New York City from Madison, Nov 14–21: $2,506 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- United nonstop, 2h 16m, leaving Madison at 6:00 AM
- $339 per person, $720 below the typical fare on this route
- Pod 51 scores 8.2 from 9,512 reviews, with free cancellation
The catch: The Pod 51 room in the total is a bunk pod with a shared bathroom, and a checked bag is about $160 for two.
Worth it if you'll spend your days out in the city and only sleep at the hotel; skip it if you need a private bathroom.
Worth it if you're fine sleeping in a bunk pod: the whole trip is $2,506 for two, all in, for Nov 14–21, 2026 (7 nights). That covers United nonstop flights at $678 for two plus 7 nights at Pod 51 at $1,601 and its $227 in property fees, with taxes and fees included. A checked bag and spending money aren't in that total.
The total, before you go
$2,506 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $678 |
| Pod 51, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | $1,601 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $227 |
| The total, before you go | $2,506 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
$639 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $40 each way per bag on United, $160 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
$339 per person, round trip
$678 for two, taxes and fees included · United · nonstop · 2h 16m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 6:00 AM – Sat, Nov 14, 9:16 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| United | $339 | nonstop | 2h 16m |
| Delta. Operated by Endeavor Air DBA Delta Connection | $359 | 1 stop | 4h 4m |
| United | $349 | 1 stop | 4h 52m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 7:47 PM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $339 per person, this United nonstop is $720 below the typical fare on this route. That's 68% under, and the fare carries a "Lowest in 30 days" badge. Across 12 offers on these dates, we saw fares between $339 and $480. Mid-November in New York means coat weather: typical highs of 45–55°F, lows near 36°F and mostly overcast skies. Plan around museums, shows and long walks rather than hours outside. The city's November calendar includes the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and the NYC Marathon. A full week leaves room for Broadway, the Met and a Brooklyn Bridge walk without rushing any of them. Every price here is all-in as of when we checked, and prices can change before you book.
The kind of trip this is
This is a city week built on walking, food and shows. It suits a couple or two friends who want full days out and don't mind cold mornings. The hotels in our pick are compact pods, made for sleeping rather than lounging. You set the pace: a museum morning, a long walk and a Broadway night, then the same again in another neighborhood.
Weather in New York City, Nov 14–21
Typical highs 45–55°F, lows near 36°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 14 | 47 °F | 35 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Nov 15 | 49 °F | 34 °F | Overcast |
| Mon, Nov 16 | 55 °F | 38 °F | Overcast |
| Tue, Nov 17 | 54 °F | 37 °F | Overcast |
| Wed, Nov 18 | 54 °F | 39 °F | Overcast |
| Thu, Nov 19 | 48 °F | 35 °F | Partly cloudy |
| Fri, Nov 20 | 45 °F | 33 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Nov 21 | 47 °F | 33 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in New York City
All three hotels are in Manhattan, and all are room only. Pod 51 is the best value and the one in our total. It's $1,601 for 7 nights ($229 a night) plus $227 in fees at the property, and it scores 8.2 from 9,512 reviews. It has free cancellation, and the room is a bunk pod with a shared bathroom. Pod Times Square is the top rated, at 8.6 from 16,603 reviews. It's $1,646 for the stay ($235 a night) plus $233 in property fees, for a bunk pod with free cancellation. ROW NYC at Times Square is the 4-star option with a standard double room. It's $1,951 ($279 a night) plus $272 in fees, scores 7.4 from 1,517 reviews and has no free cancellation. Midtown puts you near Times Square, the Broadway theatres and the most hotel choice.
Pod 51
$1,601 for 7 nights, two guests · $229 a night
See roomsLUMA Hotel - Times Square
$3,581 for 7 nights, two guests · $512 a night
See roomsPod Times Square
$1,646 for 7 nights, two guests · $235 a night
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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
- Walk through Times Square, then see a Broadway show
- Walk the High Line and end at Chelsea Market
- Ride the Staten Island Ferry past the Statue of Liberty
- Spend a morning at the Met or MoMA, a good fit for overcast days
- Cross the Brooklyn Bridge on foot at sunset
- Watch the sunset from Top of the Rock
Also worth it
- Take the Staten Island Ferry past the Statue of Liberty
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 | 2h 16m nonstop |
| Distance | 807 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
What 7 nights in New York City costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $678 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Pod 51) | $1,601 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | $2,660 |
| Total for two | $4,939 |
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 | $339 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $339 (Oct 16, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $978 |
| Price checks | 19 |
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).
- Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and the NYC Marathon
- No passport needed, the currency is the US dollar and New York is 1 hour ahead of Madison.
- The nonstop covers 807 miles in 2h 16m. Check which New York airport your ticket uses: JFK, Newark (EWR) or LaGuardia (LGA).
- We estimate spending at $190 per person a day. That's $2,660 for two over 7 days, or $4,939 all told with the trip.
- Pod 51 and Pod Times Square have free cancellation. ROW NYC at Times Square does not.
- Prices are all-in as of when we checked and can change before you book.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
For most travelers, yes. The fare is $720 per person below the typical fare on this route, and the flight is a 2h 16m nonstop. The catch is the hotel: the price is for a bunk pod with a shared bathroom. If you want a private room, look at ROW NYC at Times Square.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$2,506, all in. That's $678 for two United nonstop tickets, $1,601 for 7 nights at Pod 51 and $227 in property fees, with taxes and fees included. A checked bag (about $160 for two) and spending money aren't included.
What's the weather like Nov 14–21?
Expect cold and mostly overcast days. Typical highs run 45–55°F with lows near 36°F, and the coldest nights get down to 33°F. Bring a warm coat and good walking shoes.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip from Madison, paid in US dollars, and New York is just 1 hour ahead.
When does the flight leave?
The United nonstop leaves Madison at 6:00 AM on Saturday, Nov 14 and lands at 9:16 AM New York time, so you get almost a full first day in the city.
Is 7 nights enough?
Yes, for a first look. Seven nights is enough for a Broadway show, the Met or MoMA, the High Line, the Staten Island Ferry and the Brooklyn Bridge at sunset, with time left over to wander.
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