Cheap flights from Hartford (HFD) to Washington (WAS)

The Locks Bradley International (BDL) Airport is only about a 15-minute drive from Hartford, Connecticut. Connecticut Transit buses, along with taxis and shuttles, can take individuals to airport from the downtown area. Flight times are usually just over one hour to Washington Ronald Reagan National (DCA) Airport. Take advantage of the Washington Metrorail to access your accommodations, as well as some of the attractions in the area. Shuttles, buses and taxis are also available.

Attractions and Tips

Washington, DC is filled with locations of historical significance. While the White House may be viewed from a distance, there are other important locations to add to your agenda. To familiarize yourself with the area, take a guided walking tour that will provide you with interesting information along the way. You do not want to miss the Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool, the Capitol Building or the World War II Memorial. The National Gallery of Art is two buildings filled with various artworks from several centuries for you to peruse.

DC can be cold in the wintertime with snow on the ground and a chill in the air. In contrast, summers are hot and humid, with July enduring upward of 60 percent humidity. Consider coming to the area sometime in the spring and fall to enjoy better weather during your sightseeing. Be sure to bring comfortable walking shoes.