Which airports can I use when flying from San Luis Obispo to Madison?

Flights from San Luis Obispo to Madison usually depart from San Luis Obispo County (SBP) and arrive at Madison Truax Field (MSN).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Luis Obispo to Madison?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Luis Obispo to Madison.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Luis Obispo to Madison pass through?

One-stop flights from San Luis Obispo to Madison most commonly connect through: • Denver Intl (DEN) - 58% of one-stop connections • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 32% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 5% of one-stop connections • San Diego (SAN) - 5% of one-stop connections Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Luis Obispo to Madison?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 64% on the San Luis Obispo to Madison route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $309 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $853, a difference of $544. 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 San Luis Obispo to Madison?

A nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo to Madison takes 0h 00m, covering 1,750 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo 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 $439 to $2,100. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 21m, compared with 6h 46m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 18m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

What is the time difference between San Luis Obispo and Madison?

Madison is 2 hours ahead of San Luis Obispo (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

How much should I expect to pay for a San Luis Obispo to Madison flight?

Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Madison range from $383 to $694, with an average of $493 over the past 12 months. Anything below $383 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Luis Obispo to Madison?

American Airlines ($439) and United Airlines ($459) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Luis Obispo to Madison according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from San Luis Obispo to Madison?

Denver Intl (DEN) is the most popular layover for the San Luis Obispo to Madison route. 58% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DEN.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Luis Obispo to Madison?

Flights via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $467. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Luis Obispo to Madison which airport offers the shortest layover?

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) had the shortest average connection time for San Luis Obispo to Madison layovers at 217 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Madison

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

12:31 pm - 10:57 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

8h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:40 pm - 6:34 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

5h 54m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$429American Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

10:52 am - 10:45 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

9h 53m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:50 pm - 8:55 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

8h 05m1 stop Denver Intl

$434United Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

12:38 pm - 10:32 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

7h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

8:00 am - 12:07 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

6h 07m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$439American Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

10:52 am - 10:45 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

9h 53m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:47 pm - 10:01 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

9h 14m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$439United Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

9:45 am - 12:12 amSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

12h 27m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:00 am - 12:07 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

6h 07m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$444American Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

12:38 pm - 10:32 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

7h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:00 am - 6:18 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

13h 18m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$444American Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

12:52 pm - 11:12 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

8h 20m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:00 am - 6:18 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

13h 18m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$449American Airlines

Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12

12:45 pm - 9:39 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

6h 54m1 stop Denver Intl

8:30 am - 1:43 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

7h 13m1 stop Denver Intl

$459United Airlines

Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12

12:45 pm - 9:39 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

6h 54m1 stop Denver Intl

8:30 am - 5:19 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

10h 49m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles

$464United Airlines

Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12

12:45 pm - 9:39 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

6h 54m1 stop Denver Intl

8:20 am - 9:24 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

15h 04m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark Denver Intl

$469United Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Madison

Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6

12:55 pm - 8:39 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

5h 44m1 stop Denver Intl

8:44 am - 1:24 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

6h 40m1 stop Denver Intl

$554United Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6

5:00 am - 8:14 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

13h 14m2 stops Denver Intl Newark

8:44 am - 1:24 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

6h 40m1 stop Denver Intl

$559United Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6

8:00 am - 8:53 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

10h 53m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 am - 11:53 amMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

8h 53m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

$564United Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 7

12:55 pm - 8:39 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

5h 44m1 stop Denver Intl

5:00 am - 11:53 amMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

8h 53m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

$785United Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 7

8:00 am - 8:39 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

10h 39m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl

5:00 am - 11:53 amMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

8h 53m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

$790United Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 7

12:29 pm - 10:39 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

8h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

8:00 am - 12:05 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

6h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$897American Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 7

8:33 pm - 10:04 amSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

11h 31m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 am - 11:53 amMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

8h 53m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

$1,779United Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 7

12:55 pm - 8:39 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

5h 44m1 stop Denver Intl

5:00 am - 11:53 amMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

8h 53m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

$1,805United Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 7

12:55 pm - 8:39 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-MSN Madison Truax Field

5h 44m1 stop Denver Intl

2:50 pm - 9:00 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SBP San Luis Obispo County

8h 10m1 stop Denver Intl

$1,983United Airlines

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

Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Madison start at $439. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $383 to $694. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $439 on American Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Luis Obispo to Madison?
Flights from San Luis Obispo to Madison usually depart from San Luis Obispo County (SBP) and arrive at Madison Truax Field (MSN).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Luis Obispo to Madison?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Luis Obispo to Madison.
Which airports do connecting flights from San Luis Obispo to Madison pass through?
One-stop flights from San Luis Obispo to Madison most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 58% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 32% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 5% of one-stop connections
• San Diego (SAN) - 5% of one-stop connections

Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Luis Obispo to Madison?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 64% on the San Luis Obispo to Madison route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $309 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $853, a difference of $544. 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 San Luis Obispo to Madison?
A nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo to Madison takes 0h 00m, covering 1,750 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo 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 $439 to $2,100. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Luis Obispo to Madison?
Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 21m, compared with 6h 46m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 18m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
What is the time difference between San Luis Obispo and Madison?
Madison is 2 hours ahead of San Luis Obispo (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
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
How much should I expect to pay for a San Luis Obispo to Madison flight?
Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Madison range from $383 to $694, with an average of $493 over the past 12 months. Anything below $383 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $309 - about $544 less than Sunday (64% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Luis Obispo to Madison trip for January. Fares historically average $288 round-trip in that month - typically $558 less than the most expensive month, which is September (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
- Holiday Inn Madison At The American Center By IHG
- Best Western East Towne Suites

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