Flying from London to Bradley International Airport (BDL): What you need to know
The timezone in Hartford is UTC-5, which is five hours behind London. Bradley International Airport is located in Hartford.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from London to BDL.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from London to BDL with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between LHR and BDL include:
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
LHR is around 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Bradley International Airport, check out these options when heading out from London Gatwick Airport:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
LGW is around 48 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your London to BDL flight, unwind in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82% of them arriving as planned.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for a couple of hours or a weekend, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a little more manageable. When flying out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Bradley International Airport (BDL) stopping at Dublin Airport (DUB).
STN is around 56 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Bradley International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near London Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving on time, STN is a reliable starting point for any trip.
About Bradley International Airport (BDL)
Have a late flight from London to Bradley International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near BDL and fast-forward to bedtime:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your London to Bradley International Airport flight.
You'll find BDL at Schoephoester Road.
Getting from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to central Hartford
Central Hartford is around 19 kilometres from Bradley International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Bradley International Airport (BDL)
At the moment, 321 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Bradley International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 598 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from London to BDL, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your London to Bradley International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from London to Bradley International Airport (BDL)
July is the busiest month for flights from London to Bradley International Airport (BDL). Plan your visit to Hartford in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your London to BDL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Hartford, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Bradley International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
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Explore more of the United States
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If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Philadelphia, about 306 kilometres southwest of Hartford. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key highlights.