Madison to Raleigh/Durham (MSN–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MSN–RDU is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Mexicana leads the route. The flight covers 753 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MX Mexicana | 2 | 223 | 2h10 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Madison
| Metric | MSN→RDU | MKE→RDU | ORD→RDU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MSN | – | 74 mi | 108 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 16 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 1 | 205 |
| Flight time | 2h 10m | 1h 46m | 1h 55m |
| Departure OTP | 80% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MSN: CDT · RDU: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Madison, it's 7:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Uber and Lyft from RDU to downtown Raleigh cost $20–30 (20–25 min); to downtown Durham: $18–25 (15–20 min). Pickup zones are on the lower level at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Taxis are available at the curb ($30–40 to Raleigh).GoTriangle Route 100 ($2.25) is a budget option to downtown Raleigh and Durham; check hours before relying on it for evening or early-morning flights. Rental car desks are in the terminal buildings with cars in the adjacent garage. Chapel Hill is 20–25 minutes via US-15-501.
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild but variable winters. Summer (June–August) temperatures reach 33–37°C with high humidity. Afternoon thunderstorms are frequent and can cause ground holds. The region sits in a tornado risk corridor during spring (April–May).
Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 2–12°C. The Piedmont of North Carolina experiences ice storms. Freezing rain events, common every 1–2 years, are the primary disruption risk. Snow is lighter than areas further north, but ice can be severe. Autumn (September–November) is the most operationally stable season.
MSN–RDU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSN to RDU
Dane County Regional Truax Field (MSN) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected by nonstop service from Mexicana. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MSN to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSN to RDU is about 2 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 753 miles (1,211 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, Charlotte Douglas and Chicago O'Hare. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Milwaukee (MKE), Chicago (ORD) and La Crosse (LSE).