Travelling from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Chicago: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 14 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Bradley International Airport to Chicago.
Chicago is 1 hour behind Hartford, where Bradley International Airport is located. Chicago operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route is from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Choose from 59 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BDL to ORD is the 06:00 United option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 18:35 with United.
To ensure you get on your flight from BDL to Chicago, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Busy periods (like summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a nonstop flight from Bradley International Airport to Chicago. Start your trip at BDL and land at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Bradley International Airport to Chicago. Book your seat with one of these:
Once you've booked cheap tickets from Bradley International Airport to Chicago, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't required since you're flying within United States. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence, you're ready to go.
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Hartford, BDL can be reached in about 16 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 31 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near BDL? If you're boarding an early flight from Bradley International Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Chicago
$119 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bradley International Airport to Chicago. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $223. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BDL to Chicago.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Bradley International Airport to Chicago. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is approximately 40 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 54 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bradley International Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The centre of Chicago is around 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). As soon as your flight from Bradley International Airport to Chicago has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 21 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 46 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from BDL to Chicago:
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Bradley International Airport to Chicago. August is the busiest month for a trip to Chicago. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Bradley International Airport to Chicago in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from BDL to Chicago in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Bradley International Airport to Chicago, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
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