# MSN — Dane County Regional Truax Field > Machine-readable reference for MSN. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/msn HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/msn Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/msn.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/MSN.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-03T20:36:42.002+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Dane County Regional Truax Field - IATA: MSN - ICAO: KMSN - City: Madison - Country: US (US) - Timezone: America/Chicago - Distance from city: 11 km (6.9 mi) northeast of downtown Madison - Runways: 3 - Terminals: 1 - Annual passengers: 2.3M - Official website: https://www.msnairport.com ## Overview Welcome Dane County Regional Truax Field (MSN) stands out as much more than a typical airport; it embodies a warm, small-town feel while integrating aspects of Madison's vibrant local culture. Positioned a convenient 11 kilometers northeast of downtown Madison, MSN offers a unique touch with its occasional Air National Guard operations, showcasing military aircraft alongside commercial flights. This blend creates an engaging, community-centered atmosphere rarely found in regional airports of its size. At a glance MSN handles approximately 2.3 million passengers annually and operates three runways from its single Main terminal. Despite its modest passenger volume, travelers appreciate the airport's calm and uncrowded environment, aided by the friendly staff and easy navigation. Serving as a base for major airlines such as Delta, American, and United, it primarily links passengers to larger hubs like Chicago, Minneapolis, and Detroit, keeping international reach at arm's length. Terminals & layout The Main terminal of MSN keeps everything within easy reach. Arrive, check-in, and reach your gate with simplicity, often within 20 minutes if traveling light. Security lines are typically… ## Terminals (1) - **Dane County Regional Airport Terminal** — airlines: Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, United Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Frontier Airlines URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/terminals/main ## Dining (13) - **Ancora Artisan Coffee & Tea** — Main · Coffee · Local · $ · OPEN 4:30 a.m. to last scheduled departure URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/restaurants/ancora-artisan-coffee-tea-main - **Ancora Coffee** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/restaurants/ancora-coffee - **Barriques** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/restaurants/barriques - **Buck & Honey's** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/restaurants/buck-honey-s - **Fresh Market Grab & Go** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/restaurants/fresh-market-grab-go - **Great Dane Pub** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/restaurants/great-dane-pub - **Ian's Pizza** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/restaurants/ian-s-pizza - **Launch Deck Bar** — Main · Bar · Local · $$ · OPEN Monday–Friday 4:30 a.m. to last scheduled departure, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to last scheduled departure URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/restaurants/launch-deck-bar-main - **Local Taproom** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/restaurants/local-taproom - **Look Mom No Hands** — Main · Casual Dining · Local · $$ · OPEN 4:30 a.m. to last scheduled departure URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/restaurants/look-mom-no-hands-main - **Mad Town Gastropub** — Main · Gastropub · Local · $$ · OPEN 8:00 a.m. to last scheduled departure URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/restaurants/mad-town-gastropub-main - **Metcalfe’s Local To Go** — Main · Grocery · Local · $ · OPEN 4:30 a.m. to last scheduled departure URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/restaurants/metcalfe-s-local-to-go-main - **Vinoteca Wine & Tapas** — Main · Wine Bar · Local · $$ · OPEN Monday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday 11:00 a.m. to last scheduled departure URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/restaurants/vinoteca-wine-tapas-main ## Lounges (1) - **MSN Business Center** — access: Main Terminal, public workspace URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/lounges/msn-business-center ## Shops (9) - **Badger Sports Shop** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/shops/badger-sports-shop - **Capital Commons** — Main · Newsstand URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/shops/capital-commons-main - **Hudson News** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/shops/hudson-news - **Lake Country Travel Mart** — Main · Travel Essentials URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/shops/lake-country-travel-mart-main - **Madison Essentials** — Main · Travel Essentials URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/shops/madison-essentials-main - **Madison XChange** — Main · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/shops/madison-xchange-main - **Tech on the Go** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/shops/tech-on-the-go - **Travel Mart** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/shops/travel-mart - **University of Wisconsin Shop** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/shops/university-of-wisconsin-shop ## Parking (8) - **Cell Phone Lot** — Short-term waiting · $0/day URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/parking/cell-phone-lot - **Disabled Parking** — Accessible URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/parking/disabled-parking - **Economy Lot** — Long stay · $10/day URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/parking/economy-lot - **Electric Vehicle Charging** — Remote URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/parking/electric-vehicle-charging - **Hourly Parking** — Short stay · $20/day, $2/hr · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/parking/hourly-parking - **Ramp** — Long stay · $14/day URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/parking/ramp - **Surface Lot** — Long stay · $12/day URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/parking/surface-lot - **Valet Parking** — Premium service URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/parking/valet-parking ## Ground transport (8) - **Hotel Shuttles** — Courtesy van · 5-20 min drive depending on hotel location and stops · Free for registered hotel guests at participating properties URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/transport/hotel-shuttles - **Local Taxi Companies** — Taxi · 15-25 min airport–downtown/Capitol in normal traffic · 20 · Cabs typically waiting at curb daytime/evening; phone dispatch at other times URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/transport/local-taxi-companies - **Lyft** — Rideshare · 15-25 min airport–downtown/Capitol in normal traffic · 18 · On-demand; typically a few minutes’ wait when drivers are available URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/transport/lyft - **Metro Transit Route 20** — Local bus · 25-35 min airport–Capitol in vehicle, longer with waiting · $2.00 · Every 30-60 min on weekdays; no late-night or Sunday service URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/transport/metro-transit-route-20 - **Metro Transit Route 24** — Local bus · $2.00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/transport/metro-transit-route-24 - **Metro Transit Route 28** — Local bus · $2.00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/transport/metro-transit-route-28 - **Private Shuttles** — Regional coach URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/transport/private-shuttles - **Uber** — Rideshare · 15-25 min airport–downtown/Capitol in normal traffic · 15-25 · On-demand; usually <5-10 min wait, longer during storms or big events URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msn/transport/uber ## Insider tips - _Insider_: For quieter spaces, head to gates 8–10, where frequent flyers find serenity away from busy areas. - _Time_: Local flyers advise arriving 75–90 minutes early for morning flights; outside this window, security often takes under 10 minutes. - _Local_: Experience local culture with rotating art displays in the central rotunda, showcasing university and community projects. - _Quiet_: The seating area near the concourse end offers an unofficial quiet zone with ample power outlets. - _Money_: Save time and potentially money by avoiding the main roadway when using rideshare; go directly to the app-based pickup zone instead. - _Avoid_: Early-morning and late-evening flights may have longer concession lines; plan accordingly for a timely snack or caffeine hit. - _Insider_: Consider creating a "lounge" with coffee and a seat near counters in the concourse center when laying over or working. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/MSN.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/msn/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/msn/departures — HTML page with live departures