Traveling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Bradley International Airport (BDL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bradley International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Durham and Hartford share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Each week, there are 12 Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bradley International Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, select the 08:52 Frontier Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 21:27 with Breeze Airways.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your RDU to BDL flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Frontier Airlines has direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bradley International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Hartford — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Frontier Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating RDU to BDL flights, Frontier Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bradley International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RDU and BDL:
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Bradley International Airport (BDL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bradley International Airport flight is AED 215. A return plane ticket is currently AED 412. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from RDU to BDL by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bradley International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from RDU to BDL.
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Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that depart RDU land on time.
Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 23 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you have an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bradley International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Bradley International Airport (BDL)
If you have a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bradley International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near BDL:
Grab a Bradley International Airport rental car and explore Hartford and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Bradley International Airport about four weeks before traveling.
Getting from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to central Hartford
The address for BDL is Schoephoester Road.
From Bradley International Airport, Hartford is approximately 24 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bradley International Airport (BDL)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bradley International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Hartford based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Hartford is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bradley International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDU to BDL in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Hartford. Around 161 kilometers away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 290 kilometers south-west of Hartford, Philadelphia is another favorite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
