Rochester International Airport
Your local gateway to the world. Daily nonstop flights to Chicago O'Hare and Minneapolis-St. Paul — just 7 miles south of downtown and 15 minutes from Mayo Clinic.
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The largest carrier at RST with approximately 21 scheduled departures per week. Daily nonstop flights to O'Hare with worldwide connections through AA's Oneworld Alliance network.
Daily nonstop service to MSP with Delta's SkyTeam connections across the U.S. and internationally. Strong option for the Pacific Northwest, Southeast, and transatlantic routes.
Returning to RST on April 30, 2026 with three daily nonstop flights to O'Hare. United's CRJ-550 super-premium regional jet includes First-Class seating, Wi-Fi, personal device streaming, and a self-serve refreshment station — with connections to 183+ worldwide destinations through O'Hare.
Rochester International Airport (RST) — 7600 Helgerson Drive SW, Rochester, MN 55902. Located approximately 7 miles south of downtown Rochester and about 15 minutes from Mayo Clinic's main campus.
Parking at RST
- Location: Lot is directly in front of the terminal — most spaces are just steps from the doors
- First hour free: Ideal for quick pickups and drop-offs
- No reservation needed: Insert credit card at entry or pay inside near baggage claim
- Mayo employees: Badge swipe covers parking on approved Mayo-sponsored trips
- Phone: 507-282-7035
Security & TSA
- TSA PreCheck: Full dedicated PreCheck lane available at RST
- Global Entry: Enrollment available at RST Customs Office on Wednesdays
- Checkpoint hours: Opens 90 minutes before the earliest departure
- Arrival tip: Airlines recommend arriving 90 minutes before your flight
- TSA Cares: Passenger Support Specialists on staff for medical travelers, disabilities, and accessibility needs — call 1-855-787-2227
- Medical implants: Inform TSA officers and carry documentation for pacemakers, joint replacements, or other internal devices
Shuttles & Ground Transport
- Rochester Shuttle Service: $20 for first passenger to any downtown hotel, $10 each additional rider — call 888-998-9098 to book
- Taxi: Reserve in advance — 507-282-8294
- Rideshare (Uber/Lyft): Pickup zone at the curb near ticketing doors
- Rental Cars: Avis, Budget, Enterprise, and Hertz all operate inside the main terminal
- Hotel shuttles: Several area hotels offer complimentary airport shuttle — contact your hotel to confirm and reserve
- Drive time: 15–20 minutes to downtown Rochester
Mayo Clinic Connection
- Distance: 15 minutes from Mayo Clinic main campus — the most accessible way in or out for medical travelers
- Comfort Rooms: Private rooms at RST with a bed or recliner and adjacent restroom for medical travelers and nursing mothers before departure
- Passenger Support: TSA staff trained as Patient Support Specialists to assist patients with special needs during screening
- Mayo badge parking: Mayo employees on approved sponsored travel use badge swipe — no out-of-pocket cost
- MSP Shuttle: Mayo also operates shuttle service between Rochester and Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Hotels Near RST
- Hyatt House Rochester: Free airport shuttle, indoor pool, complimentary buffet breakfast
- AmericInn by Wyndham: Free airport shuttle, indoor pool, hot tub, free breakfast
- Hampton Inn Rochester: Free shuttle service, close to Mayo Clinic campus
- Centerstone Plaza Hotel: 24-hour airport shuttle, indoor pool
- Downtown options: Kahler Grand, Marriott, DoubleTree, Hilton — all connected directly to Mayo Clinic via the indoor skyway system
Terminal Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi: Connect to "RST FREE" throughout the terminal — no password required
- Mini Library: Free books in partnership with Rochester Public Library — take one, leave one, no obligation
- Children's Exhibit: SPARK Children's Museum exhibit on-site for young travelers and families
- Dining: Caribou Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, and Rochester Airport Cafe near baggage claim
- ATMs: Available in the terminal
- Lost & Found: Terminal items — 507-282-2328 ext. 6 | TSA checkpoint items — 507-289-5836
- Wheelchair/Skycap: Curbside assistance — 507-993-8758
RST's Flocal (Fly Local) program encourages Rochester-area travelers to choose their hometown airport. It's not just civic pride — the math often works out.
Save Real Time
Skip the 90-minute drive to MSP and the headache of a major hub. RST means short security lines, easy parking steps from the terminal, and a 15-minute drive from Mayo Clinic.
Do the Real Math
Factor in gas, MSP parking fees ($30–$40/day), and hours of your time. RST's True Cost Calculator at flyrst.com helps you compare honestly before assuming bigger airports mean cheaper flights.
Grow the Airport
Every ticket purchased locally strengthens RST's case for more routes and more airlines. United's return in April 2026 is a direct result of consistent local demand proving the market works.
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