Travelling from Columbus to Bradley International Airport (BDL): What you need to know
Start your adventure at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), the main airport in Columbus. Search for flights from Columbus to Bradley International Airport (BDL) that depart from this terminal.
Take off on a direct Columbus to Bradley International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Columbus and Hartford (where Bradley International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.
To ensure you catch your flight from Columbus to BDL, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Getting away during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Columbus to Bradley International Airport (BDL) operate out of this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Columbus to Bradley International Airport with Breeze Airways. This top carrier operates departures from CMH.
Most passengers choose to fly with Breeze Airways from CMH to BDL.
CMH is around 16 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Columbus to Bradley International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near John Glenn Columbus International Airport:
77% of flights departing from John Glenn Columbus International Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
With public transport, you can travel from central Columbus to LCK in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 23 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Unwind before your Columbus to BDL flight at a hotel near Rickenbacker International Airport. Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Bradley International Airport (BDL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Columbus to Bradley International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near BDL instead:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Columbus 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 get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Bradley International Airport (BDL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Bradley International Airport is 52 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 125 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Columbus to BDL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Cheap Columbus to Bradley International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Bradley International Airport (BDL)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Columbus to Bradley International Airport (BDL). July is the busiest month to visit Hartford. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in December.
When booking your Columbus to BDL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Hartford, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Columbus to Bradley International Airport in January when temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Hartford
Start your Hartford trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Columbus to Bradley International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Mark Twain House & Museum, Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art and Hartford Stage are major attractions which should be on any good Hartford itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Hartford, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel about 177 kilometres southwest to New York to tick off its top attractions. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in the United States, head for Philadelphia, about 306 kilometres southwest of Hartford. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among its highlights.
