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A message from Board Chair John Poe and Rochester Mayo Kim Norton. Reflecting on a successful year and sharing a look at where we’re headed.
Joining Rochester’s Downtown Dazzle Parade on December 6 was a festive and meaningful way for RST to support one of the city’s newest (and coolest!) winter traditions. Several families of RST team members, along with a few local families with young children who frequently fly out of RST, walked and rode in the parade. Rod
If international travel is part of your life – or even just part of your wish list – there’s good news at RST. Due to popular request, we are now offering Global Entry interviews right here at RST, making it easier than ever to enroll in this time-saving trusted traveler program. What Is Global Entry?
In the spirit of the season, we’re counting down 12 reasons why United’s new service is a win for both Rochester residents and visitors. Tickets are now on sale on United.com and in the United mobile app – so start planning your next adventure!
People in our community often ask, “Why doesn’t RST just add more direct flights?” The truth is that attracting new air service is a detailed, data-driven process.
At RST, the work starts long before the first storm hits. Read more about what goes into keeping runways safe and planes moving through our Minnesota winters.
Left to Right: Zach Effertz, Matt Peck, Rod Danielson While most of us are settling in for turkey, a dedicated crew at Rochester International Airport is busy keeping flights moving safely and smoothly. From clearing snow and inspecting runways to responding to emergencies, these professionals ensure RST operates 24/7 — even on Thanksgiving Day. This
Rochester International Airport (RST), together with the City of Rochester and the Rochester Airport Company Board of Directors—a wholly owned subsidiary of Mayo Clinic—is thrilled to announce that United Airlines will launch new service connecting Rochester (RST) and Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) beginning April 30, 2026. The new service will operate three times daily,
If you’re expecting, flying can seem like a big question mark—but for most people without complications, it’s both possible and safe. We’ve gathered expert advice from Mayo Clinic to help guide your travel plans and ease your mind.
At RST, every traveler deserves a smooth and stress-free experience regardless of the language they speak. That’s why RST now offers easy-to-use, real-time interpretation services in its main terminal. Launched in April 2025, this new service is offered through a partnership with online interpreters provided by Propio Language Services. These interpretation services are part of
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