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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madison Airport to San Diego? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $557. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.$413 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Madison on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $413, select.
San Diego.$468 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Jun, returning Sun, 5 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Madison on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $468, select.
San Diego.$557 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul, returning Sat, 4 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Madison on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $557, select.
San Diego.$565 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan, returning Tue, 19 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Madison on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $565, select.
San Diego.$566 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Sat, 19 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Madison on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $566, select.
San Diego.$572 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Madison on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $572, select.
San Diego.$572 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Madison on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $572, select.
San Diego.$593 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Jan, returning Sun, 14 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Madison on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $593, select.
San Diego.$662 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Sun, 21 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Madison on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $662, select.
San Diego.$675 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Dec, returning Sun, 27 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Madison on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $675, select.
San Diego.$778 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Wed, 5 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Madison on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $778, select.
San Diego.$911 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Mar, returning Sun, 14 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Madison on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in Madison.Price includes taxes and charges.From $911, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madison to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madison to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from $662
Jul
from $557
Aug
from $413
Sep
from $566
Oct
from $572
Nov
from $572
Dec
from $675
Jan
from $565
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from $911
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Alternative Madison to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Madison to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Diego International

4km from central San Diego
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McClellan-Palomar

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Madison to San Diego: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$413
Cheapest month to flyAugust

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

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Madison to San Diego is $413. 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. But we found flights with one or more stops from $413.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Madison to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Madison to San Diego is usually August.
If you're flying from Madison Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from $413.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madison Airport to San Diego on Thursday, 13 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Madison Airport and San Diego. 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 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.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

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

  • Dane County Regional Airport is located in Madison. Based in the UTC-8 timezone, San Diego is two hours behind Madison.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your MSN to San Diego flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a popular month such as October? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • MSN is around 10 kilometres from central Madison. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near MSN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:

  • Of the departures from Dane County Regional Airport, 75% arrive on time at their destination.

  • You'll find MSN at 4000 International Lane.

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego flight is $206. The cheapest price for a return flight is $413. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from MSN to San Diego, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices throughout the month and land an incredible deal.

  • There's no need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from MSN to San Diego.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 15 minutes.

  • It takes around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:

  • Booking your vehicle from San Diego International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from MSN to San Diego can help you get the best possible rate.

  • The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • Central San Diego is roughly 48 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Disembark your flight from Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego and then look for any airport signs that'll help you get to the centre.

  • There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near CLD. Kick back and get cosy after your MSN to San Diego flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by securing your ride from CLD before your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially when demand is high.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to San Diego in December.

  • The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from MSN to San Diego in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.

More about San Diego

  • Start your San Diego trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dane County Regional Airport to San Diego, explore our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. San Diego Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are leading attractions which should be on every San Diego itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

  • Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen San Diego. Around 177 kilometres away to the northwest, popular attractions include Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, head for Phoenix, about 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum are key reasons to visit.

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