The single terminal handles domestic connections to major cities of the northern Midwest.
Access point to Fargo, the most populous city in North Dakota, made famous by the eponymous Coen Brothers film.
How to get to Hector International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to FAR
Parking near Hector International Airport
Parking in multi-story structures near the terminal costs approximately 10-18 USD per day.
How to get to Fargo from FAR
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Hector International Airport
Each major car rental company has a counter inside the terminal.
Bring your driver's license, passport, and credit card in the driver's name; in winter, check whether winter tires are necessary, given North Dakota's harsh climate.
Hotels near Hector International Airport
Airport area and Fargodome
free shuttle and 4 minutes by car from the terminal
Best for: those with a dawn flight or a single overnight layover who want to stay minutes from the terminal
- free airport shuttle
- right across from the Fargodome, handy on event days
- an area with no restaurants or bars within walking distance
- a car is needed to reach downtown or West Acres
Recommended hotels
Downtown and Broadway
about 10 minutes by car from the terminal, no direct shuttle
Best for: those who want the Fargo Theatre, Broadway's bars and the historic downtown's restaurants
- Broadway's restaurants and evening spots just steps away
- downtown's historic buildings, an alternative to the chain hotels on the outskirts
- fewer properties with a free airport shuttle
- hotel parking is often paid
Recommended hotels
- Hotel Donaldson a boutique hotel in an 1894 historic building in the heart of downtown, the most highly rated in Fargo View availability
- Radisson Blu Fargo two minutes from the Civic Center, with a free airport shuttle despite its central location View availability
- Jasper Hotel a modern boutique hotel with a rooftop bar, close to the Fargo Theatre and the nightlife area View availability
42nd Street and West Acres area
12-15 minutes by car from the terminal along 42nd Street, some properties with a free shuttle
Best for: those traveling for business or shopping who want shops, chain restaurants and ample parking
- West Acres mall and chain restaurants minutes away
- ample free parking at almost every property
- farther from the terminal than the other areas
- a commercial district, less character than downtown
Recommended hotels
- Hilton Garden Inn Fargo connected to the West Acres convention center, practical for anyone attending events or trade shows View availability
- Delta Hotels by Marriott Fargo free airport shuttle despite the distance, a pool with a slide useful with kids View availability
- Best Western Plus Kelly Inn & Suites a pool with slides and a bowling area, among the best-rated properties in the area View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
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Terminal guide
The terminal is single and serves exclusively domestic routes.
It is customary to arrive 2–2.5 hours in advance for flights.
Map of Hector International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Fargo the city from the movie of the same name?
Yes, made famous by the 1996 Coen brothers film, partly set in the region.
Q. How much does the MATBUS from Fargo Airport cost?
2 USD as of January 1, 2026, up from 1.50 USD; a weekly pass is available for 10 USD.
Q. Does Fargo have very harsh winters?
Yes, among the coldest in the continental United States.
Q. Which MATBUS line serves Fargo Airport?
Route 24.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights