Raleigh/Durham to Madison (RDU–MSN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Raleigh/Durham to Madison
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 753 mi 3h 27m nonstop -1h behind 51 1-stop hubs

RDU–MSN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 753 miles in approximately 3h 27m. Beyond nonstop, 51 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop RDU–MSN service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 0 – – 81% Star Alliance –
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RDU to MSN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
51
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
941
Candidates
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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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Madison is 1 hour behind Raleigh/Durham.
RDU: EDT · MSN: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 5:00 PM in Madison.
Distance & Flight Time
753 mi / 1,211 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 27m.
Getting to RDU

No rail connection exists. GoTriangle Route 100 (RDU Express) runs from the Durham Station Transportation Center and downtown Raleigh to the airport for $2.25; takes 35–50 minutes but service is limited in the evenings and does not run all night.Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) from downtown Raleigh: $20–30, 20–25 minutes. From Durham: $18–25, 15–20 minutes. Taxis: $30–40. Long-term parking from $7/day in Economy lots with shuttle service. I-40 provides direct access to both Raleigh and Durham.

Facts

RDU–MSN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Raleigh/Durham to Madison route.
Route details
Distance753 mi / 1,211 km
Flight time3h 27m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections51 hubs
Origin: RDU
Full nameRaleigh-Durham International Airport
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m
Destination: MSN
Full nameDane County Regional Truax Field
IATA / ICAOMSN / KMSN
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr2.3M
Elevation887 ft / 270 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RDU to MSN flights.
Nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dane County Regional Truax Field take approximately 3h 27m. The route covers 753 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MKE, MDW, CMH, IND, CLE, PIT, BWI, IAD, OKC, SAV, MLI, BUF, LSE, TYS, DAL, BNA, STL, SRQ, MSY, PBI, BOS, FLL, MIA, AUS, BZN, SLC, PSP, VNY, RNO, LAS, OAK, SJC, LAX, SFO, SMF, ATL, SEA, DTW, ORD, LGA, EWR, DCA, MSP, CLT, PHL, TPA, MCO, RSW, DEN, DFW and PHX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Madison is 1 hour behind Raleigh/Durham.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from RDU to MSN

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Dane County Regional Truax Field (MSN) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines.

RDU to MSN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RDU to MSN ranges from 3 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 753 miles (1,211 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

51 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MKE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.