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Flight deals from Madison Airport to San Diego International Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madison Airport to San Diego International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $526. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.$499 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Madison on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $499, select.
San Diego.$526 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Madison on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $526, select.
San Diego.$526 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 May, returning Tue, 26 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Madison on Fri, 22 May, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $526, select.
San Diego.$526 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Fri, 5 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Madison on Sat, 30 May, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $526, select.
San Diego.$526 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Apr, returning Wed, 15 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Madison on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $526, select.
San Diego.$528 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Madison on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $528, select.
San Diego.$553 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Madison on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $553, select.
San Diego.$554 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Madison on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $554, select.
San Diego.$569 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun, returning Sun, 28 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Madison on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $569, select.
San Diego.$573 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Mon, 16 Mar.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Madison on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $573, select.
San Diego.$752 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar, returning Mon, 6 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Madison on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $752, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madison to San Diego International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madison to San Diego International flights are currently cheapest in July.
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Madison to San Diego International: Alternative routes

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Madison to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$499
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Madison to San Diego International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Madison to San Diego International is $499. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Madison to San Diego International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $499.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Madison to San Diego International.
The cheapest month to fly from Madison to San Diego International is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madison Airport to San Diego International Airport on Wednesday, 1 July 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Madison Airport and San Diego International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego International.

Travelling from Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know

  • San Diego is two hours behind Madison and is in the UTC-7 timezone.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your MSN to SAN flight.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MSN and SAN include:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • O'Hare International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • $220 is currently the best price for a one-way Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. Return flights start from $499. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MSN to SAN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MSN to SAN.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport.

Handy information about Dane County Regional Airport (MSN)

  • You'll find MSN at 4000 International Lane.

  • 77.89% of flights that leave from Dane County Regional Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Central Madison to Dane County Regional Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MSN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego

  • You'll find SAN at Airport Drive.

  • From San Diego International Airport, San Diego is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling on public transport takes around 20 minutes.

When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit San Diego based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When reserving your flight from Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSN to SAN in February. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC then.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done San Diego, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey around 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to check off its leading sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If there's time to check out another great destination in United States, consider Phoenix, roughly 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are key reasons to visit.

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