Travelling from Chicago to Bradley International Airport (BDL): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by looking up the most convenient place to catch your flight from Chicago to Bradley International Airport (BDL). Explore your options for setting off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), the city's main airports.
2 hours 15 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Chicago to Bradley International Airport flight.
The timezone in Hartford is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. Bradley International Airport is located in Hartford.
The most popular route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bradley International Airport (BDL), with 44 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from ORD to BDL is the 7:10am United Airlines service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 9:09pm with American Airlines.
Your flight from Chicago to BDL won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Bradley International Airport (BDL) leave from this terminal.
When jetting out of ORD, you can catch a direct flight from Chicago to Bradley International Airport with United Airlines.
The top choice among passengers flying between ORD and BDL is United Airlines.
United Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chicago to Bradley International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to O'Hare International Airport:
74.85% of flights taking off from O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can book a direct Chicago to Bradley International Airport (BDL) flight ticket with departures from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Decide if leaving from MDW is a better fit for your trip.
From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to BDL are available with Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines attracts the most bookings on the MDW to BDL route.
Southwest Airlines is the most reliable carrier flying from Chicago Midway International Airport to Bradley International Airport, with 77.98% of its services landing on time.
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Chicago to BDL flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
77.88% of flights out of Chicago Midway International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 137 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Bradley International Airport flight:
Flights that leave from RFD touch down at their destination as scheduled 76.19% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Bradley International Airport (BDL)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Bradley International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near BDL and turn out the lights sooner:
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Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Chicago to Bradley International Airport flight.
The address for BDL is Schoephoester Road.
Getting from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to central Hartford
Central Hartford is about 19 kilometres from Bradley International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Bradley International Airport (BDL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Bradley International Airport is ₹ 7,434. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 14,744. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from Chicago to BDL, book your ticket one month before your departure date.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Chicago to Bradley International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Bradley International Airport (BDL)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to go to Hartford. August is when most people book flights from Chicago to Bradley International Airport (BDL), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Before locking in your Chicago to BDL flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Hartford, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Bradley International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 6ºC.
More about Hartford
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Bradley International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hartford:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Hartford when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Mark Twain House & Museum followed by Wadsworth Atheneum and Hartford Stage.
Explore more of the United States
Hartford has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 177 kilometres south-west of Hartford, a visit to New York will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Hartford, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
