Bradley International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
BDL
ICAO Code
KBDL
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Bradley International Airport (BDL) serves the Hartford-Springfield region and is located in Windsor Locks, Connecticut. It handles domestic flights and some seasonal international services and is the second‑largest airport in New England by passenger traffic after Logan and T.F. Green.

Bradley International Airport
Elevation: 52 m
41.9386, -72.6880

Terminal Guide for Bradley International Airport #

The airport has a main terminal with two concourses serving a mix of legacy and low‑cost carriers; gates are arranged in compact piers with walkable distances between check‑in, security and boarding. Expect the typical layout of a medium‑sized US regional airport.

Getting to and From Bradley International Airport #

Bradley is about 15-25 minutes by car from downtown Hartford and roughly 45-60 minutes from Springfield depending on traffic.

  • Bus/Shuttle: Scheduled shuttle services and some public buses connect the airport with Hartford; check local transit for current routes.
  • Taxis/Ride‑share: Metered taxis and ride‑share services operate from the terminal; travel times vary by destination.
  • Car rental: Multiple car rental operators have desks at the airport.
  • Driving: The airport is well connected via Interstate routes; driving is usually the fastest option outside rush hour.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Bradley International Airport #

Bradley provides standard airport amenities for domestic travel.

  • Lounges: There are airline and independent lounges available; access depends on membership or paid entry.
  • Food & drink: A range of cafés and sit‑down restaurants are located landside and airside with normal airport operating hours.
  • Wi‑Fi: Free Wi‑Fi is typically available in the terminal for passengers.
  • Charging & luggage: Power outlets are available in seating areas; luggage trolleys and lost & found are provided by airport services.
  • Accessibility: Full assistance services are available-request via your airline in advance.

Hotels and Layovers at Bradley International Airport #

Hotels are located near the airport and in nearby Windsor Locks/Hartford.

  • Use major hotel chain websites (e.g., hilton.com, marriott.com) to find specific properties close to the airport.

Layover tips: short overnight stays are common; several airport‑adjacent hotels offer free shuttle service to the terminal-check the property page for shuttle details.

Tips for Bradley International Airport #

  • Check airline lounge access in advance-Bradley has a mix of airline facilities and independent lounges depending on carrier and route.
  • Ground transportation to Hartford or Springfield is available, but rental car or taxi is often the most convenient option for connections outside peak hours.

Weather & Climate near Bradley International Airport #

Climate

Bradley International Airport's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1130 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 26 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -9°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-9°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-8°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
14.4h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 26°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 29°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
14.7h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 24°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
18°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-6°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

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