🇺🇸 MSN
Madison
109 mi
ORD 🇺🇸
Chicago

Madison to Chicago Flights

Dane County Regional Truax Field Chicago O'Hare International Airport 9 airlines

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The Madison to Chicago route connects Dane County Regional Truax Field (MSN) in US with Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in US. This short-haul flight covers approximately 109 miles (175 km) with a typical flight time of 34m. This route is served by 9 airlines: United, SkyWest, Envoy Air and others. AirportRoutes has tracked 80 unique flight numbers on this route.

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About This Route

Route Overview

The Madison (MSN) to Chicago O’Hare (ORD) route links Wisconsin’s capital with one of the nation’s busiest hubs over just 109 miles (175 km). Typical gate-to-gate flight time is about 45–60 minutes, though total travel time depends on taxi, deicing in winter, and O’Hare’s traffic. Travelers choose this short hop to connect efficiently to ORD’s extensive domestic and international network, often saving time versus driving when factoring in parking, congestion, and onward connections. It’s also useful for business trips between state government, universities, and major corporate offices in Chicagoland. Because the distance is brief, schedules and connection windows matter more than onboard amenities, making reliability and timing key factors when selecting flights.

Travel Tips

Book early if you need specific connection banks at ORD; last-minute fares on this 109-mile (175 km) segment can be high in USD. If connecting, allow a cushion for O’Hare taxi times and potential winter delays out of MSN. At MSN, arrive about 60–90 minutes early; security is typically quick, but morning peaks can form. Pack light if possible—carry-ons reduce risk during tight connections. At ORD, confirm your terminal and gate before landing and note that transfers between terminals may require the Airport Transit System (ATS) or walking. Expect a short cruise and a quick descent; choose an aisle seat for faster deplaning if you have a tight connection. Check aircraft type—regional jets are common.

Destination Highlights

Chicago pairs skyline drama with lakefront energy, anchored by Millennium Park, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the riverwalk’s architecture cruises. For panoramic views, head to Skydeck Chicago or 360 CHICAGO, then explore neighborhoods like the Loop for museums, River North for galleries and dining, and Wicker Park for boutiques and nightlife. Along Lake Michigan, the Lakefront Trail and Navy Pier offer easy, scenic outings. Food is a major draw: try deep-dish pizza, a classic Chicago-style hot dog, and Italian beef, or book a tasting menu in the West Loop’s restaurant scene. The city’s transit makes it straightforward to sightsee without a car.

Best Time to Fly

Late spring through early fall—especially May to June and September to October—offers pleasant weather and strong flight availability on the 109-mile (175 km) route. Summer brings festivals and lakefront crowds, often pushing fares higher in USD, while winter can mean lower prices but more disruption from snow, ice, and deicing delays. Shoulder seasons typically balance comfort and cost. Notable demand spikes include major conventions and events, plus summer weekends and holiday periods; booking a few weeks ahead can help secure better pricing and preferred departure times.

AI-Generated Content: This information was compiled using AI from web sources on Dec 25, 2025. Content may not be current; please verify with airlines before booking.

Departure Airport

Dane County Regional Truax Field

ICAO Code:
KMSN
IATA Code:
MSN
City:
🇺🇸 Madison
Country:
US
Elevation:
887 ft

Destination Airport

Chicago O'Hare International Airport

ICAO Code:
KORD
IATA Code:
ORD
City:
🇺🇸 Chicago
Country:
US
Elevation:
680 ft

9

Operators

80

Tracked Flights

109

Miles

34m

Flight Duration

Route Map

Great Circle
Flight route map from Madison to Chicago
Map data © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap contributors

Operating Airlines

Airline ICAO IATA
United UAL UA
SkyWest SKW OO
Envoy Air ENY MQ
Republic RPA YX
GoJet GJS G7
PSA Airlines JIA OH
Air Wisconsin AWI ZW
SC Aviation Inc. COL -
American Airlines AAL AA

Flight Schedule Pattern

Day Flights Observed Frequency Activity
Monday 107 16%
Tuesday 88 13%
Wednesday 99 14%
Thursday 85 12%
Friday 84 12%
Saturday 97 14%
Sunday 126 18%

Pattern Analysis

80 Tracked Flights:
Data Points: 686
API observations used to build this analysis
Weekdays: 463 flights
Weekend: 223 flights
Business Route More active on weekdays

All Flight Routes

9 Routes
Note: This table shows aggregated route data by airline. Each airline may operate multiple daily flights at different times. See the "Spotted Departure Times" section below for all observed departure times.
Airline Flight Numbers Aircraft Type Typical Time Days Active Last Seen Status
E170 15:03 3:03 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Dec 6, 2025 Active
- B738 -
M T W T F S S
Jul 28, 2025 Active
H25B 11:25 11:25 AM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Jan 30, 2026 Active
Envoy Air
ENY / MQ
CRJ7 14:18 2:18 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
May 9, 2026 Active
GoJet
GJS / G7
CRJ7 10:50 10:50 AM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
May 9, 2026 Active
CRJ7 17:22 5:22 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Feb 10, 2026 Active
Republic
RPA / YX
E75L 10:19 10:19 AM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
May 9, 2026 Active
SkyWest
SKW / OO
E75L 12:18 12:18 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
May 9, 2026 Active
United
UAL / UA
B738 06:30 6:30 AM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
May 8, 2026 Active
Total Routes: 9
Active Routes: 9
Unique Airlines: 9
Aircraft Types: 10

Spotted Departure Times

Departure Time Operator ICAO IATA
06:30 6:30 AM United UAL UA
10:19 10:19 AM Republic RPA YX
10:50 10:50 AM GoJet GJS G7
11:25 11:25 AM SC Aviation Inc. COL -
12:18 12:18 PM SkyWest SKW OO
14:18 2:18 PM Envoy Air ENY MQ
15:03 3:03 PM Air Wisconsin AWI ZW
17:22 5:22 PM PSA Airlines JIA OH

Time Information

Times are shown in the departure airport's local timezone (UTC).

Total Departure Times: 8
Time Range:
06:30 - 17:22
These are typical departure times observed from actual flights. Times may vary by season and schedule changes.