Bradley International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 17m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Bradley International Airport
Bradley International Airport, formerly known as Bradley Field, is a public international airport in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, United States. Owned and operated by the Connecticut Airport Authority, it is Connecticut's busiest airport and the second-largest airport in New England after Boston's Logan International Airport. The airport is about halfway between Hartford, Connecticut, and Springfield, Massachusetts. Bradley is also a dual-use military facility and home to the 103rd Airlift Wing of the Connecticut Air National Guard.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KBDLNOTAMs
KBDLReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 9,510 ft / 2,899 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 15 / 33 | 6,847 ft / 2,087 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 1 / 19 | 5,145 ft / 1,568 m | 100 ft | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (12)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 123.950 MHz |
| APP | APP | 32.580 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.150 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.750 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 123.950 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 35.900 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| MISC | ARNG OPS | 41.900 MHz |
| OPS | ANG OPS | 138.550 MHz |
| RDO | BRIDGEPORT RDO | 122.300 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
The airport provides various parking options including Economy and Express lots.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (2)
Arrivals (STARs) (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Land-and-hold-short (LAHSO) (1)
Showing 13 of 21 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WINDSOR LOCKS CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4200 ft MSL |
| WINDSOR LOCKS CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2100 ft MSL | 4200 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 19% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 76% | -1,715 ft | |
| Feb | 77% | -1,671 ft | |
| Mar | 78% | -1,085 ft | |
| Apr | 79% | -475 ft | |
| May | 78% | 202 ft | |
| Jun | 83% | 927 ft | |
| Jul | 80% | 1,237 ft | |
| Aug | 83% | 1,063 ft | |
| Sep | 80% | 524 ft | |
| Oct | 76% | -190 ft | |
| Nov | 84% | -957 ft | |
| Dec | 73% | -1,515 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,715–1,237 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monarch Place | 400 ft | 118 ft | — |
| Tower Square | 371 ft | 148 ft | — |
| Skyview Downtown | 289 ft | 105 ft | — |
| Springfield Campanile | 276 ft | 95 ft | — |
| Park Towers | 230 ft | 108 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bradley International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Bradley International Airport?
The ICAO code for Bradley International Airport is KBDL, and its IATA code is BDL.
Where is Bradley International Airport located?
Bradley International Airport is large airport located in Hartford, United States, at an elevation of 173 ft (53 m).
How many runways does Bradley International Airport have?
Bradley International Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 9,510 ft / 2,899 m.
Which airlines fly to Bradley International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Bradley International Airport include AeroMéxico, Air Canada, Air France, AirTran Airways, Alaska Airlines, Alitalia, among 13 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Bradley International Airport?
Historical data lists 25 nonstop destinations from Bradley International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Bradley International Airport in?
Bradley International Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bradley International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bradley International Airport is approximately 13.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bradley International Airport?
The nearest airport to Bradley International Airport is Simsbury Airport (4B9), about 4.2 nm to the wsw, followed by Roberts Farm Airport and Skylark Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bradley International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.