Travelling from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Orlando: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Bradley International Airport to Orlando is 2 hours 46 minutes.
Hartford (the location of Bradley International Airport) and Orlando share the same timezone — UTC-4.
Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the most traveled route, with 30 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from BDL to MCO is with Frontier Airlines at 21:25. Opt for the first departure with Southwest Airlines at 05:05 if you want to get going early.
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 BDL to Orlando.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like August? Busy periods (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a nonstop flight from Bradley International Airport to Orlando that lands at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Direct flights from Bradley International Airport to Orlando are operated by a good selection of airlines. Book your journey with one of these:
For a flight within United States, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to present some kind of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Bradley International Airport to Orlando, make sure your ID is up to date.
Travelling from central Hartford to BDL takes approximately 31 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel near BDL? If you're boarding an early flight from Bradley International Airport to Orlando, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Orlando
$57 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bradley International Airport to Orlando. A return flight starts from $122. These prices may change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from BDL to Orlando by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Bradley International Airport to Orlando. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is around 32 kilometres from central Orlando. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 22 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bradley International Airport to Orlando, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MCO:
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
The centre of Orlando is around 48 kilometres from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Once your flight from Bradley International Airport to Orlando has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 36 minutes.
The journey will take approximately 2 hours and 3 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from BDL to Orlando, kick back at a hotel close to SFB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Orlando
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Bradley International Airport to Orlando while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Orlando, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Before you book a flight from Bradley International Airport to Orlando, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from BDL to Orlando around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Orlando
After booking your flight from Bradley International Airport to Orlando, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Orlando:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park are essential stops on your Orlando itinerary.
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