New York City from Madison, Oct 23–25: $2,084 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $912 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Lowest in 30 days on this route
- The Cloud One New York-Downtown, part of the Motel One Group, rated 8.8 by 7,961 guests
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 5h 59m in all.
Worth it if you want to walk, eat and see things; skip it if you want to switch off.
Round-trip flights on Delta from Madison to New York City cost $469 per person for Oct 23–25, 2026 when we checked, $912 below the typical fare on this route. Three places to stay start at $493 a night for the 2-night stay. The total, before you go: $1,948 for two, flights and The Cloud One New York-Downtown, part of the Motel One Group with taxes and fees. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$2,084 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $938 |
| The Cloud One New York-Downtown, part of the Motel One Group, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $1,010 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $136 |
| The total, before you go | $2,084 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $140 |
$912 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $35 each way per bag on Delta, $140 for two round trip); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$469 per person, round trip
$938 for two, taxes and fees included · Delta · 1 stop · 5h 59m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 6:00 AM – Fri, Oct 23, 12:59 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delta | $469 | 1 stop | 5h 59m |
| Delta. Operated by Republic Airways Delta Connection | $621 | nonstop | 2h 20m |
| United. Operated by SkyWest DBA United Express | $482 | 1 stop | 5h 22m |
Prices checked Oct 14, 2026, 9:08 PM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why New York City
Why we picked it: New York City is the best value we priced for the weekend: $469 round trip, 67% under the typical price.
New York City delivers Broadway, world-class museums, skyline views and a restaurant for every cuisine on earth, all reachable by subway.
Weather in New York City, Oct 23–25
Highs 67–69°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 69 °F | 52 °F | 13% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 69 °F | 58 °F | 11% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 67 °F | 58 °F | 18% |
Where to stay in New York City
The Cloud One New York-Downtown, part of the Motel One Group
$1,010 for 2 nights, two guests · $505 a night
See roomsPark Terrace Hotel
$1,648 for 2 nights, two guests · $824 a night
See roomsYotel New York Times Square
$986 for 2 nights, two guests · $493 a night
See roomsAll hotels in New York City for these dates
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Where in New York City
- Midtown: Times Square, Broadway theatres and the most hotel choice.
- SoHo / NoLIta: Boutique hotels amid cast-iron streets, shops and restaurants.
- Upper West Side: Quieter residential blocks next to Central Park and museums.
- Williamsburg, Brooklyn: Rooftop bars and skyline views one subway stop from Manhattan.
- Lower Manhattan: Weekend rates near the 9/11 Memorial, ferries and the Brooklyn Bridge.
What to do in New York City
Signature experiences
- See a Broadway show after a walk through Times Square
- Walk the High Line to Chelsea Market
- Take the Staten Island Ferry past the Statue of Liberty
- Spend a morning at the Met or MoMA
- Cross the Brooklyn Bridge on foot at sunset
- Watch the sunset from Top of the Rock
Tours and tickets in New York City
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Madison | Dane County Regional (MSN) |
|---|---|
| Airports in New York City | John F. Kennedy International (JFK), Newark Liberty International (EWR), LaGuardia (LGA) |
| Flight time | 5h 59m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 807 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
What 2 nights in New York City costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $938 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (The Cloud One New York-Downtown, part of the Motel One Group) | $1,010 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $760 |
| Total for two | $2,708 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for a luxury destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Madison to New York City
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $469 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $469 (Oct 15, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $1,381 |
| Price checks | 10 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for New York City.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
Questions readers ask
How much does 2 nights in New York City from Madison cost?
About $2,708 for two: $938 in flights, $1,010 for the hotel and $760 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in New York City Oct 23–25?
Highs 67–69°F, little rain expected
Do I need a passport for New York City?
No. No passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for New York City.
How long is the flight from Madison to New York City?
5h 59m with 1 stop on Delta, on the fare we found.
Is $469 a good price for Madison to New York City?
It is 66% below the typical $1,381 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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