Search
Close this search box.

mgastner@flyrst.com

Check out the latest news and articles from RST!

RST American Airlines Employees
Blog

6 Tips to Sleigh Holiday Travel

‘Tis the season for jetting off to see loved ones. This year, sleigh the stress of holiday air travel with pro tips from RST’s merry band of elves. (Elves include American Airlines Station Manager Sean Kelly, Transportation Security Officer Melody Gilbertson, RST Executive Director John Reed and RST Parking Manager Ben Watkins.) Wishing you smooth

Read More »
Gifts at RST
Blog

Last-Minute Holiday Gifts at RST

Couldn’t quite finish your shopping before flying out for the holidays? Never fear! You can find some fun little gifts at RST’s Tailwind Concessions while you’re waiting to take off. Get Corny Carroll’s Corn is gourmet popcorn with flavors from sweet to salty to spicy. Share the deliciousness of this beloved local company that has

Read More »
What is SPARK sign at Rochester International Airport
News

SPARK Partnership Brings the Power of Play to RST

SPARK, the Children’s Museum of Rochester, Inc. is expanding its wings by partnering with the Rochester International Airport (RST) through play, learning, and discovery with an exhibition focused on celebrations. SPARK reopened a modular exhibit from the Freeman Foundation Asian Culture Exhibit Series at RST earlier this month. The exhibit was created to help children

Read More »
Roadway relocation south of Rochester International Airport
Blog

Federal grant provides $15.77 for RST’s runway improvement project

The Federal Aviation Administration recently provided a $15.77 million grant to RST that will be used to continue improving the airport’s runways and other infrastructure. This funding is from the Airport Improvement Program (AIP), which provides federal grants for airport infrastructure projects such as runways, taxiways, signage, lighting, and markings. The $15.77 million awarded to

Read More »
Flocal Billboard
Blog

Flocal (Fly Local) Campaign Gains Altitude

A playful new marketing effort for Rochester International Airport took flight this summer with the launch of the “Flocal” (Fly Local) campaign. The gist of Flocal is that each time an area resident chooses to fly through RST, they are helping to fill the airport’s current flights. This makes RST more appealing to airlines considering

Read More »
Blog

Destination: Orlando

One of the most frequent travel destinations for southeastern Minnesotans is Orlando—a vibrant, versatile and (yes!) magical place. Known for its theme parks, warm weather and proximity to beaches, Orlando also serves as a hub for professional conferences and kids’ events like cheerleading and dance competitions. Rochester, MN dad James Fruth with his daughter at

Read More »

Rochester International Airport to Conduct Full-Scale Emergency Exercise

On September 13, 2024, a full-scale emergency exercise involving Rochester and Olmsted County emergency response will be performed at the Rochester International Airport. The City of Rochester Emergency Management Division will host and coordinate this federally mandated exercise to evaluate the preparedness of local responders to a disaster in our area.Full-scale exercises are a requirement

Read More »
a TSA agent smiles with a man going through airport security
Blog

Feeling Nervous About Security at RST? Here’s How TSA Cares Can Help!

Airport security can be smoother and less stressful for passengers with disabilities or medical conditions if they use a program called TSA Cares. This program provides specially-trained Passenger Support Specialists (PSS) who ensure a positive security screening experience for travelers who need extra help. The TSA Cares Program is especially relevant at Rochester International Airport

Read More »

Search Flights

Where's your next adventure's going to take you?

Ready to fly?

Search flights now and find where your next adventure’s going to take you!