Why go
- City in Connecticut, United States.
- Served by Waterbury Oxford Airport (OXC).
History
Waterbury is a city in the U.S. state of Connecticut. Waterbury had a population of 114,403 as of the 2020 Census. The city is 33 miles (53 km) southwest of Hartford and 77 miles (124 km) northeast of New York City. Waterbury is the largest city in the Naugatuck Valley Planning Region and second-largest city in New Haven County.
Restaurants & places to go
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Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 1 direct destination
- American Airlines AA (Dash 8-300) · 1 route: Philadelphia
- US Airways US (DH8) · 1 route: Philadelphia*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Waterbury Oxford Airport (OXC); 4 other airports serve 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 Waterbury, CT. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.