Flying from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Bradley International Airport is located in Hartford. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Hartford.
For a relaxed start to your BDL to Tokyo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from BDL to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
BDL is about 19 kilometres from central Hartford. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bradley International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BDL:
78% of flights that take off from Bradley International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find BDL at Schoephoester Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Tokyo
$1,082 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Bradley International Airport to Tokyo flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $2,298. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BDL to Tokyo. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bradley International Airport to Tokyo. Book one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport about three weeks before your flight from BDL to Tokyo.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is about 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Bradley International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour on public transport.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near NRT. Unwind and get cosy after your BDL to Tokyo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Tokyo Narita International Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
March is the busiest month for flights from Bradley International Airport to Tokyo. To skip the crowds, visit Tokyo in December.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Bradley International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 15ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BDL to Tokyo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Bradley International Airport to Tokyo, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be explored. Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a trip to Osaka will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.