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Bradley Airport guide
Bradley International Airport has Terminal A (East and West concourses) and the International Arrivals Building. The quickest way from BDL to downtown Hartford is the CTtransit Bradley Flyer (Route 30) (about 35 minutes, $1.75).
Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction
CTtransit Bradley Flyer (Route 30), $1.75
about $40–$55
American, Delta and United
Escape Lounge (East concourse, near Gate 1)
Quick answer
The quickest way from BDL to downtown Hartford is the CTtransit Bradley Flyer (Route 30) (about 35 minutes, $1.75). Airlines here include American, Delta, United, Southwest and JetBlue.
- Terminals
- Terminal A (East and West concourses) and the International Arrivals Building
- Taxi
- 20–30 min, about $40–$55
- Distance
- About 12 miles to downtown Hartford
- Lounges
- Escape Lounge (East concourse, near Gate 1)
- Hotel
- Sheraton Bradley Airport Hotel, connected to Terminal A
Getting from BDL to downtown Hartford
Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.
- CTtransit Bradley Flyer (Route 30)to downtown Hartford and Union Stationabout 35 min$1.75
- Taxi or rideshare20–30 minabout $40–$55
Inside BDL
Terminals and connections
Terminal A has East and West concourses. International arrivals use a separate building with U.S. customs.
Lounges
- •Escape Lounge (East concourse, near Gate 1)
Sleep, showers and hotels
- •Sheraton Bradley Airport Hotel, connected to Terminal A
Parking at BDL
- •Economy lots with shuttles, the cheapest
- •Garage at the Ground Transportation Center, next to the terminal
Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check BDL's official site.
Airlines at BDL
Major airlines that fly from BDL (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.
- American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Southwest Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
- JetBlue Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Frontier Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
- Sun Country Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 11 in Bag fees
- Breeze Airways Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Aer Lingus Carry-on 55 × 40 × 24 cm Bag fees
BDL airport FAQ
The quickest option is the CTtransit Bradley Flyer (Route 30) to downtown Hartford and Union Station: about 35 minutes for $1.75. A taxi takes 20–30 min (about $40–$55).
Sources
Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fares, lounges, airlines and parking change; check with the operator or airport before you travel.
- Bradley International Airport official website
- Wikipedia: Bradley International Airport (airlines, terminals and ground transportation)
- CTtransit Bradley Flyer (Route 30): official site
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