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Cheapest round-trip
$279
Typical prices: $276-$403
Breeze Airways
Sat 12/8Wed 12/12
RDU - MSN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$170
Typical prices: $218-$372
American Airlines
Tue 11/27
RDU - MSN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and Madison. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 67% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 30% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Cheapest • Avg $329 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Madison (RDU-MSN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Madison

Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:44 pm - 9:58 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MSN Madison Truax Field
18h 14m1 stop Tampa
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:38 am - 11:59 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
12h 21m2 stops Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$279Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
8:09 pm - 12:08 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MSN Madison Truax Field
4h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:36 pm - 6:41 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$305American Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
United Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 9:38 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MSN Madison Truax Field
7h 48m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 1:44 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$305United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
United Airlines Logo
10:28 am - 5:31 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MSN Madison Truax Field
8h 03m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 1:44 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$310United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:44 pm - 9:58 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MSN Madison Truax Field
16h 14m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Tampa
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:40 pm - 10:08 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
18h 28m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$313Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
3:37 pm - 9:45 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MSN Madison Truax Field
7h 08m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 1:26 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 16m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$315American Airlines
Wed, Feb 10 - Sun, Feb 14
Delta Logo
12:00 pm - 4:32 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 12:47 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$322Delta
Thu, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 3
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 10:22 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MSN Madison Truax Field
4h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:16 pm - 12:16 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
Breeze Airways Logo
8:00 am - 4:18 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MSN Madison Truax Field
9h 18m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
Breeze Airways Logo
4:58 pm - 9:08 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
15h 10m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$353Breeze Airways
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
Breeze Airways Logo
4:44 pm - 9:58 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MSN Madison Truax Field
18h 14m1 stop Tampa
Breeze Airways Logo
10:38 am - 10:07 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
22h 29m3 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale Tallahassee
$614Breeze Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Madison flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Madison?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Madison. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 50% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Madison?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Madison at $230 round-trip.
•December ($448) and April ($398) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 94% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Raleigh to Madison the cheapest?

Flights from Raleigh to Madison are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 67% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Raleigh to Madison flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$170
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 63% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Raleigh to Madison

When to book flights from Raleigh to Madison

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to Madison based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Raleigh to Madison flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Raleigh to Madison?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Raleigh to Madison:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Raleigh to Madison?

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Madison takes 00m, covering 752 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh to Madison?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Raleigh to Madison flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Madison range from $276 to $403, with an average of $327 over the past 12 months. Anything below $276 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Raleigh to Madison flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the $327 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Raleigh to Madison?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $253 round-trip, compared to $329 via a layover through Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Raleigh to Madison?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Raleigh to Madison?

    The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Breeze Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Raleigh to Madison changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $279 to $1,627. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Raleigh to Madison looking right now?

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Madison are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $331, which is 12% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Madison Truax Field Airport (MSN)?

    Madison Truax Field Airport (MSN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $88 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Raleigh to Madison?

    Flights from Raleigh to Madison usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Madison Truax Field (MSN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Raleigh to Madison pass through?

    One-stop flights from Raleigh to Madison most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Raleigh to Madison?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Raleigh to Madison. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $300 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $491, a difference of $191.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Raleigh to Madison?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 14m, compared with 4h 29m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 52m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Raleigh and Madison?

    Madison is 1 hour behind Raleigh (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Raleigh to Madison flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $300, about $191 less than Monday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 67% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Madison trip for May. Fares historically average $230 round-trip in that month - typically $218 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Madison Truax Field Airport.

    • Doubletree by Hilton East Madison East
    • Best Western East Towne Suites
    • Americinn By Wyndham Madison Wi

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