Travelling from Madison Airport (MSN) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Madison Airport to Philadelphia International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Philadelphia one hour ahead of Madison.
Flights from MSN to PHL start at 05:00 — the first with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 17:16 with American Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 14 weekly Madison Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MSN to PHL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Philadelphia (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a breeze with American Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Madison Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
American Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers MSN to PHL flights, with 79.5% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madison Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MSN and PHL:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madison Airport (MSN) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madison Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight is $183. A round-trip ticket right now is $394. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from MSN to PHL, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madison Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MSN to PHL.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Madison Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Madison Airport (MSN)
The address for MSN is 4000 International Lane.
75% of flights departing from Madison Airport make it to their destination on time.
Madison Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Madison. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Madison Airport to Philadelphia International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to MSN:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
If you have a late Madison Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near PHL:
Grab a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and explore Philadelphia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The quietest month for a flight from Madison Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Philadelphia based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Madison Airport to Philadelphia International Airport for July if you want to go to Philadelphia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MSN to PHL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Philadelphia, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 129 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its leading attractions. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Boston is another essential stop in the United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No journey is complete without dropping by Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
