Bemidji travel guide
Bemidji Tourism | Bemidji Guide
You're Going to Love Bemidji
With a population of 13,431, Bemidji is a must-see destination in Minnesota, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bemidji has to offer.
When to visit Bemidji
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bemidji in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -4 °F, with an average temperature of 6.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Bemidji, with an average rainfall of 0.7″.
How to Get to Bemidji
Plane
When flying to Bemidji, you’ll arrive at Bemidji Beltrami County (BJI), which is located 6 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Bemidji departs from Minneapolis and takes around 1h 07m.
Car
Another option to get to Bemidji is to pick up a car rental from Minneapolis, which is about 304 km from Bemidji. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Minneapolis.
Airlines serving Bemidji
Where to stay in Bemidji
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Bemidji and Super 8 by Wyndham Bemidji MN.
Where to stay in popular areas of Bemidji
Most booked hotels in Bemidji
Renting a car in Bemidji
Renting a car in Bemidji costs $97 per day, on average, or $291 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Bemidji Beltrami County.
Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Bemidji (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. The most frequently booked car type in Bemidji is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 24% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.