Travelling from Glasgow to Bradley International Airport (BDL): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Glasgow to Bradley International Airport (BDL). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the main airports in Glasgow.
Hartford is four hours behind Glasgow. Bradley International Airport is located in Hartford, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Glasgow to BDL.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Whether you want to explore a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Glasgow to BDL.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Glasgow to Bradley International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Glasgow International Airport:
70.07% of flights that take off from Glasgow International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
With public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in about 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to BDL flight:
76.7% of flights out of Glasgow Prestwick Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Bradley International Airport (BDL)
Consider booking a hotel close to BDL if you're catching a late flight from Glasgow to Bradley International Airport. Select one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Bradley International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Hartford's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Bradley International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
You'll find BDL at Schoephoester Road.
Getting from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to central Hartford
Bradley International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Hartford. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It takes around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Bradley International Airport (BDL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Bradley International Airport is R 8,069. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,397. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Glasgow to BDL, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Glasgow to Bradley International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Bradley International Airport (BDL)
May is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Bradley International Airport (BDL), while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Hartford based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Hartford is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to BDL plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Bradley International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Hartford
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Bradley International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hartford:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Mark Twain House & Museum, Wadsworth Atheneum and Hartford Stage are leading attractions which should be on any good Hartford itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Hartford has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres south-west of Hartford, a visit to New York will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty.
Philadelphia is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Hartford. No trip is complete without visiting Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
