Travelling from Chicago to Bradley International Airport (BDL): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of Chicago's main airports, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Bradley International Airport (BDL) jetting off from either of these.
Book a direct Chicago to Bradley International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Hartford is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. Bradley International Airport is located in Hartford.
The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bradley International Airport (BDL), with 44 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way 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.
To ensure you catch your flight from Chicago to BDL, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Going away during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like spring break and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Bradley International Airport (BDL) operate out of this terminal.
When departing from ORD, you can catch a direct flight from Chicago to Bradley International Airport with United Airlines.
United ranks first in bookings for flights from ORD to BDL.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is United. Its services land as planned 74.32% of the time.
ORD is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Bradley International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
70% of flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Catching a flight out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? Direct Chicago to Bradley International Airport (BDL) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Chicago to BDL departing from MDW. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in a single journey.
Southwest Airlines is the most frequently booked airline flying from MDW to BDL.
Southwest Airlines is the most reliable carrier flying from Chicago Midway International Airport to Bradley International Airport, with 77.16% of its services landing on time.
You can get to MDW from central Chicago in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to BDL flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from central Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Bradley International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 71%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Bradley International Airport (BDL)
Reserve a hotel close to BDL if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Bradley International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Chicago to Bradley International Airport flight.
BDL is located at Schoephoester Road.
Getting from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to central Hartford
From Bradley International Airport, central Hartford is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Bradley International Airport (BDL)
Right now, ₹ 10,944 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Bradley International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 21,884. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Chicago to BDL by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Bradley International Airport (BDL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Bradley International Airport (BDL). Plan your visit to Hartford in December for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Chicago to BDL plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Hartford, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 31ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -9ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Bradley International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Hartford
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Bradley International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hartford:
Your visit to Hartford isn't complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions worth exploring include The Mark Twain House & Museum, Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art and Hartford Stage.
Explore more of the United States
Hartford has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres southwest of Hartford, a trip to New York will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres southwest of Hartford, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
