Madison to New York (MSN–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
DTW Detroit 4h 2m AFDLKE → AMB6DL Detroit (DTW) to New York flights
ORD Chicago 4h 26m AAASAV → AAASAT Chicago (ORD) to New York flights
BOS Boston 4h 54m AAAFDL → AAAFAM Boston (BOS) to New York flights
MSP Minneapolis 4h 56m AFAMDL → AMDLKE Minneapolis (MSP) to New York flights
DCA Washington 5h 4m AADL → AAAFAM Washington (DCA) to New York flights
ATL Atlanta 5h 15m AFAMDL → AMB6DL Atlanta (ATL) to New York flights
CLT Charlotte 5h 18m AA → AAAFAT Charlotte (CLT) to New York flights
TPA Tampa 6h 30m MX → AFATB6 Tampa (TPA) to New York flights
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth 7h 41m AAG3QF → AAAFAM Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to New York flights
DEN Denver 8h 15m ACF9KG → AFB6DL Denver (DEN) to New York flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Madison to New York
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+1h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between MSN and JFK, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for MSN to JFK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~13h
Longest
DTW ~4h 2m ORD ~4h 26m BOS ~4h 54m MSP ~4h 56m DCA ~5h 4m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,389
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MSN → JFK
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
80%
Arriving
90%
Return
JFK → MSN
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
Arriving
50%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MSN delays → JFK delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach New York from Madison

Nearby airports with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Metric MSN→JFK RFD→JFK MKE→JFK
Distance from MSN – 66 mi 74 mi
Nonstop airlines – 2 9
Weekly flights – – 42
Departure OTP 80% – –
Chicago/Rockford (RFD) to New York flights · Milwaukee (MKE) to New York flights · Appleton (ATW) to New York flights
Airports within 200 miles of MSN with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
New York is 1 hour ahead of Madison.
MSN: CDT · JFK: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Madison, it's 7:00 PM in New York.
Getting from JFK

AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.

New York Climate

Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.

Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

MSN–JFK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Madison to New York route.
Route details
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: MSN
Full nameDane County Regional Truax Field
IATA / ICAOMSN / KMSN
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr2.3M
Elevation887 ft / 270 m
Destination: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr62.9M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MSN to JFK flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, Chicago O'Hare and Boston Logan.
On a single ticket, yes. Your bags are checked through to JFK and move between planes without you. On two separate tickets you collect your bags at the connecting airport and recheck them, so build in extra layover time.
New York is 1 hour ahead of Madison.
Yes, return flights from JFK to MSN are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include RFD, MKE and ATW. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, Chicago O'Hare and Boston Logan. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago/Rockford (RFD), Milwaukee (MKE) and Appleton (ATW).