Sioux Falls Regional Airport has one terminal building, the Costello Terminal, with check-in, security and baggage claim. Third-party guides describe two concourses, Concourse A and Concourse B. The airport served about 1.5 million passengers in 2025, according to a third-party data site.
The terminal is not open around the clock. Doors open at about 3:30 a.m. and close shortly after the last arriving flight, around midnight. The American Airlines ticket counter is open 3:45 a.m. to 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Main airlines: American serves Concourse A. Third-party guides list Delta, United and Allegiant at Concourse B. Allegiant also has new direct flights to Fort Lauderdale, Austin and Orange County. Confirm with your airline.
FAA delay status for FSD
The FAA is not reporting a ground stop, ground delay program or other delay at FSD right now.
Source: FAA National Airspace System Status, checked 8 min ago. Airline-specific delays are not shown here.
Current conditions at FSD
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Low cloud or poor visibility. Airports slow arrivals and delays become more likely.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, On-Time Performance of reporting carriers. Smaller regional carriers and some airlines are not included.
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Terminals
Costello Terminal
The only passenger terminal. Ticket counters and baggage claim are on the main level, and the TSA screening area sits between the public hall and the gates. An enclosed skywalk connects the terminal to the parking garage and the on-site hotel.
Moving between terminals
There is one terminal building, so you do not need to transfer between terminals.
Counters are in baggage claim, and the cars are parked outside the terminal. Avis, Enterprise, National and Budget are listed. Budget offers free pickup service if you call the location at least 24 hours ahead.
Taxi
Taxi stand outside arrivals
Taxis wait at the ground transportation area outside arrivals, and the fares are metered. A third-party guide estimates $10 to $15 to downtown Sioux Falls.
Rideshare
Marked rideshare zone
Uber and Lyft pick up and drop off in the marked ground transportation area outside the terminal. Open the app after you land and follow the pickup pin.
Pickup waiting
Passenger pickup waiting lot
A free waiting area for drivers picking up arriving passengers. Parking is not allowed in front of the terminal in the ticketing or baggage claim lanes.
Shuttle
Hotel courtesy shuttles
Many Sioux Falls hotels run courtesy shuttles. Confirm the pickup point with your hotel and add the ride time to your plans.
Marlin's & Subway serves drinks and sandwiches before security. Marlin's is open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Subway is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Red Stone Pizza Company is a sit-down restaurant open from 3:30 a.m. to the last departure. Its airfield views are a good place to eat before a flight.
Kids can use the play area between Gates 1 and 3. An arcade is next to Red Stone Pizza Company, according to the terminal planning study.
Plan around the terminal hours. The doors open at about 3:30 a.m. and close after the last arriving flight.
Frequently asked questions
How much is parking at FSD?
The short-term garage is free for the first 20 minutes, then $2.00 per 20 minutes, with a $25.00 daily maximum. The long-term garage has the same first 20 minutes free and a $18.00 daily maximum. The long-term surface lot is $3.00 for the first hour and each hour after, with a $12.00 maximum. The economy South Lot is $2.00 per hour, with a $10.00 maximum.
Can I reserve parking at FSD?
Only the economy lot takes reservations. The short-term garage, long-term garage and long-term surface lot are first come, first serve.
Is there free Wi-Fi at FSD?
Yes, throughout the terminal, including the secure gate areas. A third-party guide lists the network as FSD_Free_WiFi, but it can change.
Is the airport open 24 hours?
No. The terminal doors open at about 3:30 a.m. and close shortly after the last arriving flight, around midnight.
Is there a walk from the parking garage to the terminal?
No. A covered, climate-controlled skywalk connects the garage directly to the terminal.
Can I return a rental car late at night?
Not during the overnight hours. The terminal is locked from midnight to 4 a.m., so returns are not allowed during that time, according to the Avis page.
How much is a taxi to downtown Sioux Falls?
Taxis are metered. A third-party guide estimates $10 to $15 to downtown.
Where do Uber and Lyft pick up?
In the marked ground transportation area outside the terminal. Open the app after you land and follow the pickup pin.
Is there a lounge at FSD?
It is unclear. The American Airlines page lists no clubs or lounges, while the airport planning study describes a business lounge between Gates 4 and 6. Confirm with the airport before you travel.
Can I wait for someone at the airport for free?
Yes. The passenger pickup waiting lot is free. Parking is not allowed in front of the terminal in the ticketing or baggage claim lanes.
Who do I call about parking?
SP+ Parking at 605-336-8154, or email fsdparking@spplus.com. The SP+ office is at 605-332-7020.
How busy is FSD?
About 741,643 passengers boarded flights at Sioux Falls Regional Airport in 2025, according to FAA enplanement data. That ranks it number 120 among US airports.
How often are flights late at FSD?
Over May 2026 to July 2026, 19.5% of departures at FSD left 15 or more minutes late, and 1.38% of flights were cancelled (Bureau of Transportation Statistics).
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