Travelling from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is three hours behind Hartford, where Bradley International Airport is located. Seattle follows the UTC-8 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your BDL to Seattle flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
The journey from central Hartford to BDL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to BDL? If you've booked an early flight from Bradley International Airport to Seattle, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of the departures from Bradley International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find BDL at Schoephoester Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Seattle
The best price we've seen for a one-way Bradley International Airport to Seattle flight is Rs48,865. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs99,431. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BDL to Seattle. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Bradley International Airport to Seattle across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Bradley International Airport to Seattle, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near SEA:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from BDL to Seattle.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
After your flight from Bradley International Airport to Seattle has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 40 kilometres from Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Following your BDL to Seattle flight, kick back at a hotel close to PAE. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Get your preferred vehicle, not just whatever's left, by booking your ride from PAE ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during busy airport times.
King County International Airport (BFI)
King County International Airport (BFI) is about 11 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Bradley International Airport to Seattle.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes around 35 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, choose a hotel close to BFI. Get comfortable at one of these options after your BDL to Seattle flight:
If you'd like a particular type of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at getting what you want. Secure your ride from BFI a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Bradley International Airport to Seattle.
Best time to go to Seattle
July is the most popular month for flights from Bradley International Airport to Seattle. To avoid the crowds, head to Seattle in December.
When booking your Bradley International Airport to Seattle plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BDL to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Bradley International Airport to Seattle, browse our selection of hotels including:
Pike Place Market and Space Needle are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Seattle itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Seattle Skyline.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Spokane is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No trip is complete without seeing Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
