Flying from Madison Airport (MSN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Madison Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.
Los Angeles is two hours behind Madison and is in the UTC-8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your MSN to LAX flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Los Angeles (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a cinch with Breeze Airways. This popular carrier has direct flights from Madison Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Breeze Airways is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madison Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MSN and LAX:
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madison Airport (MSN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madison Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is 191 €. A return plane ticket right now is 325 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MSN to LAX, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Madison Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
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Select your preferred 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 Madison Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about Madison Airport (MSN)
MSN's address is 4000 International Lane.
Of the flights that depart from Madison Airport, 75% land on time at their destination.
Central Madison to Madison Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near MSN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Madison Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Madison Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore Los Angeles and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Madison Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Los Angeles in March.
Book your flight from Madison Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Los Angeles during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSN to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.

