Flying from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Bradley International Airport to Minneapolis and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5. The city is one hour behind Hartford, where Bradley International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Take your pick of 19 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BDL to MSP is the 06:00 Delta Air Lines service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 20:00 with Sun Country Airlines.
Allow plenty of time to make your BDL to Minneapolis flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Bradley International Airport to Minneapolis ticket. Begin your trip at BDL and end it at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Delta Air Lines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Bradley International Airport to Minneapolis.
BDL is about 19 kilometres from central Hartford. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
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Bradley International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80.22% of flights that take off from BDL reach their destination on time.
BDL is located at Schoephoester Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Minneapolis
102 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bradley International Airport to Minneapolis flight. Return plane tickets start at 178 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap flights from BDL to Minneapolis by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Bradley International Airport to Minneapolis tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The distance from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
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To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from BDL to Minneapolis.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
Before scheduling your flights from Bradley International Airport to Minneapolis, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Minneapolis offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book a Bradley International Airport to Minneapolis plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BDL to Minneapolis around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Minneapolis
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All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are essential stops on your Minneapolis itinerary.
Explore more of United States
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