Bradley International Airport (BDL) – Windsor Locks, Connecticut, USA

Your comprehensive guide to Bradley International Airport (IATA: BDL, ICAO: KBDL), serving Hartford, Springfield, and the Pioneer Valley.

🏢 Terminal Information & Services

The airport has a single main terminal building divided into Concourse A (Domestic) and Concourse B (International & Domestic), connected by a central ticketing lobby. Facilities include:

Central Ticketing Lobby (Ground Level)

• Check-In & Ticketing counters for all airlines, including American, Delta, United, JetBlue, Southwest, and major carriers.
• Shared baggage claim area with multiple carousels on the lower level.
• Airport Information Desk and Lost & Found located landside near baggage claim.
• Restrooms, family restrooms, and nursing rooms adjacent to the lobby.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, and charging lounges in the lobby and concourses.
• Coffee shops (Starbucks, Dunkin’) and snack kiosks in the lobby.
• Car rental counters (Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Alamo) landside near baggage claim; vehicles located in the rental car garage adjacent to the terminal.

Concourse A (Gates A1–A11)

• Domestic gates served by American Eagle (A1–A3), United Express (A4–A6), JetBlue (A7–A8), and Southwest (A9–A11).
• Dining & Retail:
  • Coffee & Co. – Near Gate A5.
  • Hudson News – Books, magazines, snacks near Gate A3.
  • Sabrett’s Express – Hot dogs, snacks near Gate A9.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, and family restrooms throughout.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate A2 and outdoor relief adjacent to the Concourse A entrance.

Concourse B (Gates B1–B8)

• Domestic & International gates: B1–B4 serve Delta, B5–B6 serve Air Canada (seasonal), B7–B8 serve United, and B8 used for charter flights.
• International Arrivals: Customs and Immigration facilities near Gate B2 arrival corridor.
• Dining & Retail:
  • Wolf’s Den Grill – Sit-down restaurant near Gate B4.
  • Starbucks – Coffee near Gate B6.
  • Hudson News – Near Gate B1.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, family facilities throughout.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate B1 and outdoor relief adjacent to the Concourse B entrance.

✈️ Runways & Aircraft Services

• Runway 6/24: 10,000 ft × 150 ft, asphalt/concrete – primary runway handling all commercial and cargo flights, as well as general aviation.
• Runway 15/33: 6,900 ft × 150 ft, asphalt – used for crosswind conditions and general aviation.
• General Aviation FBOs:
  • Sheltair Aviation – Full-service fuel (Jet A, Avgas), hangars, tie-downs, maintenance, and pilot lounge.
  • Atlantic Aviation – Executive terminal services, fueling, hangar rental, and concierge.
• Cargo Facilities: Dedicated ramp area serving FedEx, UPS, and DHL operations.
• Maintenance & Repair: On-field MRO providers offering line maintenance, avionics, and inspections for commercial and general aviation.
• Snow Removal: Equipment and procedures ensure runway availability during winter; contact Airport Operations for runway status.

🚗 Ground Transportation

• CTtransit Bus: Route 30 connects Bradley Airport to downtown Hartford and UConn bus hub—check schedules at cttransit.com.
• Shuttle Services:
  • Hartford Shuttle Express offers shared-ride service to Hartford, Manchester, and Springfield—reserve in advance.
  • Hotel courtesy shuttles run between Bradley and major hotels in Hartford and Springfield—arrange with your hotel.
• Taxi & Rideshare: Taxi stand and rideshare (Uber, Lyft) pickup/drop-off located on the arrivals curb outside each concourse—follow signage.
• Rental Cars: Rental Car Garage adjacent to the terminal; accessible via covered walkway. Agencies: Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Alamo.
• Parking:
  • Short-Term Parking Garage: Covered parking directly connected to terminal via walkway.
  • Long-Term Parking Lot: Surface lot with shuttle service to the terminal every 10 minutes.
  • Economy Parking Lot: Surface lot farther from terminal with shuttle service every 15 minutes.
  • Cell Phone Waiting Lot: Free waiting area off Bradley Intl Airport Entrance Road—monitor flight status and pick up passengers curbside when ready.
• Private Car & Limousine: Prearranged pickups curbside outside the terminal—designated limo zones are marked by signage.
• Bike & Pedestrian Access: Bike racks located near the terminal entrances; sidewalks connect to local neighborhoods, hotels, and bus stops.

📞 Contact & Official Information

Bradley International Airport is owned and operated by the Connecticut Airport Authority.

• Official Site: bradleyairport.com
• Phone (General Information): +1 860-292-2000
• Airport Administration: +1 860-292-2000 (Press 1)
• FBO – Sheltair Aviation: +1 860-688-2480
• FBO – Atlantic Aviation: +1 860-292-5821
• Lost & Found: +1 860-627-4299
• Address: One Bradley International Airport, Windsor Locks, CT 06096, USA