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Bemidji Regional Airport

Bemidji, United States

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Bemidji Regional Airport

Bemidji, United States
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Northern Minnesota's gateway serving the Bemidji lake country region.

Location
Bemidji, United States
Bemidji Regional Airport (BJI/KBJI) is a public-use airport located approximately 3 miles south of Bemidji, Minnesota, in the northern part of the state. It serves as the primary commercial air gateway for the Bemidji area, which is known as the "First City on the Mississippi" and a hub for outdoor recreation, tourism, and Bemidji State University. The airport is owned by the City of Bemidji and receives federal Essential Air Service (EAS) subsidies, which help maintain scheduled commercial airline service to the region. It handles a modest volume of passengers annually, supplemented by general aviation activity including charter, cargo, and recreational flying.
Terminals
The airport features a single small terminal building adequate for its regional passenger volume.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include rental cars and limited taxi or rideshare services connecting the airport to downtown Bemidji.
Airlines here
SkyWest Airlines, operating as United Express, has provided service to Bemidji, connecting the city to hub airports such as Chicago O'Hare.
Notable facts
  • ›Bemidji Regional Airport receives Essential Air Service (EAS) funding to maintain scheduled commercial service.
  • ›The airport elevation is approximately 1,391 feet above mean sea level.
  • ›It features two runways serving both commercial and general aviation traffic.
  • ›The airport is located in Beltrami County in northern Minnesota.
  • ›Bemidji is known as a gateway to Minnesota's lake district and Chippewa National Forest.
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Gateway to Minnesota's North Woods and pristine lake country

Bemidji Regional Airport serves the small city of Bemidji in northern Minnesota, a community known as the first city on the Mississippi River. The airport has provided essential air connectivity to this remote region for decades, linking residents and visitors to major hub cities. It plays a vital role in supporting tourism, healthcare access, and commerce across the surrounding lake-rich wilderness.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single compact terminal handling all commercial and general aviation operations with basic passenger amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Rental cars available on-site (Hertz, Avis)
  • Taxi and local cab services
  • Rideshare services (limited availability)
  • Personal vehicle pickup and drop-off
Nearby Hotels
  • Hampton Inn Bemidji
  • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bemidji
  • AmericInn by Wyndham Bemidji
  • Comfort Inn Bemidji
Dining

Dining options inside the airport are limited to a small café or vending area given its regional scale. The city of Bemidji, just a short drive away, offers a variety of local restaurants, diners, and lakeside eateries. Visitors are advised to plan meals before or after reaching the terminal rather than relying on airport food service.

Traveller Tips
  • Book rental cars well in advance, especially during summer tourist season and ice fishing winter months.
  • Check flight status carefully as northern Minnesota weather can cause delays, particularly in winter.
  • Arrive early — the airport is small but security and check-in can still have wait times during peak travel.
  • Bemidji is known for outdoor recreation; pack appropriately for the season as temperatures vary dramatically year-round.
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Encyclopaedia

Bemidji Regional Airport is three miles northwest of Bemidji, in Beltrami County, Minnesota, United States. It is owned by the city of Bemidji and Beltrami County.

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