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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.

Rochester Airport Information

The Greater Rochester International Airport serves the city of Rochester, New York. It sits roughly five miles from the heart of downtown, at 1200 Brooks Avenue. The airport sees more than 2.5 million passengers, and Orbitz.com makes it easy to book your flights to Rochester. Seven major airlines fly in and out of Rochester, including Air Canada, AirTran, American, Delta, United and US Airways. The powerful Orbitz.com search engine scans flight information for multiple airlines at one time, and Orbitz.com can find flight arrangements to fit the budget of any travel planner.

Transportation in Rochester

Most visitors to Rochester get a ride from the airport or rent a car. When you research your flights to Rochester, Orbitz.com can also provide information about renting a car. Multiple car rental companies, including Avid, Budget and Enterprise, have rental desks at the Greater Rochester International Airport. Taxi and limousine services can be arranged in Rochester if you choose not to rent a car, and many area hotels provide a shuttle for rides to and from the airport.

Weather in Rochester

Its location in northwestern New York makes Rochester a prime target for major winter blizzards. Annual snowfall can reach as high 100 inches, so be prepared for snow and cold when you schedule flights to Rochester during the winter. Rochester summers are relatively mild, with highs around 80° F and lows in the 60s.

Rochester Attractions and Sights

Although it's not a tourist haven, Rochester features some interesting attractions for visitors. Lake Ontario offers a relaxing beachfront, and the George Eastman House gives you a glimpse of the city's historic place in the world of cameras and photography. A visit to Highland Park to see the infamous lilacs is an absolute must if you visit in the spring, and few things offer a better taste of local culture than going to Nick Tahou's for a legendary garbage plate. No doubt you will enjoy all Rochester has to offer, and remember to book your flights to Rochester with Orbitz.com.