Hector International Airport welcomes you to your next #FlyFargo adventure. The Easy Way to Getaway. 

Expansion Updates: Right on Schedule

The terminal expansion is progressing smoothly and on time, with the eastern section set to open in early 2026 and the full renovation slated for completion in early 2027.  

Construction of the parking ramp is on schedule, with expected completion in late summer 2025. The parking ramp will provide nearly 1,000 new parking spaces. 

We kindly remind travelers to check our website and social media for updates on parking, drop-off and pickup locations. Additionally, valet parking is available for $28/day, offering an added convenience. Valet service operates from 4 a.m. – 12 a.m., seven days a week, ensuring you have flexible options for your travel needs.  

The short-term parking lot is currently closed, but additional parking is available in the two economy lots and remote lot. Please be sure to check your airline’s website or app for the most up-to-date information regarding delays and cancellations due to winter weather.   

Stay informed of our updates by visiting our terminal expansion page or pre-booking your valet parking before your next trip!  

ArtWORKS Meets Aviation: Travelers Enjoy Holiday Performances 

Holiday travel was at a high this year and is just winding down. We were excited to continue our partnership with ArtWORKS to showcase local performers playing holiday music for our travelers. Passengers were able to enjoy performances by:  

• Chris Argenziano 

• Silver Winds Flute Quartet 

• Matthew Patnode Trio 

• Dakota Brass 

• Kicks Combo 

For more about ArtWORKS and how they bring arts to the community, visit their website. 

United Airlines: A Trusted Airline Partner for 40 Years 

We were thrilled to celebrate 40 years of continuous United Airlines service at the airport in November. For four decades, United has connected Fargo to the world, providing reliable travel options and playing a major role in the development of our community.  

Start planning your next nonstop flight to Chicago or Denver today on our website! 

Fargo Air Museum: Bringing Fun and History to Fargo 

This winter, the Fargo Air Museum proudly hosts two remarkable World War II-era planes: the Boeing-Stearman N2S-3 trainer and the legendary 1942 Interstate Cadet. The Stearman, once stationed at the Naval Air Station Minneapolis alongside aviators like President George H.W. Bush, arrived on November 15 and will be on display until April 2025. 

The Jelly Belly Interstate Cadet, a celebrated aerobatic performer, touched down in spectacular fashion on November 18. Pilot Kent Pietsch showcased his signature airshow act, landing the Cadet atop a Jelly Belly truck, followed by an engaging evening interview and Q&A session. 

Visit Fargo Air Museum online for event updates and discover the stories behind these historical treasures. 

Spectrum Aeromed: Innovating Air Medical Care 

In November, Spectrum Aeromed and Bangkok Hospital Headquarters joined forces to launch the Aeromedical Transport Training Center, designed to revolutionize air medical training in Southeast Asia. Equipped with Spectrum Aeromed’s state-of-the-art air ambulance technology, the center features advanced modules that simulate high-pressure in-flight medical care scenarios. 

This initiative strengthens international emergency medical services by preparing health care teams with the expertise needed to save lives during air transport.  

Spectrum Aeromed designs and develops air ambulance medical interiors for hospital programs, multi-mission charters, private operators and military branches around the world. It is based in Hector Airport’s Hangar #9. 

 Visit Spectrum Aeromed for more on their commitment to advancing global medical preparedness. 

Q4 Boarding Statistics: Another Record-Breaking Quarter 

October 

Once again, October marked another all-time passenger enplanement record! October showed an increase when compared to the same month in 2023. This month, the passenger enplanements were 48,627. This is an increase of 12.2% when compared to the October 2023 passenger enplanements of 43,332. 

This is the third all-time enplanement record set this year. July (48,344 enplanements) was the first record set, and August (48,514 enplanements) was the most recent. October 2024 is the seventh month in a row of monthly record enplanements. The total passenger count for the month was 95,275, which is up 11% over the same period last year. 

There were 613 air carrier departures with an average of 93 seats per flight in October and an average of 3,073 total daily passengers. 

November 

The record for passengers was achieved in November. The passenger enplanements were 45,094, which is an increase of 7% when compared to the November 2023 passenger enplanements of 42,271. The previous record for November was set in 2023. This is the eighth consecutive month of record enplanements. The total passenger count for the month was 88,333, which is up 7% over the same period last year. 

There were 592 air carrier departures with an average of 94 seats per flight in November and an average of 2,944 total daily passengers. 

December 

Last but not least, December showed an increase when compared to the same month in 2023, showcasing a fourth all-time monthly enplanement record set in 2024. This December, the passenger enplanements were 50,400, which is an increase of 10% when compared to the December 2023 passenger enplanements of 45,655. The total passenger count for the month was 98,882, which is up 11% over the same period last year. 

There were 630 air carrier departures with an average of 95 seats per flight in December and an average of 3,190 total daily passengers.