DEN (Denver) to BDL (Hartford) flights arrive on time 72% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 75%. The average delay is 60 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.DEN → BDL
DEN (Denver) to BDL (Hartford)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 72% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
United Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 75% on time vs Southwest Airlines at 60%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 75% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 60%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from DEN
78% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DEN has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~21 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at BDL
78% on timeWhen flights into BDL are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at BDL: TSA is ~19 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.