Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis - St. Paul (MSP) to Rock Springs (RKS)

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.

Rock Springs-Sweetwater County Airport

Rock Springs is a small western town in Sweetwater County, Wyoming. The laid-back atmosphere, natural sand dunes and the rich history of the town fuel Rock Spring's tourism. You can book direct flights to Rock Springs, Wyoming, through Orbitz.com. Sweetwater is served by the Rock Springs-Sweetwater County Airport, a public airport just eight miles east of the central business district of Rock Springs. Although the airport is primarily used for general aviation, two airlines, Delta Connections and United Express, offer passenger services at this airport. Tickets to these airlines can be reserved in advance at Orbitz.com.

Transportation from Rock Springs-Sweetwater County Airport

Ground transportation can be arranged through Orbitz.com prior to arriving at the airport. You can also arrange for car rental services with the airport's official car rental companies, including Avis Rent A Car, Hertz and Enterprise Car Rental.

Weather in Rock Springs

Rock Springs has snowy, cold winters and warm summers. May is the wettest month of the year, while temperatures from July to August can reach 54°C. However, because Rock Springs is more than 6000 feet above sea level, the weather can be unpredictable. Driving around town can be difficult during winter due to strong wind gusts. It is best to always carry a holiday weather planner and a windbreaker as protection for the occasional strong winds.

Major Attractions in Rock Springs

The Killpecker Sand Dunes, located just a few miles north of Rock Springs, is one of the best recreational sites in Wyoming. It is one of the largest active sand dunes in North America. Popular activities include hiking, biking, hunting and horseback riding. Another major attraction in Rock Springs is the Red Desert. The desert is haven to a wide range of wildlife and vegetation. Tourists have also been able to spot herds of wild horses and observe migratory birds near the ponds formed by melted snow. Check for budget flights to Rock Springs at Orbitz.com.