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Cheapest round-trip
$343
Typical prices: $343-$563
American Airlines
Sat 11/10Wed 11/14
MSN - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$170
Typical prices: $206-$339
Frontier
Mon 10/1
MSN - SAN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Madison and San Diego. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 26% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $320 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 6h 00m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Madison to San Diego (MSN-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Madison to San Diego

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:39 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SAN San Diego
8h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:07 pmSAN  San Diego-MSN Madison Truax Field
8h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$343American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
11:37 am - 5:53 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SAN San Diego
8h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:18 am - 2:55 pmSAN  San Diego-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$343American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 9:05 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-SAN San Diego
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 3:04 pmSAN  San Diego-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$343United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 2:55 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SAN San Diego
7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:50 am - 3:11 pmSAN  San Diego-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$343United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 13
Delta Logo
7:46 pm - 11:48 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SAN San Diego
6h 02m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
3:30 pm - 10:57 pmSAN  San Diego-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 27m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$351Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
Delta Logo
7:49 pm - 11:53 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SAN San Diego
6h 04m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 5:35 pmSAN  San Diego-MSN Madison Truax Field
9h 20m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$351Delta
Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 7:47 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SAN San Diego
27h 47m2 stops Orlando Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:25 am - 6:58 pmSAN  San Diego-MSN Madison Truax Field
10h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
$418Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:40 pm - 10:11 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-SAN San Diego
21h 31m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 9:50 amSAN  San Diego-MSN Madison Truax Field
25h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
$474Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:46 am - 5:52 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SAN San Diego
13h 06m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:48 pm - 8:10 amSAN  San Diego-MSN Madison Truax Field
15h 22m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$607Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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11:31 am - 8:27 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SAN San Diego
10h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Portland
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6:22 pm - 10:46 amSAN  San Diego-MSN Madison Truax Field
14h 24m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$607Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Madison to San Diego flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Madison to San Diego start at $343. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $343 to $563. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $343 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madison to San Diego, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 41% 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 San Diego?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Madison to San Diego at $313 round-trip.
  • March ($589) and December ($500) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 88% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Madison to San Diego the cheapest?

Flights from Madison to San Diego are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% 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 San Diego flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$170
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 18% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 39% increase in price.
Flight from Madison to San Diego

When to book flights from Madison to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Madison to San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Flights from Madison to San Diego usually depart from Madison Truax Field (MSN) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Madison to San Diego:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 13% 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 San Diego?

    On the Madison to San Diego route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 35%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $393 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $598: a $205 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Madison to San Diego flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 29% above the route average of $424. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Madison to San Diego?

    A nonstop flight from Madison to San Diego takes 0h 00m, covering 1,668 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Madison to San Diego?

    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 San Diego 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 $343 to $1,953. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Madison to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $243, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 00m, compared with 6h 32m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 6h 51m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Madison and San Diego?

    San Diego 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 San Diego Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Payless
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Fox

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

    Round-trip flights from Madison to San Diego range from $343 to $563, with an average of $424 over the past 12 months. Anything below $343 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Madison to San Diego 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $393 - about $205 less than Sunday (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Madison to San Diego trip for October. Fares historically average $313 round-trip in that month - typically $276 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Diego Airport.
    - Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
    - Bay Club Hotel & Marina
    - Sheraton San Diego Resort

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