Bradley International Airport (KBDL) sits 12 miles north of Hartford, Connecticut, midway between Hartford and Springfield, Massachusetts. The three runways (longest 9,510 ft) handle every current business jet. Field elevation 174 ft, no density-altitude concerns. Bradley is Connecticut's principal commercial gateway and serves the Hartford insurance corporate community (Aetna, The Hartford, Travelers, Cigna), plus the broader Connecticut + Western Massachusetts corporate flow. Ground time to downtown Hartford is 20 minutes; Springfield is 25.
Frequently asked questions about Bradley International Airport
What is KBDL airport?+
KBDL is the ICAO code for Bradley International Airport (IATA BDL), located in Hartford, CT.
What does BDL stand for?+
BDL is the IATA code for Bradley International Airport (ICAO KBDL) in Hartford, CT.
Where is Bradley International Airport?+
Bradley International Airport is located in Hartford, CT.
Does Bradley International Airport have commercial airline service?+
Yes — Bradley International Airport is served by scheduled airlines in addition to private aviation traffic.
How long is the runway at Bradley International Airport?+
The longest runway at Bradley International Airport measures 9,510 ft (2,899 m).
What is the elevation of Bradley International Airport?+
Bradley International Airport sits at 173 ft above sea level.
What timezone is Bradley International Airport in?+
Bradley International Airport operates on America/New_York.
How many private-jet empty legs are available at Bradley International Airport?+
SkyAccess currently tracks 1 departing and 1 arriving private-jet empty legs at Bradley International Airport over the next six months. Browse and book each leg with a free account.