Direct (nonstop) flights from Raleigh/Durham to Madison

1 airline flys nonstop from Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU) to Dane Co Rgnl Truax Fld (MSN). It's 753 miles (1,212 km), about 2h 25m in the air. Operated by Breeze Airways.

RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
MSN
Dane Co Rgnl Truax Fld
🇺🇸 Madison, USA
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
753 mi
1,212 km
CO₂/pax
139 kg
−37 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Breeze Airways
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Breeze Airways Breeze Airways

Route data last updated: May 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Breeze Airways MX Breeze Airways
Route
RDU → MSN
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
753 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Raleigh/Durham to Madison with one stop · direct emits 139 kg CO₂ per passenger

RDU DTW (Detroit) MSN
Leg 1: 1h 52m (501 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (311 mi) Total: ~3h 12m 🍃 176 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → DTW
1h 52m · 501 mi
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Leg 2
DTW → MSN
1h 20m · 311 mi
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RDU CLT (Charlotte) MSN
Leg 1: 1h 12m (129 mi) Leg 2: 2h 17m (708 mi) Total: ~3h 29m 🍃 180 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → CLT
1h 12m · 129 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → MSN
2h 17m · 708 mi
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RDU ATL (Atlanta) MSN
Leg 1: 1h 33m (356 mi) Leg 2: 2h 4m (706 mi) Total: ~3h 37m 🍃 222 kg CO₂ (+60% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → ATL
1h 33m · 356 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → MSN
2h 4m · 706 mi
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RDU ORD (Chicago) MSN
Leg 1: 2h 30m (646 mi) Leg 2: 1h 7m (108 mi) Total: ~3h 37m 🍃 164 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → ORD
2h 30m · 646 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → MSN
1h 7m · 108 mi
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RDU DCA (Washington) MSN
Leg 1: 1h 23m (227 mi) Leg 2: 2h 23m (706 mi) Total: ~3h 46m 🍃 198 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → DCA
1h 23m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → MSN
2h 23m · 706 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Raleigh/Durham to Madison?

A nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Madison (MSN) takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 753 miles (1,212 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Raleigh/Durham to Madison?

Just Breeze Airways.

Is there a nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham to Madison?

Yes. 1 airline: Breeze Airways.

How far is Raleigh/Durham from Madison?

The flight distance from Raleigh/Durham to Madison is 753 miles (1,212 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Raleigh/Durham to Madison?

At 2h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Raleigh/Durham to Madison?

Roughly 139 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 695 km.

Is the return flight from Madison to Raleigh/Durham also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Raleigh/Durham to Madison?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Raleigh–Durham Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.