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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Hartford:

• Earliest: departs at 7:20 am and lands at 9:35 am
• Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 2:10 am.

The flight takes about 2h 15m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Hartford:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Hartford takes 2h 15m, covering 767 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Hartford range from $349 to $547, with an average of $435 over the past 12 months. Anything below $349 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 40% above the $435 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $254 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $439 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Hartford flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $316 to $2,268. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago to Hartford flights:

• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Chicago to Hartford are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $151, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

Hartford Bradley Intl Airport (BDL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $76 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Alamo
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Budget

Flights from Chicago to Hartford may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Hartford Bradley Intl (BDL).

One-stop flights from Chicago to Hartford most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 33% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 29% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) - 17% of one-stop connections
• New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Chicago to Hartford. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $364 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $544, a difference of $180.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

3 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Hartford. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Southwest

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 57m, compared with 5h 56m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 33m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

Hartford is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Hartford are Connecticut Convention Center, XL Center and Bushnell Park. These are among the most viewed places in Hartford on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Hartford flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Passengers arriving at Bradley International Airport (BDL) from Chicago will be happy to learn that it has a lounge, The Escape Lounge. Priority access is for holders of American Express Platinum cards. Also, any traveler, irrespective of the carrier they’re flying, can access the lounge after paying for the day pass. The Lounge is located near Gate 1.

You’ll certainly relish the comfort and convenience of leaping into an adventure in your car once you land at BDL. Those who have just arrived at BDL from Chicago will have several car rental agencies to choose from, including Hertz, Avis and National. The transportation center is located outside the terminal at the lower level after baggage claims, across the roadway.

Downtown Hartford and Bradley International Airport (BDL) lie about 15.5 miles apart. The easiest way to commute from BDL to the city center is via 30-Bradley Flyer, a CTtransit bus that departs every 40 minutes and takes 30 minutes to complete the journey.

BDL offers handicapped help to persons with disabilities passing through it. There’s an elevator in Terminal A, and all restrooms are wheelchair accessible. Furthermore, the lobby, concourse and baggage claim area are equipped with TDD /TTY phones.