# BRD — Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport > Machine-readable reference for BRD. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/brd HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/brd Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/brd.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/BRD.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-04T08:27:53.216+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport - IATA: BRD - ICAO: KBRD - City: Brainerd - Country: US (US) - Timezone: America/Chicago - Distance from city: 3 nautical miles (6 km) northeast of the central business district of Brainerd - Runways: 2 - Terminals: 1 - Official website: https://brainerdairport.com ## Overview Welcome Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) stands out as a unique gem among US commercial airports, not least because it offers free parking for up to 45 days. Positioned just steps from the terminal entrance, this perk simplifies airport logistics for local and visiting travelers heading to Minnesota’s picturesque lake resorts. BRD's atmosphere is more akin to a small-town fixed-base operator (FBO) than a bustling metropolitan hub. The welcoming staff and TSA agents are often commended for their personable and flexible service, echoing the airport's small-town charm. At a glance Situated 3 nautical miles northeast of Brainerd’s central business district, BRD serves as a gateway to the idyllic Lakes Area. With a single terminal hosting 30 gates, the airport offers flights primarily operated by Delta Air Lines/SkyWest Airlines, connecting heavily to Minneapolis. Ground transportation options include on-site rental cars, local taxi services with fares ranging from $15 to $25 to Brainerd/Baxter, and Crow Wing County Transit. Terminals & layout BRD's main terminal houses all operational facilities within one compact area, easing navigation for travelers. Despite having 30 gates, the… ## Terminals (1) - **Main Terminal** — 30 gates · airlines: Delta Air Lines, SkyWest Airlines URL: https://airport.flights/airport/brd/terminals/1 ## Dining (2) - **The Airport Restaurant** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/brd/restaurants/the-airport-restaurant - **Wings Airport Café** — Main Terminal · American · Diner · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/brd/restaurants/wings-airport-caf ## Lounges (1) - **NorthPoint Aviation** — access: GA FBO lounge access URL: https://airport.flights/airport/brd/lounges/northpoint-aviation ## Parking (3) - **Long-Term Parking Lot** — Surface lot · Adjacent to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/brd/parking/long-term-parking-lot - **Main Parking Lot** — Free short-term and long-term URL: https://airport.flights/airport/brd/parking/main-parking-lot - **Short-Term Parking Lot** — Surface lot · Adjacent to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/brd/parking/short-term-parking-lot ## Ground transport (8) - **Crow Wing County Transit** — Bus/van transit URL: https://airport.flights/airport/brd/transport/crow-wing-county-transit - **Executive Express Shuttle to Minneapolis–St. Paul** — Shuttle · Approximately 2.5–3 hours to MSP · Scheduled departures URL: https://airport.flights/airport/brd/transport/executive-express-shuttle-to-minneapolis-st-paul - **Local Hotel Courtesy Shuttles** — Shuttle · 10–25 min to nearby hotels · Free · By reservation URL: https://airport.flights/airport/brd/transport/local-hotel-courtesy-shuttles - **Local Taxi Companies from Curbside** — Taxi · 10–20 min to downtown Brainerd · On demand URL: https://airport.flights/airport/brd/transport/local-taxi-companies-from-curbside - **Local Taxi Operators** — Taxi · 10-20 min ride to Brainerd/Baxter once in the cab; 0-30 min potential wait depending on whether you pre-booked · $15-25 from BRD to Brainerd/Baxter (reported in user reviews; exact meter rates vary by operator) URL: https://airport.flights/airport/brd/transport/local-taxi-operators - **Local Transit Bus Connections (Brainerd/Baxter area)** — Bus · 20–30 min to central Brainerd URL: https://airport.flights/airport/brd/transport/local-transit-bus-connections-brainerd-baxter-area - **On-site Rental Cars** — Car rental · 10-15 min to pick up keys and exit the airport; ~20-45 min drive to common lake resorts depending on distance URL: https://airport.flights/airport/brd/transport/on-site-rental-cars - **Rideshare Pick-up/Drop-off at Terminal Curb** — Rideshare · 10–20 min to downtown Brainerd · On demand URL: https://airport.flights/airport/brd/transport/rideshare-pick-up-drop-off-at-terminal-curb ## Insider tips - _Money_: Parking is free for up to 45 days directly at the airport, literally steps from the terminal doors. This is highlighted as a key feature on their "Fly BRD" page. - _Time_: Allocate about 90 minutes before departure for baggage check-in, as advised by BRD's own recommendation due to potential delays with staffing. - _Local_: Consider dining off-site if possible, as the airport restaurant’s hours are limited and tied to the flight schedule. - _Avoid_: Don't rely on finding a rideshare at the curb; ground transport is best arranged in advance given the limited on-demand options. - _Insider_: The compact terminal and proximity to parking make BRD an ideal meeting point for groups heading to the lakes for a weekend. - _Quiet_: Despite its small size, BRD's terminal offers excellent opportunities for plane spotting from its waiting area. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/BRD.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/brd/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/brd/departures — HTML page with live departures