Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field

Holman Field sits on the west bank of the Mississippi River, directly across from downtown Saint Paul. For private travelers heading into Saint Paul or the east metro, it beats driving through Minneapolis-Saint Paul International (MSP) by a wide margin. The airport is uncongested, no slot requirements, and you can typically go from wheels-down to car in under 10 minutes.

The field has a single FBO serving general and business aviation. It handles turboprops and jets without issue, though very large-cabin aircraft operators should confirm runway length suitability before scheduling. Holman Field has noise abatement procedures in effect due to its position near residential neighborhoods along the river bluff.

Downtown Saint Paul is 4 miles from the field, about 10 minutes by car in normal traffic. Minneapolis downtown runs about 12 miles and 20-25 minutes depending on I-35E and I-94 conditions. The airport is well-positioned for the east metro suburbs including Woodbury, Eagan, and Mendota Heights. Car service options are available through advance booking; ride-share pickups work reliably at this location. MSP is 14 miles southwest if connecting to a commercial flight.