Minneapolis to Fort Myers 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.

Fort Myers Airport

The Southwest Florida International Airport is located on Terminal Access Road and provides service to more than 7 million people who traveled by air in 2011. Whether you are planning a vacation or a business trip, Orbitz.com can help find the best deals on cheap flights to Fort Myers by comparing the airfare of several airlines at once. Airlines serving Southwest Florida International include Air Berlin, Air Canada, AirTran, American, Cape Air, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit, Sun Country, United, US Airways, and WestJet.

Transportation From the Airport

Ground transportation from the airport to your hotel or destination is provided by taxi, shuttle bus, rental car, and a public bus. With Orbitz.com, you can purchase some of these services at the same time you purchase your air ticket, saving even more. Taxi fares from Southwest Florida International are determined by the zone destination rather than by meters as they are at most airports. Taxi service to Fort Myers will cost $30 for three passengers. The LeeTran public bus offers an all-day pass for $3.50 to travel around the city.

Fort Myers Weather

The weather in Fort Myers ranges from the low 90s during the summer and mid-70s in the winter. The city receives plenty of rainfall each year, with the highest precipitation occurring from June to September.

Fort Myers Attractions

Fort Myers offers many activities for families, including beaches, golf courses, museums, water parks, and plenty more. Check with orbitz.com when searching for cheap flights to Fort Myers to find attractions, activities, and discounts on travel.