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$109 Find Cheap Flights from Madison to Washington, D.C.

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Cheap Flights from Madison to Washington, D.C. (MSN-WAS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Madison to Washington, D.C. 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 Madison to Washington, D.C.

Wed, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 11
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12:47 pm - 7:25 pmMSN-BWI
5h 38m1 stop
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6:13 pm - 11:51 pmBWI-MSN
6h 38m1 stop
$191American Airlines
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Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 10
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6:05 am - 1:27 pmMSN-BWI
6h 22m1 stop
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6:15 am - 10:07 amBWI-MSN
4h 52m1 stop
$217Delta
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Thu, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 9
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10:51 am - 5:29 pmMSN-BWI
5h 38m1 stop
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6:15 am - 9:48 amBWI-MSN
4h 33m1 stop
$220United Airlines
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Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 27
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5:30 am - 11:52 amMSN-BWI
5h 22m1 stop
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6:54 pm - 11:03 pmBWI-MSN
5h 09m1 stop
$226American Airlines
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Fri, Aug 29 - Sun, Aug 31
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5:12 pm - 12:23 amMSN-BWI
6h 11m1 stop
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6:15 am - 10:19 amBWI-MSN
5h 04m1 stop
$233Delta
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Tue, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 8
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5:17 pm - 12:12 amMSN-BWI
5h 55m1 stop
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6:00 am - 10:15 amBWI-MSN
5h 15m1 stop
$238Delta
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Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 10
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5:44 pm - 8:48 pmMSN-DCA
2h 04mnonstop
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3:47 pm - 5:04 pmDCA-MSN
2h 17mnonstop
$239Delta
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Sat, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 2
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 2:16 pmMSN-DCA
6h 46m1 stop
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12:00 pm - 3:02 pmDCA-MSN
4h 02m1 stop
$254United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
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7:56 pm - 9:59 pmMSN-DCA
25h 03m1 stop
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7:00 am - 6:56 pmDCA-MSN
12h 56m1 stop
$281Frontier
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Thu, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 5
Frontier Logo
7:59 pm - 5:42 pmMSN-BWI
20h 43m1 stop
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6:27 pm - 7:12 pmBWI-MSN
25h 45m1 stop
$313Frontier
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Expert advice for your flight from Madison to Washington, D.C.

 
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.
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American Airlines

Basic Economy offers carry-on only travel with late boarding and no seat assignment until check-in.


Main Cabin Extra provides early boarding and complimentary drinks, ideal for longer flights.

Delta

Comfort Plus offers extra legroom and is located in the front section of the economy cabin.


SkyMiles members enjoy free Wi-Fi on domestic flights, enhancing connectivity during travel.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Madison to Washington, D.C. flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Madison to Washington, D.C. to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Madison to Washington, D.C.? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What is the cheapest Madison to Washington, D.C. flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Madison to Washington, D.C..

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Madison to Washington, D.C. cost $239 and was between Madison (MSN) and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $239.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madison to Washington, D.C.?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Madison to Washington, D.C. clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Washington, D.C. on a Thursday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Madison to Washington, D.C.. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Fridays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Madison to Washington, D.C.?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Madison to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Madison to Washington, D.C. is October, where tickets cost $359 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $497 and $468 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Madison to Washington, D.C.?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $534, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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Low seasonJanuary
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$109
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Madison to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Madison to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Madison to Washington, D.C.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Madison to Washington, D.C.?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Madison to Washington, D.C. was $109 for a one-way ticket and $191 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Madison and Washington, D.C.?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Madison to Washington, D.C.. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Madison to Washington, D.C.?

    On your way to Washington, D.C., you’ll fly out from Madison Truax Field. You’ll be landing in one of Washington, D.C.’s 2 airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Madison to Washington, D.C.?

    Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Madison to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Madison to Washington, D.C.?

    The Embraer 170 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Madison to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Madison to Washington, D.C.?

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Madison and Washington, D.C., with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Madison to Washington, D.C.?

    There are nonstop flights from Madison to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Madison to Washington, D.C., Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Madison to Washington, D.C. are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $404 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $453 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Madison to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Madison to Washington, D.C..

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Madison to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from Madison 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 Madison to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Madison with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Madison to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Washington, D.C. from Madison up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Madison to Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $158 or less one-way and $274 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Madison to Washington, D.C.?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Madison Truax Field to Washington, D.C..
Find which airlines fly direct from Madison Truax Field Airport to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Madison Truax Field to Washington, D.C.

Monday

American Airlines, Delta

American Airlines, Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines, Delta

American Airlines, Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines, Delta

American Airlines, Delta

Thursday

American Airlines, Delta

American Airlines, Delta

Friday

American Airlines, Delta

American Airlines, Delta

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines, Delta

American Airlines, Delta

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Madison Truax Field

Monday

American Airlines, Delta

American Airlines, Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines, Delta

American Airlines, Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines, Delta

American Airlines, Delta

Thursday

American Airlines, Delta

American Airlines, Delta

Friday

American Airlines, Delta

American Airlines, Delta

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Madison to Washington, D.C.

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Madison to Washington, D.C.. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Madison to Washington, D.C.? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 7951 reviews
7.9Comfort
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
7.3Food
7.9Entertainment
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Everything was fine except the entertainment was not working for half of the flight.

8.0 ExcellentEileen, Jul 2025BOS - PBI
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Everything was fine except the entertainment was not working for half of the flight.

Easy boarding with an extremely kind attendant. Seats were spacious and we had 3 seats for 2 people so we could stretch out. Comfortable air flow and very attentive and hospital attendants. Bathrooms and food were the only negative. Bathrooms were so small you could hardly get in and close the door. I don’t think an obese person would fit or a person with a movement disability. Food was the trending food for flights, nonexistent. We spent $40 getting sandwich and snack at airport for our 6 hour flught.

At first, we were on the runway for about an hour, literally. The Captain did explain that the Control Tower just had a change shift (sounds like an unrealistic excuse) and then that we had to change a runway. A regular economy seat is made for 12 yo twiggy. I understand Delta wants to push for an upgrade, but after sitting in a Comfort seat and in First class. I would say First class is not worthy of my money. The landing was delayed because of the weather in NYC, I don't hold that against Delta, of course. The Captain did alert us to that upon takeoff in Vegas and again as we reached NY.

No one fussed at me about my pap machine as a 3rd pice on the plane. Boarding was pleasant and smooth. The boarding agent in Anchorage was a fun character- he could be in a movie. :~) The on-board crew were downright pleasant. No militant attitudes on Delta. Like all planes these days the seats are too narrow for standard Americans and at 5’2” there is barely enough leg room. I don’t know how tall people fold themselves into the seats. But that’s nothing specific to Delta

My husband upgraded our seats and I don't know if it was due to the type of planet was or if they didn't upgrade our seats. We were supposed to be in I believe comfort seats and they were just as tight as any other seat- no leg room and we are very tall people but at least it wasn't extremely cold. My husband did put in a complaint about our seating because he paid extra and if we would have known that the space and the tightness would have been the same, we just would have gotten the emergency row emergency row seats that we normally get. We love Delta but both our flights coming home we're not good. Oh I forgot to mention that on our flight to Hawaii our luggage wheels got broke and we had to purse new luggage on vacation then we never had this problem so we didn't know protocol and reported it after we got home only for them to tell is we only had 24hrs to report the damage. Not sure what was going on with Delta this vacation trip.

My flight was extremely cold. I had a jacket and a cover was left in each seat. The cover was extremely thin and I have a disability, fibromyalgia and arthrithis and AC air is the worst. I closed my vent and my husbands vent and it still was frigid. I asked the attendant if I could get another cover and she quickly almost dismissively and totally unconcerned stating, (I quote) (one per chair) and walked off so quickly that I didn't get a chance to explain to her that I literally have adisability. I didnt want to make a seen so I set on that flight for over 5 hours in pain, joints locking up and extremely uncomfortable. When my fibromyalgia flares up my joints not only ache but they will lock up also and it takes me days to get back to my regular self even though I take medication for it. I felt like it would not have hurt anyone at all for her to just give me an extra cover because I'm sure they have all types of medical issues in people that fly every day.

After all the weather issues at least they got me to my destination the next day

My flight was canceled after being rescheduled for four days canceling my trip. Kayak and everyone affiliated with it I.e the airlines, and just fly have been excruciating to deal with. My trip to visit family had to be canceled as there was no way to make it. I am furious at all of you.

They delayed our flight because of bad weather in NY which was completely understandable. Then they cancelled our flight and a later flight that evening. The earliest we could fly was the next morning. We ended up buying last minute tickets on another airline and made it home slightly delayed but safely that evening. Delta kept saying it was weather related but if that was the case how did we make it back on another airline? The weather in NY was cloudy but not bad.

From Atlanta to Savannah - flight connection was way to short (we weren't even late landing ) and flight was already boarding when we landed - we were told we were the last on board and so we had to gate check our bags. Once we got on the plane, there were at least seven open bag spots so that was unnecessary delay. There should be better communication between the gate agent and the crew.

I would have liked an opportunity to move to a different seat ( even would have checked in my hand luggage)as I had health issues where I didn't have to clamber over the passenger next to me to for toilet use/ movement [ She was a highly unpleasant neighbor to sit next to]. In addition, I found that my European phone plan had run out of data and so I was not receiving emails from yourselves on airport wifi to be able to check in online and verifications difficult as did not accept the ticket number I had. I asked for an extra blanket but was told there was none. Then I saw other passengers receiving them. I couldn't eat the food and asked for snacks : Stewardess said " on the way" but they did not bring. The best bit was the check in process in Lisbon. Very efficient. However, I did not understand why we had to collect our bags at Washington then go through customs again. It was not explained. I also with my leg and health issue had approximately mile walk to the gate ( which then changed) . There appeared to be no moving walkways or help provided.

The attendant were friendly. I suggest you have a medical attendant on board every flight so that in case someone is sick , he/she will help them.

We had a very long diversion and our food voucher didn’t work because the restaurants were closed

United airlines, mediocre at best. No issues , nothing great . Worked for me

Turbulent taking off & landing to Dulles from Raleigh. Flight from Dulles to Tokyo very good!!

Very nice and clean plane. Transit time between flights was tight though

Mostly the experience was good except for the flight changes made by UA which meant longer layover in DC

Terrible. First of all we were delayed 4 3/4 hours departing Honolulu. As we had to leave our condo and the rental car had to be returned we had to go to the airport. Even though we had a business class boarding pass to Washington, since we did not have business class to Montreal we could not access the lounge without paying a $59 fee each. This does not make sense to us. Since we could not meet our original connection United booked us to Montreal via New York LaGuardia on Air Canada. In Washington a further delay got us into LaGuardia too late to make our connection to Montreal so we were booked on another Air Canada flight 3 hours later. We were originally scheduled to arrive in Montreal at 10:40 and arrived at 19:55. A totally exhausting day, United did not offer a meal voucher or any type of compensation. Air Canada did give us a digital meal voucher. The food in United business class is poor among all meals offered. The pods look nice but are not that confortable. Overall would not fly on United again.

Change cabin crew assisting business class. Not taking care, ignoring requests and calls. Never had such an experience in business class.

United left one of our bags back in SFO but that’s not my real complaint. The complaint is how it all went down. So we checked in the day before online and were told we could use the quick drop for luggage. So the next day I used baggage quick drop curbside at SFO. The agent mistakenly didn't tag my bag as he put my bag on the conveyor belt untagged. We immediately alerted him he had not tagged the bag. I walked with him to the baggage service office to find my bag and tag it. We waited outside the office for 10 mins. He came out and said everything was ok and the bag was going to be tagged and on my flight. We received a text that one of our bags was on the flight but the other was not. I alerted my first class flight attendant immediately upon boarding the flight. She was helpful and said she’d get it sorted out right away. She called over the gate agent. The gate agent used my bag number and looked over information on her device. She said my bag was on the flight. The flight attendant was standing with her, looking at the device, and also said “yep it’s on the flight”. During the flight the flight attendant made reference to how reassuring it must feel knowing the bag was on the flight. Upon arriving to IAD we received a text that my bag was not on my flight. The text said my bag would arrive to my final destination LIS 24 hrs late. I understand that mistakes happen. I was totally ok with my bag mistakenly not getting tagged at the quick drop. I was fine with walking down to baggage services to tag my bag. But, what I am not ok with is that the United staff said they fixed the mistake two different times, assuring me twice that my bag would be/was on the plane…and it wasn’t. I expected better attention by the employees, for them to do what they said they were going to do. We also spent extra money to upgrade our seats to first class, including the entire return leg from Lisbon to San Francisco because we wanted a smoother and more relaxing travel experience. Our money was not well spent. We will not be using United for travel going forward.

Initial flight was cancelled at the time of arrival to the airport, flight alternative requires switching from direct to flight with a layover, and the plane felt like it would split apart, it was so rattle-y.

Weather delay for 2.5 hours followed by half hour crew delay, did not have ginger ale, uncomfortable seats

It was nobody’s fault - but the plane came 4-hrs late and we were updated randomly in 20-30 mins increments which left us hostage to sit and wait expectantly. It was very long and got very late. Our plane didn’t land until nearly 1 am! Also the toilet wasn’t working. The hosts were nice enough but were clearly “about to pass out” as one told me. Lastly, there was no snack or even time for it. Just a bad experience overall.

The boarding crew was incredibly helpful getting me on an earlier flight

Great experience. Flight boarded easily. Departed early. Smooth flight. Great arrival in DC--almost no taxing! Almost direct to gate from runway. Crew was terrific. Same cookies and beverages in main cabin. I did not use the entertainment system on this flight.

Flight delayed on both ends - have a gate ready at DCA, don't make us sit for 30min after being late to take off as well.

AA can't control the weather. But the airplane was hot and stuffy while stuck on the runway with a broken entertainment system.

very bare bones flight no entertainment screen, download shows prior to boarding to watch on phone or tablet.

It was good. It’s been a long time since my wife and I fly any where and things have changed. Our trip was to see our new grandson. We fly economy and that was not good for my bad back. It was a quick flight but uncomfortable.

Service in first class no longer exists on American Airlines .

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