Which airlines fly to Brainerd?

Based on our data, the most popular airlines that fly to Brainerd from United States are Delta and Allegiant Air. There may also be other airline options depending on where in United States you’re flying from.

Delta Flights to Brainerd

The most popular airline for flights to Brainerd on momondo is Delta, which operates 3 flights in this direction every week. Most depart out of Minneapolis St Paul, with the best deal for Delta flights to Brainerd being $321 (round-trip, Los Angeles to Brainerd, momondo searches within the last 72 hours). In 8,459 Delta reviews, it is rated 7.9 by momondo users.

How long does it take to fly to Brainerd?

Flight times from United States to Brainerd vary, but if you’re flying out of Los Angeles and flying into Brainerd Crow Wing County (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 22h 06m on average. Another popular route from United States to Brainerd is flying from San Francisco to Brainerd Crow Wing County, which will take roughly 9h 18m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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6:30 am - 10:18 am

ORD

BRD

3h 48m

1 stop

10:55 am - 4:59 pm

BRD

ORD

6h 04m

1 stop

$352Delta

Fri, Jul 17 - Mon, Jul 20

6:24 am - 10:13 am

ORD

BRD

3h 49m

1 stop

6:45 am - 1:04 pm

BRD

ORD

6h 19m

2 stops

$362Delta

Thu, Jun 4 - Sun, Jun 7

11:30 am - 6:55 pm

ORD

BRD

7h 25m

2 stops

10:55 am - 5:17 pm

BRD

ORD

6h 22m

1 stop

$398Delta

Mon, Jul 27 - Sun, Aug 2

6:21 am - 10:13 am

STL

BRD

3h 52m

1 stop

6:45 am - 10:33 am

BRD

STL

3h 48m

1 stop

$412Delta

Sun, Jun 14 - Sun, Jun 21

9:17 am - 6:56 pm

STL

BRD

9h 39m

2 stops

6:45 am - 10:23 am

BRD

STL

3h 38m

1 stop

$422Delta

Thu, Aug 6 - Sun, Aug 9

6:30 am - 10:13 am

ORD

BRD

3h 43m

1 stop

10:55 am - 5:18 pm

BRD

ORD

6h 23m

1 stop

$428Delta

Fri, Jun 12 - Sun, Jun 21

1:00 pm - 6:56 pm

DEN

BRD

4h 56m

1 stop

10:55 am - 3:31 pm

BRD

DEN

5h 36m

1 stop

$428Delta

Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Aug 31

6:24 am - 10:13 am

ORD

BRD

3h 49m

1 stop

10:55 am - 2:57 pm

BRD

ORD

4h 02m

1 stop

$432Delta

Fri, May 15 - Sun, May 17

1:00 pm - 6:56 pm

DEN

BRD

4h 56m

1 stop

10:55 am - 3:31 pm

BRD

DEN

5h 36m

1 stop

$438Delta

Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31

6:30 am - 10:00 am

STL

BRD

3h 30m

1 stop

6:45 am - 1:17 pm

BRD

STL

6h 32m

2 stops

$452Delta

Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 15

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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoBrainerd

ORD - BRD

ORDBRD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/17

6:30 am-10:18 am

1 stop3h 48m

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Mon 7/20

10:55 am-4:59 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$352

ChicagoBrainerd

ORD - BRD

ORDBRD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/4

6:24 am-10:13 am

1 stop3h 49m

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Sun 6/7

6:45 am-1:04 pm

2 stops6h 19m

$362

ChicagoBrainerd

ORD - BRD

ORDBRD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/27

11:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Sun 8/2

10:55 am-5:17 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$398

Quickest round-trip

St. LouisBrainerd

STL - BRD

STLBRD

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 6/14

6:21 am-10:13 am

1 stop3h 52m

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Sun 6/21

6:45 am-10:33 am

1 stop3h 48m

$412

St. LouisBrainerd

STL - BRD

STLBRD

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/6

9:17 am-6:56 pm

2 stops9h 39m

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Sun 8/9

6:45 am-10:23 am

1 stop3h 38m

$422

ChicagoBrainerd

ORD - BRD

ORDBRD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/12

6:30 am-10:13 am

1 stop3h 43m

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Sun 6/21

10:55 am-5:18 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$428

DenverBrainerd

DEN - BRD

DENBRD

Denver Intl

Wed 8/26

1:00 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Mon 8/31

10:55 am-3:31 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$428

ChicagoBrainerd

ORD - BRD

ORDBRD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/15

6:24 am-10:13 am

1 stop3h 49m

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Sun 5/17

10:55 am-2:57 pm

1 stop4h 02m

$432

DenverBrainerd

DEN - BRD

DENBRD

Denver Intl

Thu 8/27

1:00 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Mon 8/31

10:55 am-3:31 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$438

St. LouisBrainerd

STL - BRD

STLBRD

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/12

6:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop3h 30m

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Tue 9/15

6:45 am-1:17 pm

2 stops6h 32m

$452

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Best One-Way Price	$268
Best Round-Trip Price	$352
Fastest flight time	3h 48m

The best one-way flight price to Brainerd from United States in the last 72 hours is $268 (Chicago Midway to Brainerd Crow Wing County).

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The best round-trip flight price to Brainerd from United States in the last 72 hours is $352 (Chicago O'Hare Intl to Brainerd Crow Wing County).

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The fastest flight to Brainerd from United States takes 3h 48m (Chicago O'Hare Intl to Brainerd Crow Wing County).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Brainerd

Is there an alternative airport near Brainerd?

Those flying to Brainerd could potentially find better pricing at Saint Cloud Airport (56 mi from Brainerd city center), Bemidji Beltrami County Airport (87 mi from Brainerd city center) or Chisholm/Hibbing Airport (96 mi from Brainerd city center) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Brainerd?

The cheapest airport near Brainerd is typically Chisholm/Hibbing Airport with an average price of $340/person. These prices vary based on where travelers are coming from. It is suggested that travelers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Brainerd Crow Wing County Airport?

Prices for flights to Brainerd Crow Wing County Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Brainerd Crow Wing County Airport?

As of May 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights to Brainerd Crow Wing County Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Brainerd Crow Wing County Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Brainerd Crow Wing County Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Brainerd Crow Wing County Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Brainerd Crow Wing County Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Brainerd Crow Wing County Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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