Single-terminal regional airport serving Brainerd and the Brainerd Lakes area in central Minnesota. The airport handles both seasonal scheduled flights and general aviation traffic, and it is not a major hub.
Getting to and From Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) #
The drive to Brainerd town center or nearby resorts is typically 10-20 minutes depending on destination.
- Rental car: On-site rental agencies are the most flexible option for reaching lakeside resorts.
- Shuttle / Taxi: Shuttle services to major resorts are common in high season; taxis and rideshares are available but may be limited at off-peak times.
- Public transit: No rail links; local buses may serve limited routes.
Facilities at Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) #
The terminal provides basic passenger services including ticketing, baggage claim, rental-car counters and limited food concessions. Expect short walks between parking and the terminal; lounge options are minimal.
Tips for Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport #
- Reserve a rental car before peak summer season - the Brainerd lakes area is busy in summer.
- If heading to lake resorts, check shuttle or resort transfer options in advance - taxis can be limited.
- Arrival and departure flows are straightforward; expect short walks between curb and terminal.
Weather & Climate near Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport #
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -19°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (687 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -19° - -7° | -19° | 19 mm | partly cloudy | 91% | 2.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -16° - -3° | -15° | 15 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 3.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.2h |
| March | Acceptable | -9° - 3° | -7° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.3 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | -1° - 12° | 3° | 56 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.6 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.4h |
| May | Good | 6° - 20° | 13° | 76 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.8h |
| June | Very Good | 11° - 25° | 18° | 103 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.0 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Very Good | 14° - 27° | 21° | 101 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 2.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 26° | 19° | 87 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 2.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Very Good | 8° - 20° | 14° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 3.0 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 2° - 13° | 5° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.2 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Acceptable | -6° - 3° | -6° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -15° - -5° | -16° | 20 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |