The airport's traffic is largely linked to patients and visitors of the Mayo Clinic, one of the world's most renowned medical centers.
Gateway to Rochester, Minnesota, home to the renowned Mayo Clinic, one of the world's most renowned medical centers.
How to get to Rochester International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to RST
Parking near Rochester International Airport
Multi-level parking garages are located adjacent to the terminal, with daily rates ranging approximately from 12 to 20 USD.
How to get to Rochester (MN) from RST
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Rochester International Airport
All major car rental brands have a desk in the terminal.
Basic documents are driver's license, passport and credit card; in winter experience driving on snow and ice may be required.
Hotels near Rochester International Airport
Downtown and the Mayo Clinic campus
The airport is about a 15-minute drive away; there is no dedicated public shuttle, so you need a taxi, rideshare or a booked transfer.
Best for: anyone with early-morning appointments who wants to reach the clinic on foot or via skyway
- Direct connection on foot or via skyway/underpass to the Mayo buildings
- Downtown restaurants and shops reachable without a car
- Parking is almost always paid
- Higher prices during weeks with major medical conferences
Recommended hotels
Saint Marys and 16th Street SW
About 15 minutes from the airport; a free local shuttle serves the Saint Marys campus and downtown.
Best for: anyone being seen at the Mayo Clinic's Saint Marys campus, further west of downtown
- Free shuttle dedicated to the Saint Marys campus
- Newer hotels, with in-room kitchens for longer stays
- The historic center is not within walking distance
- Still need transportation for the main downtown clinic
Recommended hotels
South area toward the airport
Along US-63 south of the city, a few minutes from the airport; free shuttle to the Mayo Clinic.
Best for: anyone looking for lower prices who doesn't need to stay close to downtown
- More affordable prices than downtown
- Free shuttle all the way to the Mayo Clinic despite the distance
- No bars or restaurants within walking distance
- A vehicle is always needed for any trip
Recommended hotels
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Terminal guide
The single terminal handles domestic flights, with traffic largely related to Mayo Clinic patients and visitors.
Better not to risk it: 2-2.5 hours advance for flights is the safest choice.
Map of Rochester International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Rochester Airport close to the Mayo Clinic?
Yes, one of the main sources of traffic to the airport is patients and visitors of the famous clinic.
Q. How much does the RPT bus cost from the airport?
1 USD per ride (Route 5, connecting the airport to downtown; the on-demand RPT GO service is also available).
Q. Are there dedicated shuttles for the Mayo Clinic?
Yes, several shuttle services connect the airport directly to the clinic.
Q. How do you pay for the RPT bus?
In cash onboard or through the RPT Mobile Fare app.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
