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Flying Cloud Airport

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Approximate Flight Duration

1 hour 50 min

Approximate Travel Distance

1556 Km

Cheapest Richmond to Minneapolis Flight Tickets

American Airlines
23 Dec, Mon
05:00 AM
Richmond - Minneapolis
1 stop
5h 10m
RIC-MSP
14.744 TL
American Airlines
Delta Air Lines
4 Jan, Sat
06:00 AM
Richmond - Minneapolis
Non-stop
3h 13m
RIC-MSP
15.778 TL
Delta Air Lines
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Transportation to Airport from Richmond City Center

Richmond Intl. Airport

You can get on a taxi or benefit from other alternatives such as bus or car rental for travelling to Richmond International Airport from the city center. There are a few kilometers between the airport and city center. If you want a more comfortable and luxurious vehicle, you can rent a limousine. If you need a larger vehicle for travelling to Richmond International Airport, you can make a reservation for a private airport shuttle. Whichever alternative you choose, you can reach the airport in a short time. Since the distance is close, you will be at Richmond International Airport in a few minutes.

Car Rental

Passengers, who want to rent a car in Richmond, can rent a car by visiting one of the car rental companies such as Enterprise, Avis, Dollar, Payless, National, Alamo, Budget and Hertz. Renting a car in the city is very easy and it takes only a few minutes to complete the procedure. In this way, you can receive your without losing time and take the road to Richmond International Airport in a comfortable and fast way. Since the distance between the airport and city center is close, passengers can easily reach the airport without getting lost. In addition, Richmond International Airport has a very large parking lot and if you wish, you can park your car here for a while. If you rent a car from a company that has an office at the airport, you can easily leave your car at the airport and continue your journey without any trouble. Alamo, Budget and Hertz are among the car rental companies having offices at the airport. You can call 804-222-7477 for Alamo, 804-222-2491 for Budget and 804-222-7228 for Hertz.

Private Shuttle

Companies like James River Transportation offer private shuttle service for those who want a comfortable transportation to the airport from the city center. The capacities and features of these vehicles can vary depending on the expectations of the passengers. You can select a luxury vehicle or reduce your transportation cost by choosing a more budget-friendly vehicle with a few passengers.

Taxi

For travelling to Richmond Airport from the city, you can choose one of the taxi companies offering service in the region. Taxis carry passengers to Richmond International Airport by picking them up from their locations. In addition, it is possible to reach the airport in a shorter time compared to other alternatives such as bus and shuttle. You can call 804-247-3186 for Mini Taxicab taxis and 804-560-4408 for Galaxy Cab Co taxis.

Bus

Those, who prefer travelling to the airport from Richmond city center by bus, can reach the terminal after a longer but more affordable travel. Bus is among the most preferred transportation alternatives for travelling between the city center and Richmond International Airport. You can get information about the departure hours of the buses by calling 804-358-4782.

Limousine

Limousines, which are commonly preferred for the transportations to airports from centers in many cities of the country, are among the alternatives that you can use for travelling to Richmond International Airport. The cost of this option is higher compared to bus and taxi but it is much more comfortable. You can get in contact with one of the limousine rental companies before your flight and have a comfortable transportation to the airport from the city center. You can call 804-301-5690 for Classic Limousine Service, 804-368-3186 for Spirit Limousine Service, 804-264-1129 for Stewart's Limousine and 804-273-1540 for James Limousine.

Parking Lot Shuttle

Passengers, who leave their cars in the parking lot of the airport, can reach the airport terminal by using the parking lot shuttles departing every 15 minutes.

Airport Information

At Richmond International Airport, there are more than 15 cafes and restaurants as well as stores and lounges offering service for the guests of the airport. You can buy magazines, newspapers, books or toys from the stores such as Hudson News, Discover Virginia, Hudson Booksellers and KidsWorks. The stores at Richmond International Airport generally open at 04:30 am. If you are hungry or want to drink something before leaving the airport, you can visit one of the cafes and restaurants like Club Level Grill, Cheeburger Cheeburger, Cross Grain, Caribou Coffee and Applebee's To Go.

Transportation to Minneapolis City Center from Airport

Minneapolis Saint Paul Intl. Airport

Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is the primary airport serving the state of Minnesota, having handled over 36 million passengers in 2015. The airport is about 15 km from downtown Minneapolis and is one of the largest airports in the United States. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport operates passenger services out of 2 terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport provides passengers with a variety of services and amenities to meet their pre-flight and post-flight needs.

There are a variety of transportation alternatives available for passengers to get to the city center from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport. First and foremost are taxis. Taxis are readily available at every hour of the day. Shuttles are another alternative as they provide practical and affordable service to every part of the city and surrounding areas. Renting a car is an ideal option for those who want to explore Minneapolis and neighboring cities. Like most places in the United States, there is a significant distance between cities so renting a car is the best alternative to getting around. However, if you want a transportation alternative that is more economical when traveling to other cities around Minneapolis then the bus is the best choice.

If you want a more luxurious method of transportation to get to the city center from the airport then you can book a limousine car service. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is a bike friendly airport, featuring special parking areas for bicycles so that cyclists can comfortably access the airport. Cyclists can get on the light rail and city bus service with their bicycle when needed. There are designated bike paths that cyclists can follow to get to and from the airport by bike.

The Lindbergh Ground Transportation Information Desk, located at Terminal 1, provides information on how to get to the city center and surrounding areas 24 hours a day. 

Bus

After landing at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport you can easily take city buses to get to downtown Minneapolis. The bus is a convenient and affordable transportation alternative. Buses depart from in front of Terminal 1-Lindergh Transit Center. Passengers landing at Terminal 1 just need to head to the terminal exit and stay on Level 1. Passengers landing at Terminal 2 need to take the inter-terminal transportation to Terminal 1 to access the city buses. For more detailed information on bus routes and fares please visit Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport’s website or call 612-341-4287.

Another bus service that operates from the airport is the Jerrson Lines/Greyhound bus service. These buses provide transportation to locations in Minnesota and Iowa, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and South Dakota. These buses are accessible at Terminal 1- Lindergh Transit Center. There is no bus service at Terminal 2; passengers who land at Terminal 2 must make their way to Terminal 1 to access this bus service.

Another bus service that passengers can use to get to the city center from the airport are charter buses. Charter buses are a great option for large groups. Charter buses pick up passengers at the Terminal 1-Lindbergh Transit Center. For more information you can visit the information desk at the airport or make a reservation in advance online.  

Rental Car

Renting a car is one of the most preferred methods of transportation in Minneapolis, and most cities in the United States. Renting a car is a great way to get around in the city during your trip. If you’re planning on visiting other cities nearby then keep in mind the that the distance between cities can be vast. So traveling between cities by car will take some time. Nevertheless, there are various rental car companies located at the airport. The drive to the city center is relatively easy, just follow the signs.

Rental car companies are located in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. At Terminal 1, rental car companies are located on the 2nd and 3rd level, between the Blue and Red parking ramps. At Terminal 2, rental car companies are located in the Ground Transportation Center. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty. Some of the rental car companies are open 24 hours, others are open from 5 am or 6 am to 11 pm or midnight.

You can return your vehicle to the rental car office located in the city center or at the airport before your departure if you are flying out of Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport at the end of your trip. If you want to return your vehicle to a different location make sure to discuss this with the rental car company in advance.

Hotel Shuttles

There are many hotels in the city that provide guests with shuttle services from the airport to the city center. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city center from the airport by shuttle. Hotel shuttle services are a very practical and reliable form of transportation. First you have to find out if your hotel provides such services and then arrange your reservation ahead of time. Hotels in the area that provide airport shuttle services include Super 8, Hilton, Marriott, Radisson Blu and Ramada.

Rail

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport is by light rail. The light rail system provides transportation from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to the city center. Trains depart from both terminals at the airport and run to downtown Minneapolis, stopping at other destinations along the way. The train from the airport to Mall of America takes about 12 minutes and the train from the airport to downtown Minneapolis takes about 25 minutes.

Trains run every 10-15 minutes during the day and every 10 minutes during peak hours. Compared to other forms of transportation the light rail system is significantly cheaper. Tickets range between $2-3 depending on whether or not you’re traveling during peak hours. You can purchase tickets for the light rail from automated machines at the stations. For more detailed information please visit Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport’s website.

Taxi

Another comfortable and practical transportation alternative to get to the city center from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is by taxi. Taxis are readily available at the airport and accessible at the terminal exits. At Terminal 1, also known as Lindbergh, follow the signs that read ‘taxi’. At Terminal 2, also known as Humphrey, taxis are accessible from the Ground Transport Center. If you have excess luggage or are traveling with children you can ask staff members at the airport for assistance. The trip from the airport to downtown Minneapolis takes about 20-25 minutes by taxi and costs around 40-50 USD.

Shuttle Services

Several companies provide shared ride services and scheduled shuttle services from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to the city center. These shuttle services are a comfortable and reliable transportation alternative, especially for those traveling in large groups or with excess luggage. These companies provide bus, van, and limousine services to the city.

The overall rates for these shuttle services are higher when compared to public transportation alternatives and taxis. Rates will vary depending on the vehicle you choose, the number of total passengers, and your destination in the city. Shuttle services from the airport to downtown Minneapolis take about 30 minutes.

Reservations for these services are highly recommended. There are ticket counters located at the Ground Transportation Atrium at Terminal 1-Lindbergh. These shuttle services are also a great option if you’re traveling to other cities from the airport. Companies that provide these services include Executive Express, GO Carefree Shuttle, and Lakes Express.

For more detailed contact information on companies that provide scheduled services please visit Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport’s website. You can find out detailed information regarding rates and routes directly from the company you choose to use. 

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