Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Fargo Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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FAR Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Fargo Hector International Airport.
What to Expect
Fargo Airport (code: FAR) comprises a small, partially renovated terminal with limited services. The terminal includes a few eateries, a gift shop, a business centre and a game room. WiFi is available to help pass the time. There are no private lounges at this airport.
Sleeping in Fargo Airport
Seats have armrests, so be prepared to sleep on the floor. For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels near the airport that provide free airport shuttles. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The passenger terminal building opens at 3:00 AM and closes approximately 30 minutes after the last flight arrival.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Fargo Airport:
- Homewood Suites by Hilton – Free airport shuttle is available. » Check Rates
- Days Inn & Suites Fargo 19th Ave Airport Dome – Free airport shuttle is available. » Check Rates
- Candlewood Suites Fargo ND State Univ – Free airport shuttle is available. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Fargo Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
There are no pay-per-use lounges at the airport.
Drinking Water
Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.
Food & Drinks
At the time of this update, there are no 24-hour dining options. Food options include:
- Landside: SkyDine Restaurant and Subway – Hours: 5:00 AM – last flight
- Airside: SkyDine Lounge – Hours: 8:00 AM – last flight (Mon-Sat) • 11:00 AM – last flight (Sun).
Luggage Storage & Lockers
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Mobile Charging
The airport’s business centers have comfortable sit-down areas featuring free WiFi and 120v power outlets. Locations are available throughout the terminal.
Showers
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WiFi / Internet
Free WiFi is available at Fargo Airport.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
ArtWorks at the Airport – Several exhibits by regional artists are displayed near the Baggage claim.
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Locations: Landside
Currency Exchange – Not available.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Airport Gift Shop sells North Dakota-made products from 5:00 AM until the last flight, located landside. An additional gift shop kiosk is located airside, near Gates 3 and 4 in the Departures lounge.
Games Room – Location: Airside, Main Level
Information Desk – If you have any questions, you can visit the information desk across from the check-in counters. When the desk is not staffed, automated airport information is available.
SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Smoking – Prohibited in the airport.
Car Rentals
On-site car rental agencies include Alamo • Avis • Budget • Enterprise • Hertz • National • Payless.
Hotel Shuttles
Several area hotels provide airport shuttle service: Candlewood Suites Fargo-N. Dakota State University • Days Inn & Suites Fargo 19th Ave/Airport Dome • Expressway Suites of Fargo • Homewood Suites by Hilton Fargo • MainStay Suites • Radisson Hotel Fargo • Red Roof Inn • Staybridge Suites Fargo.
See also Airport Hotels above.
Taxis
Taxis are available in the ground transportation area. All taxis are metered, and reservations are not required.
Last updated: 2024-08-26
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