EWR (Newark) to MSN (Madison) flights arrive on time 74% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 78%. The average delay is 84 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.EWR → MSN
EWR (Newark) to MSN (Madison)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 74% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Republic Airways edges out United Airlines on this route — 78% vs 65% on time.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 78% on time; United Airlines trails at 65%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from EWR
77% on timeExpect ~23 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. EWR has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
EWR cancels 2.8% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at MSN
78% on timeWhen flights into MSN are late, the average delay is 81 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MSN: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.