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$94+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Hartford (BDL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — BDL
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Hartford Bradley Intl are usually found in August or September, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$180
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$94
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$354
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Hartford
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Hartford. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2310:49 amMDW - BDL
1 stop22h 55mFrontier
Mon 10/274:01 pmBDL - MDW
1 stop8h 45mFrontier
Deal found 10/14$179
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1310:12 amMDW - BDL
1 stop25h 29mFrontier
Sun 11/161:36 pmBDL - MDW
1 stop19h 56mFrontier
Deal found 10/13$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1312:17 pmORD - BDL
1 stop29h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/167:39 pmBDL - ORD
2 stops42h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/210:12 amMDW - BDL
1 stop25h 29mFrontier
Mon 11/107:36 pmBDL - MDW
2 stops42h 05mFrontier
Deal found 10/15$183
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:45 amORD - BDL
1 stop8h 11mDelta
Sun 11/165:30 amBDL - ORD
1 stop5h 31mDelta
Deal found 10/16$187
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:00 amMDW - BDL
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Sun 11/165:30 amBDL - MDW
1 stop4h 24mDelta
Deal found 10/15$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/131:50 pmORD - BDL
1 stop8h 44mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/147:36 pmBDL - ORD
1 stop15h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$192
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1310:12 amMDW - BDL
1 stop25h 29mFrontier
Sat 11/1511:13 amBDL - MDW
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
Deal found 10/16$192
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/49:35 amMDW - BDL
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Tue 11/116:05 amBDL - MDW
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Deal found 10/14$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/141:37 pmMDW - BDL
1 stop19h 40mFrontier
Sun 11/161:36 pmBDL - MDW
1 stop19h 56mFrontier
Deal found 10/15$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/210:12 amMDW - BDL
1 stop25h 29mFrontier
Sat 11/811:13 amBDL - MDW
1 stop8h 26mFrontier
Deal found 10/15$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:34 pmORD - BDL
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/161:33 pmBDL - ORD
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$200

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Hartford that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Hartford that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Hartford

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoHartford

ORD - BDL

ORDBDL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

6:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sun 11/16

5:30 am-10:01 am

1 stop5h 31m

$187

ChicagoHartford

ORD - BDL

ORDBDL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

5:50 am-1:18 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sun 2/1

5:40 am-9:35 am

1 stop4h 55m

$197

ChicagoHartford

MDW - BDL

MDWBDL

Chicago Midway

Tue 11/4

9:35 am-4:09 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Tue 11/11

6:05 am-1:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$197

ChicagoHartford

ORD - BDL

ORDBDL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/20

11:04 am-2:19 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sun 2/22

6:10 am-8:02 am

Nonstop2h 52m

$202

ChicagoHartford

MDW - BDL

MDWBDL

Chicago Midway

Fri 10/31

5:00 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sun 11/2

5:15 am-6:45 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$202

ChicagoHartford

ORD - BDL

ORDBDL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

8:58 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Tue 11/11

6:10 am-8:02 am

Nonstop2h 52m

$225

ChicagoHartford

ORD - BDL

ORDBDL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

8:58 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sat 11/15

10:34 am-1:55 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$235

ChicagoHartford

MDW - BDL

MDWBDL

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/15

6:48 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop3h 34m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Tue 11/18

5:30 am-8:54 am

1 stop4h 24m

$235

ChicagoHartford

MDW - BDL

MDWBDL

Chicago Midway

Fri 11/14

7:25 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sun 11/16

5:15 am-6:45 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$240

ChicagoHartford

ORD - BDL

ORDBDL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

11:01 am-2:11 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sun 11/16

6:10 am-8:02 am

Nonstop2h 52m

$240

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Hartford in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Hartford flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Hartford flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Hartford flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Hartford flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Hartford flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Hartford

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Hartford from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Hartford

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Hartford?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Hartford. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Hartford is 64 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Hartford?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Hartford (average of $23). Flying from Chicago to Hartford in March is currently the most expensive (average of $298). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to BDL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Hartford. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Hartford in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Hartford?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Hartford. Price data was last updated on October 12, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Hartford flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Hartford

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Hartford. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated October 16, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to BDL are scheduled on a Monday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Hartford

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hartford. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Hartford. Reviews last updated October 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago to Hartford to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,137 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Hartford. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Hartford from Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Hartford from Chicago, you will be flying to Bradley Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Hartford Bradley Intl (BDL) is located 11.9 mi from the center of Hartford. There are 20 flights from Chicago to Bradley Intl per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Hartford?

    Departing from Chicago to Hartford will take you 2h. There are 773 mi between Chicago and Hartford. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Hartford round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Hartford round-trip from $188. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $197, and United Airlines, from $208. American Airlines is priced at 47% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Hartford one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $99. Users have also found prices from $108 and $137 on United Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Hartford?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Hartford consider choosing Republic Airways (93%), Air New Zealand (86%) or Alaska Airlines (80%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Hartford?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Hartford is $88. On average you can expect to pay $294. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Hartford Bradley Intl), can usually be booked for $157.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Hartford that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Hartford flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Hartford?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Hartford.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Hartford?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Hartford by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Hartford?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Hartford (average of $23). Flying from Chicago to Hartford in March is currently the most expensive (average of $298). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Hartford

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Hartford. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$197Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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