Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:48 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:52 pm - 12:08 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
8h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$371American Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Nov 25
Delta Logo
2:30 pm - 8:16 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 46m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
1:36 pm - 9:17 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 41m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$371Delta
Fri, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 17
United Airlines Logo
4:11 pm - 10:43 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:28 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
$371United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 12:20 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 50m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
1:36 pm - 9:17 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 41m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$371Delta
Fri, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 17
United Airlines Logo
4:11 pm - 9:15 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 8:35 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
8h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$376United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 12:08 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
8:35 pm - 10:38 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
12h 03m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$376Delta
Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 22
American Airlines Logo
7:03 pm - 11:53 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 3:01 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$379American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:00 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:42 am - 5:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
9h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$379American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 7:36 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
12h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:43 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
14h 43m2 stops San Diego Chicago O'Hare Intl
$644Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 6:00 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SMF Sacramento Intl
15h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:28 am - 11:43 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSN Madison Truax Field
12h 15m2 stops San Diego Chicago O'Hare Intl
$644Alaska Airlines
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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 with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Madison to Sacramento typically range from $354 to $567. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $371, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madison to Sacramento. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 71% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Madison to Sacramento?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Madison to Sacramento at $368 round-trip.
•September ($571) and February ($566) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Madison to Sacramento the cheapest?

Flights from Madison to Sacramento are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 48% 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

December

Cheapest flight

$222
Beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 28% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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

  • How long is a flight from Madison to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Madison to Sacramento takes 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Madison to Sacramento range from $354 to $567, with an average of $450 over the past 12 months. Anything below $354 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the $450 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $371 to $2,864. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 23% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Payless

  • 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).

  • 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) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Madison to Sacramento. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $378 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $770, a difference of $392.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 28m, compared with 6h 38m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 11m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • 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 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $378, about $392 less than Monday fares (51% 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 48% 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 $203 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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