Airports Near Waterbury
The closest airports to Waterbury, Connecticut: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Waterbury, Connecticut is Waterbury Oxford Airport (OXC), about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Bradley International Airport (BDL).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OXC | Waterbury Oxford AirportOxford, United States | 7 mi / 11 km | 23 min | Regional |
| HVN | Tweed New Haven AirportNew Haven, United States | 22 mi / 36 km | 43 min | Regional |
| HFD | Hartford Brainard AirportHartford, United States | 24 mi / 39 km | 47 min | Regional |
| DXR | Danbury Municipal AirportDanbury, United States | 25 mi / 41 km | 49 min | Regional |
| BDR | Igor I Sikorsky Memorial AirportBridgeport, United States | 27 mi / 44 km | 53 min | Regional |
| BDL | Bradley International AirportHartford, United States | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | International |
| POU | Hudson Valley Regional AirportPoughkeepsie, United States | 43 mi / 70 km | 1 hr 18 min | Regional |
| BAF | Westfield-Barnes Regional AirportWestfield/Springfield, United States | 45 mi / 72 km | 1 hr 20 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Waterbury Oxford Airport (OXC) is the most convenient at about 7 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Bradley International Airport (BDL) (32 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Waterbury. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with OXC.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near OXC saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Other cities these airports serve
Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Waterbury is Waterbury Oxford Airport (OXC), about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road.