About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bradley International (BDL) to Dublin (DUB)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Windsor Locks to Dublin. While right seats offer good views during takeoff from Bradley, left seats dominate the overall flight experience because the descent and landing into Dublin—the more visually rewarding portion—heavily favors the left side. Dublin Bay, the Irish coastline, and the Wicklow Mountains are all best seen from the left.
What can I see during takeoff from Bradley International in Windsor Locks?
During takeoff from Bradley International (BDL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Connecticut River valley and the rolling terrain of central Connecticut as you climb northeastward. The landscape transitions from suburban development around Bradley to forested hills, giving you a clear sense of the New England topography you're leaving behind. Notable sights include: Connecticut River (flowing south through the frame), central Connecticut forested hills, Hartford metropolitan area (visible to the southwest), Long Island Sound (distant southern horizon).
What can I see when landing at Dublin in Dublin?
When landing at Dublin (DUB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Dublin. You'll see the Irish coastline, Dublin Bay, and the city's urban sprawl along the Liffey estuary as you approach from the east over the Irish Sea. The contrast between the grey-blue water and the green Irish countryside is striking. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay (dark water body with distinctive curved shoreline), Liffey River estuary (winding through central Dublin), Irish Sea (to the east), Dublin city sprawl and Wicklow Mountains (visible to the south as low ridges).
How long is the flight from Windsor Locks to Dublin?
The flight from Bradley International (BDL) to Dublin (DUB) takes Approximately 6 hours 15 minutes to 6 hours 45 minutes.
What does the Windsor Locks to Dublin flight path pass over?
Over the Atlantic, you'll cross the Grand Banks region southeast of Newfoundland (around 5-6 hours into flight). The flight path takes you over open ocean for most of the transatlantic crossing. As you approach Ireland, you'll see the Irish coastline emerge, with County Wicklow's mountains visible to the south of Dublin, and the Mourne Mountains visible in Northern Ireland to the north. The approach to Dublin brings views of the Boyne Valley and the Irish midlands' green pastoral landscape.