News

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 20, 2026

PRESS CONTACT
Duluth Airport Authority
Natalie Baker, Director of Communications and Marketing
(218) 625-7768
nbaker@duluthairport.com

Duluth Airport Authority to Host Air Traffic Control Tower Open House

Duluth, MN – April 20, 2026 – The Duluth Airport Authority (DAA) will be hosting a project open house on April 29, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Duluth International Airport located at 4701 Grinden Drive. There will be a brief presentation starting promptly at 6:15 p.m.

This open house will provide an overview of the Air Traffic Control Tower construction project and offer an opportunity for community members to learn more about the construction activities and anticipated impacts.  Presentation topics include but are not limited to:

• Overall construction schedule
• Traffic control and logistics
• Site plan
• Contractor parking
• General work hours
• Disruption avoidance

Construction for this project is underway and expected to be completed in 2028. This project will enhance airfield safety and security for all employees and travelers.

All community members, nearby residents, and airport stakeholders interested in learning more about the project are welcome to attend. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and speak directly with project staff.  No RSVP is required and parking for attendees will be validated.

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About the Duluth International Airport

Starting March 29, 2026, United Airlines will offer five daily nonstop flights to Chicago and Delta offers six daily nonstop flights to Minneapolis/St. Paul. We are committed to providing our travelers with superior services in a safe, secure and professional environment. Be sure to visit our Club DLH Business Suite, designed with the working traveler in mind. Visit duluthairport.com, and like us on facebook.com/duluthairport.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 24, 2026

PRESS CONTACT
Duluth Airport Authority
Natalie Baker, Director of Communications and Marketing
(218) 625-7768
nbaker@duluthairport.com

DAA Coordinates Community Support Drive for TSA Employees at DLH Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown

Duluth, MN – March 24, 2026 – As the federal government shutdown continues to impact essential workers across the country, the Duluth Airport Authority (DAA) is organizing a community-wide donation drive to support the dedicated Transportation Security Administration (TSA) employees at Duluth International Airport (DLH).

TSA officers remain on the front lines, ensuring the safety and security of travelers, despite disruptions to their pay during the shutdown. In response, the DAA is coordinating  assistance to these dedicated workers and their families.

Requested Donations Include:

• Non-perishable food and grocery items
• Gas cards
• Store-specific gift cards (please note: no cash or prepaid Visa/Mastercard gift cards)
• Toiletries and personal care products
• Household essentials such as cleaning supplies

“This is an opportunity for our community to come together and support the dedicated individuals who continue to show up, and work tirelessly to keep our airport safe,” said Natalie Baker, Director of Communications and Marketing for the DAA. “All contributions can make a meaningful difference during this challenging time.”

Donations will be accepted at the DAA office during regular business hours (8am-4pm), starting on March 24- April 3. For questions or to coordinate drop-offs, please contact the DAA directly.

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About the Duluth International Airport

Starting March 29, 2026, United Airlines will offer five daily nonstop flights to Chicago and Delta offers six daily nonstop flights to Minneapolis/St. Paul. We are committed to providing our travelers with superior services in a safe, secure and professional environment. Be sure to visit our Club DLH Business Suite, designed with the working traveler in mind. Visit duluthairport.com, and like us on facebook.com/duluthairport.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 16, 2026

PRESS CONTACT
Duluth Airport Authority
Natalie Baker, Director of Communications and Marketing
(218) 625-7768
nbaker@duluthairport.com

United Airlines Adds Additional Frequency at Duluth International Airport, Reinforcing Commitment to the Region

Duluth, MN – March 16, 2026 – The Duluth Airport Authority (DAA) is pleased to announce that United Airlines will be adding a fifth daily flight to its schedule between the Duluth International Airport (DLH) and Chicago’s O’Hare Airport (ORD). The increased service underscores the airline’s continued commitment to providing reliable air travel options for the Northland and supporting the region’s growing demand for connectivity.

This fifth daily frequency will provide travelers with greater flexibility and improved access to United’s global network, making it easier for residents, businesses, and visitors to connect to destinations across the United States and around the world.

“The additional capacity provided by this added frequency from United Airlines is a strong vote of confidence in our market and the passengers who rely on Duluth International Airport,” said Tom Werner, Executive Director of the Duluth Airport Authority. “It gives our travelers an additional early morning departure from DLH that allows for single day business trips to Chicago as well as expanded access to a wide variety of domestic and international itineraries.”

Continued growth in air service is dependent on community support. When travelers choose to fly from their local airport, it demonstrates demand and helps airlines justify maintaining or expanding service.

“Airlines make decisions based on passenger demand,” Werner added. “If we want to continue seeing more flights and better connectivity, it’s important for travelers in our region to book flights from DLH whenever possible.”

The DAA encourages residents and businesses to take advantage of the additional United Airlines service and continue supporting DLH.

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About the Duluth International Airport

Starting March 29, 2026, United Airlines will offer five daily nonstop flights to Chicago and Delta offers six daily nonstop flights to Minneapolis/St. Paul. We are committed to providing our travelers with superior services in a safe, secure and professional environment. Be sure to visit our Club DLH Business Suite, designed with the working traveler in mind. Visit duluthairport.com, and like us on facebook.com/duluthairport.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 30, 2026

PRESS CONTACT
Duluth Airport Authority
Natalie Baker, Director of Communications and Marketing
(218) 625-7768
nbaker@duluthairport.com

Starting February 1, Travelers Without Acceptable Forms of ID Will be Required to Pay a $45 Fee

Duluth, MN – January 30, 2026 – The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has announced that airline passengers who do not have REAL ID compliant identification on Sunday, Feb. 1 will be required by the TSA to pay a $45 fee for identity verification before they get to the TSA checkpoint. 

The fee covers the cost of a modernized alternative identity verification system, called TSA ConfirmID. The verification will cover a 10-day travel period, so travelers who plan their return flight within that 10-day period will pay once for both flights.

Acceptable forms of ID include:

• REAL ID-compliant driver’s licenses or other state photo identity cards issued by Department of Motor Vehicles (or equivalent)
  • If you are not sure if your ID complies with REAL ID, check with your state Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • A temporary driver’s license is not an acceptable form of identification.
• State-issued Enhanced Driver’s License (EDL) or Enhanced ID (EID)
• U.S. passport
• U.S. passport card
• DHS trusted traveler cards (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST)
• U.S. Department of Defense ID, including IDs issued to dependents
• Permanent resident card
• Border crossing card
• An acceptable photo ID issued by a federally recognized Tribal Nation/Indian Tribe, including Enhanced Tribal Cards (ETCs)
• HSPD-12 PIV card
• Foreign government-issued passport
• Canadian provincial driver’s license or Indian and Northern Affairs Canada card
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment Authorization Card (I-766)
• U.S. Merchant Mariner Credential
• Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC)

Travelers without an acceptable ID are encouraged to visit the TSA ConfirmID program fee site to complete the form, and pay the $45 fee prior to travel on or after Sunday, Feb. 1. Travelers should take a printed or electronic copy of the receipt and show it to the Transportation Security Officer verifying identification at the airport checkpoint. If travelers arrive to the checkpoint without having paid in advance, they will be directed to do so via the TSA ConfirmID program website. There will be no payment infrastructure at the airport to do so.

Nationally, about 94% of passengers already use their REAL ID or another acceptable forms of identification. TSA expects that wait times will increase for passengers without a REAL ID Act compliant ID when ConfirmID goes into effect. 

TSA’s list of acceptable forms of ID can be found at TSA.gov/travel/security-screening/identification.

For more information on REAL ID, please visit TSA.gov/real-id 

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