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Hector International Airport (FAR)

Fargo, United States · medium airport · 46.921° -96.816° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeFAR
ICAO CodeKFAR
Typemedium airport
NameHector International Airport
MunicipalityFargo
CountryUnited States
ContinentNA
Latitude46.921° N
Longitude-96.816° W
Elevation902 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score750
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryUnited States
ISO Code
RegionFargo
Continent CodeNA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/New_York
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-5
DST OffsetUTC-4
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: May – September
Pleasant temperatures across most regions
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving FAR

AA — American AirlinesDL — Delta Air LinesUA — United AirlinesWN — Southwest AirlinesAS — Alaska AirlinesB6 — JetBlueAC — Air Canada

🌡 Climate — Temperate (46.9°N)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Hector International Airport (FAR/KFAR) is the primary commercial airport for Fargo, North Dakota, and the Fargo-Moorhead metro area. Located about three miles north of downtown Fargo, it is named for Martin Hector, who donated land for the airfield, and today operates a modern terminal with service from major and low-cost carriers. It is also home to North Dakota Air National Guard operations and is the busiest airport in North Dakota.

💡 Local Tip
The Fargo Air Museum is near the airport and makes a great pre-flight stop for aviation enthusiasts with extra time.
🚖 Getting There

Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) and taxis are the most convenient options; pickup areas are marked outside the terminal. Rental cars are available on-site from major agencies. MATBUS public transit has limited service near the airport, so verify routes and times in advance.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines serve Hector International Airport?
A: Airlines include American, Delta, United, Allegiant, and Frontier, with routes to hubs and seasonal destinations; check current schedules as service changes.

Q: How far is FAR from downtown Fargo?
A: The airport is roughly 3 miles north of downtown Fargo, typically a 10-15 minute drive depending on traffic.

Q: Is there parking at FAR?
A: Yes, the airport has on-site short-term and long-term parking, including a parking garage and surface lots; rates and availability are posted at the airport.

Q: What is the airport code for Fargo?
A: The IATA code is FAR and the ICAO code is KFAR.

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