Gateway to Minnesota's premier lakes and resort country.
Location
Brainerd, United States
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD/KBRD) is a public-use airport serving the Brainerd Lakes Area in central Minnesota, United States. It is owned and operated by the City of Brainerd and provides commercial and general aviation services to the surrounding resort and recreational region.
The airport sits at an elevation of approximately 1,232 feet above mean sea level and features two runways. It serves as an important access point for tourists visiting the numerous lakes, resorts, and recreational destinations in the region, including the famed Brainerd International Raceway.
Commercial service at the airport has varied over the years, with scheduled airline service connecting the area to major hub airports. The facility also supports significant general aviation traffic, particularly during summer months when tourism in the lakes region peaks.
Terminals
The airport has a single terminal building handling both commercial and general aviation passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include rental cars and taxi services connecting the airport to Brainerd and surrounding lake communities.
Airlines here
SkyWest Airlines has operated service at BRD on behalf of regional partners, providing connections to larger hub airports.
Notable facts
- ›Located approximately 130 miles north of Minneapolis–Saint Paul.
- ›Serves a region known for over 460 lakes within a short driving distance.
- ›The airport supports significant seasonal traffic tied to summer tourism and fishing.
- ›Brainerd International Raceway, a major motorsports venue, is located near the airport.
- ›The airport has two runways, with the primary runway measuring around 6,500 feet in length.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
