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Data updated: 2026-10-28 13:17:07

Madison (MSN) to New York (LGA) Flights

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MSN········· ·········LGA
Dane County Regional Truax FieldLaGuardia Airport
Distance
812 miles
Flight time
2h 18m
Time difference
LGA is 1h ahead
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Return date

Flights from Madison to New York

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from MSN to LGA on 2026-10-31
06:58MSNCDT UTC−52h 22m
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Nonstop
10:20LGAEDT UTC−4$401.00One-way
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08:45MSNCDT UTC−52h 21m
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Nonstop
12:06LGAEDT UTC−4$401.00One-way
Flight details

Flight route map

Madison (MSN) to New York (LGA) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Madison (MSN), Wisconsin, to New York (LGA), New York, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 812 miles.

Departure
Dane County Regional Truax Field · Wisconsin, United States · 43° 08' 24" N 89° 20' 15" W
Flight route
812 miles · 2h 18m
Direction
96.35° (E)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 42.21879, longitude -81.46081, approximately 404.97 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
809.9 miles
Driving route
916 miles · 18 hr 26 min
Time difference
LGA is 1h ahead
Destination
LaGuardia Airport · New York, United States · 40° 46' 38" N 73° 52' 21" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
812 miles
Average flight time
2h 18m
Time difference
LGA is 1h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Madison to New York is 96.35°, and the compass direction is E.

Airport information

Dane County Regional Truax Field

Madison, Wisconsin, United States
43° 08' 24" N, 89° 20' 15" W
Elevation: 887 ft (270 m)
Time zone: CDT UTC−5
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What's the weather like in Madison and New York?

Temperature unit:

MSN · Madison

63°FSunnyFeels like 60°F
Humidity
70%
Wind
10 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

LGA · New York

48°FOvercastFeels like 43°F
Humidity
69%
Wind
6 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2860°F | 43°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2964°F | 41°FFog
Fri, Oct 3071°F | 54°FOvercast
Sat, Oct 3160°F | 49°FOvercast
Sun, Nov 162°F | 53°FOvercast

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Madison to New York

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for United States to United States (US-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Apr is lowest at USD 347. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 441, the difference is USD 94. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 218 on 2026-12-22, USD 183 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 401 on 2026-10-31 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.