Bradley International Airport
Bradley International Airport is the main large airport serving Hartford, United States, and a practical gateway for travelers heading into central Connecticut and the wider New England region. Identified by the codes BDL and KBDL, it combines the scale of an international airport with a layout that is generally straightforward for arriving and departing passengers. For many visitors, it is the most convenient air link for business trips, city breaks, family visits, and road journeys across the surrounding area.
About Bradley International Airport
Bradley International Airport is the main large airport serving Hartford, United States, and a practical gateway for travelers heading into central Connecticut and the wider New England region. Identified by the codes BDL and KBDL, it combines the scale of an international airport with a layout that is generally straightforward for arriving and departing passengers. For many visitors, it is the most convenient air link for business trips, city breaks, family visits, and road journeys across the surrounding area.
BDL operates two lighted asphalt runways, which support traffic in a range of weather and daylight conditions. Runway 06/24 measures 9,510 feet, giving the airport strong operational flexibility for larger aircraft, while runway 15/33 is 6,847 feet and adds capacity for additional movements. For travelers, that infrastructure matters because it helps Bradley function as a substantial regional airport rather than a small local field, supporting dependable access to Hartford and nearby destinations.
Overview
Bradley International Airport is the main large airport serving Hartford, United States, and a practical gateway for travelers heading into central Connecticut and the wider New England region. Identified by the codes BDL and KBDL, it combines the scale of an international airport with a layout that is generally straightforward for arriving and departing passengers. For many visitors, it is the most convenient air link for business trips, city breaks, family visits, and road journeys across the surrounding area.
Key facts
- Airport name: Bradley International Airport
- Location served: Hartford, United States
- Airport type: Large airport
- Elevation: 173 ft (53 m)
- Time zone: America/New_York
- Official website: http://www.bradleyairport.com/
What this means for travelers
From a visitor’s point of view, the most useful thing to know is that Bradley is set up for regular commercial travel while still being easy to recognize in flight searches and travel documents thanks to its BDL code. Since the airport uses the America/New_York time zone, passengers connecting from other parts of the country should double-check arrival times, ground transport plans, and hotel check-in details. Before traveling, the official airport website is the best place to confirm current airport information.
Routes
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FAQ
Bradley International Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Bradley International Airport is located in Hartford, United States (North America), at coordinates 41.930°, -72.680°.
- Its IATA code is BDL and its ICAO code is KBDL.
- Bradley International Airport serves Hartford, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Bradley International Airport operates on America/New_York local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Bradley International Airport sits at latitude 41.930° and longitude -72.680°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from BDL. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for BDL is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from BDL on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is Schoephoester Road, Windsor Locks, Connecticut, 6096, United States, the phone number is +1 860-292-2000, the official website is http://www.bradleyairport.com/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in United States. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.