"A regional airport serving Connecticut and within reach of the New York area that acts as an alternative departure point; it can offer opportunities for lower-priced or less direct last‑minute flights for travelers who are flexible about which airport they use and willing to accept longer ground connections." - Stefanie Waldek Stefanie Waldek Stefanie Waldek is a space, travel, and design journalist with expertise in aviation, meteorology, and polar regions. She was a former editor at Architectural Digest, TripAdvisor, and ArtNews. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines