Minneapolis to Arcata Flights

Airports in Minneapolis

The city of Minneapolis is served by the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport. The airport is situated to the southeast of the city. Several domestic airlines and three international airlines serve the airport. Travelers looking for cheap flights from Minneapolis can search for flights from several airlines at once on Orbitz.com, including Air Canada, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and US Airways. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is a joint military-civilian airport. The airport is situated approximately 10 miles from both downtown Saint Paul and downtown Minneapolis.

Parking at Minneapolis Airport

Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport offers a variety of parking options. Covered parking is available for visits lasting more than nine hours at a rate of $8 for the first hour and a daily maximum charge of $22. Value parking is also available at a rate of $8 for the first hour and a daily maximum charge of $16. For visits less than nine hours, short-term parking is available at a rate of $5 for the first hour and up to a maximum of $36 a day.

Transportation at the Minneapolis Airport

Travelers departing from the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport can take advantage of a range of transportation services, including car rental companies, van and shuttle services, and taxi services. Public transportation is also available through the Metro Transit. The public bus service serves the Twin Cities metro area. Taxi service is available to and from the airport. Fares average between $38 and $49 for trips to and from downtown Minneapolis. Fares from downtown St. Paul range between $30 and $37.

Restaurants at the Minneapolis Airport

Several dining options are available at the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, making it easy for travelers to enjoy breakfast and a cup of coffee or a quick snack prior to boarding their flight. Restaurant options include A&W, Burger King, Caribou Coffee, Dunn Bros Coffee, Einstein Bros. Bagels, French Meadow Bakery Cafe, La Brea Bakery Café and Starbucks Coffee. By searching for multiple airlines at once on Orbitz.com, it is easy to find cheap flights from Minneapolis.

Eureka Airport Information

Orbitz.com can help you find cheap flights to Eureka, the California city adjacent to Humboldt Bay on the Redwood Coast. Eureka is a stop on the scenic drive on U.S. Route 101 that connects San Francisco to Oregon. Visitors to Eureka fly into the Eureka/Arcata Airport, located at 3561 Boeing Avenue in McKinleyville, approximately 20 miles north of Eureka. The airport is served by United Express, offering nonstop flights to San Francisco, Sacramento, Portland, Oregon and Crescent City.

Eureka/Arcata Airport Ground Transportation Options

There are a number of ways to get from the Eureka/Arcata Airport to the center of Eureka. The Redwood Transit bus service stops at the airport. If you are traveling light and on a budget, the bus is an option. Plan for the bus trip to take approximately 45 minutes. Taxi service is also available. The 30-minute trip can cost over $50. An economical option is to take the Door-to-Door Airporter Shuttle Service, which transports travelers to area hotels for a small fee. Travelers can also arrange for a hired car or regular airport shuttle service. National, Alamo and Avis car rental companies have outlets at the airport. Alternatively, Orbitz.com can help you arrange a low-cost rental car.

Weather Information for Eureka

Eureka enjoys a Mediterranean climate, so there really isn't a bad time to visit the area. The winters are mild and rainy, while the summers are cool and dry. The average daily temperature is 55°F. Average high temperatures can reach 65°F in June, July and August and average low temperatures drop to 40°F in January and February.

Popular Attractions in the Eureka Area

Popular things to do in Eureka include Paddlefest, the Lost Coast Trail, the Morris Graves Museum and Old Town. Orbitz.com can help you find sales on admission to area attractions and cheap flights to Eureka.