Traveling from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Brainerd Airport (BRD): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brainerd Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour.
Take your pick of 12 weekly Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brainerd Airport flights. The 08:55 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest flight available. Delta Air Lines operates the last service of the day at 16:45.
To ensure you catch your MSP to BRD flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Delta offers direct flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brainerd Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Brainerd — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
Delta has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering MSP to BRD flights is Delta. Its services arrive as scheduled 76.19% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Brainerd Airport (BRD)
AED 337 is currently the best price for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brainerd Airport flight. Return flights start from AED 538. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MSP to BRD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brainerd Airport.
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Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of all flights departing from Minneapolis St Paul Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis St Paul Airport is around 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near MSP? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brainerd Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Brainerd Airport (BRD)
Stay moments from the runway if you're touching down on a late Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brainerd Airport flight. Ice Fishing On-Site! Brainerd Cabin on Rice Lake is a comfortable option near BRD. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Hike, Fish & Boat: Waterfront Home in Brainerd! before heading to your final destination.
When to fly to Brainerd Airport (BRD)
Plan your trip to Brainerd during the high season if you prefer a busier atmosphere, but keep in mind prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brainerd Airport in the low season for a more laid-back experience overall.
Before locking in your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brainerd Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Brainerd, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSP to BRD in January. Average temperatures are between -21ºC (-6ºF) and -4ºC (25ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Brainerd has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 177 kilometers south-east of Brainerd, a visit to Minneapolis will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Walker Art Center, Minneapolis Institute of Art and Minnehaha Regional Park.
Saint Paul is another standout destination in the United States and is around 177 kilometers south-east of Brainerd. No journey is complete without experiencing Cathedral of St. Paul, Como Park and Ordway Center for the Performing Arts.
