Why go
- City in Minnesota, United States.
- Served by Bemidji Regional Airport (BJI).
History
Bemidji is a city in and the county seat of Beltrami County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 14,574 as of the 2020 census, and was estimated at 15,770 in 2025, making it the largest commercial center between Grand Forks, North Dakota and Duluth.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
- Delta Air Lines DL (CRJ) · 1 route: Minneapolis*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Bemidji Regional Airport (BJI); 12 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: BJI has direct flights to 1 destination on 1 airline (incl. Minneapolis).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Bemidji, Minnesota. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.