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The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3 out of 5
6967 Lake Forest Rd, Brainerd, MN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 344 per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
AED 344
AED 412 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Enjoyed the indoor/outdoor hot tub.

Reviewed on 22 October 2025

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

3 out of 5
15739 Audubon Way, Brainerd, MN
Fully refundable
The price is AED 492 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
AED 492
AED 546 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (840 reviews)
Clean rooms and wonderful waterpark.

Reviewed on 21 October 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
Stunning 4 Bedroom Lake Home close to everything!!

Stunning 4 Bedroom Lake Home close to everything!!

Brainerd
9.6/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
Absolutely Beautiful property . We walked right into the lake, clean beach . Beautiful Tess. Multiple sitting areas outside. Peaceful and rejuvenating Interior was executed also We used the loft, en-suite, bath/bathroom and multi bed room for 4 women. Perfect layout Highly recommend

Reviewed on 17 October 2025

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Brainerd

Brainerd International Raceway

You can take time to visit Brainerd International Raceway during your travels to Brainerd. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Brainerd International Raceway

The Classic at Madden's Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in East Gull Lake at The Classic at Madden's Golf Course. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

The Classic at Madden's Golf Course

Paul Bunyan Land

Bring the family to Paul Bunyan Land and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Brainerd. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

Paul Bunyan Land

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to Brainerd that have flexible change policies?
Search for bargain flights to Brainerd, then check the "No change fee" box below the "Flexible change policies" heading. From then on it's smooth sailing. We appreciate that plans can change and flexibility is important, so book with confidence with Expedia.
Which airlines fly to Brainerd?
Find your passport, pack your bags and take your pick of these popular airlines that offer flights into or near Brainerd:

  • Delta Air Lines - 8,029 flights to or near Brainerd each month, including 7,977 flights to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) per month.
  • Sun Country Airlines - 884 flights to or near Brainerd each month, including 884 flights to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) per month.
  • American Airlines - 624 flights to or near Brainerd each month, including 624 flights to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) per month.

How can I find cheap tickets to Brainerd?
One of the best ways to get a hold of cheap tickets to Brainerd is to be flexible with your dates. Search for your flights, then click "flexible dates" at the top of your results. It will bring up the cheapest prices for nearby days. The best price for a flight to Brainerd in the last seven days was . Booking in advance will usually help you walk away with an even better deal.
How much is a flight to Brainerd?
You could have purchased a return air ticket to Brainerd from anywhere between and in the last seven days. For one-way journeys taking off from (), the lowest price during this period was just .
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Brainerd?
Depending on your airline and city of departure, one of these main airports will be your gateway to Brainerd:

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 11,111 flights per month.
  • Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) - 52 flights per month.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Brainerd?
Consider leaving earlier in the week to score the best fare to Brainerd. Tuesday is usually the most affordable day to depart, followed by Monday. Saturday typically has the costliest fares. This is because a lot of people choose to kick off their break on a weekend.
How much is a plane ticket to Brainerd?
Airfares to Brainerd varied from to in the last seven days. Generally, the sooner you make a reservation, the better the deal.
What months are the cheapest to book a flight to Brainerd?
February is a cheap month to book your Brainerd escape. Fares are at a premium during December, so avoid this time if possible.
How long is a flight to Brainerd?
Your flight to Brainerd could be long or it could be short depending on where you travel from. Before you load up your laptop with podcasts and audiobooks, have a look at the average flight times for these well-known domestic routes:

  • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 2 hours and 3 minutes
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 1 hour and 40 minutes
  • Atlanta, GA (ATL-Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 2 hours and 39 minutes