Danbury, CT — Ultimate City Guide

Why go

City in Connecticut, United States.
Served by Danbury Municipal Airport (DXR).

History

Danbury is a city in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States, located approximately 50 miles (80 km) northeast of New York City. Danbury's population as of 2020 was 86,518. It is the third-largest city in Western Connecticut, and the seventh-largest city in Connecticut. The city is part of the Western Connecticut Planning Region. Located within the heart of the Housatonic Valley region, the city is a historic commercial hub of western Connecticut, home to many commuters and summer residents from the New York metropolitan area and New England.

Airports

Danbury Municipal Airport (DXR) 2.2 mi to the centre

Danbury, CT, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.

Indoor | Outdoor

Sikorsky Memorial Airport (BDR) 23 mi to the centre

1000 Great Meadow Rd, Stratford, CT 06497 — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.

Indoor | Outdoor

Waterbury Oxford Airport (OXC) 18 mi to the centre

Oxford, CT, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.

Indoor | Outdoor

Flying Ridge Airstrip 8.6 mi to the centre

Newtown, CT, US

Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season

May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season

April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding

Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Danbury Municipal Airport (DXR); 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Danbury, CT. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.