Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
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About Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport
Gunnison–Crested Butte Regional Airport is a county-owned, public airport one mile southwest of Gunnison, in Gunnison County, Colorado, United States. Also known as Gunnison County Airport, it serves the valley and nearby Crested Butte, Colorado, with airline and general aviation flights.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KGUCNOTAMs
KGUCReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 / 24 | 9,400 ft / 2,865 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 17 / 35 | 2,981 ft / 909 m | 150 ft | Gvl | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 135.075 MHz |
| CNTR | DENVER CNTR | 125.350 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.700 MHz |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 7 of 8 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GUNNISON CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport is KGUC, and its IATA code is GUC.
Where is Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport located?
Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport is medium airport located in Gunnison, United States, at an elevation of 7,680 ft (2,341 m).
How many runways does Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport have?
Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 9,400 ft / 2,865 m.
Which airlines fly to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport?
Airlines historically serving Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport include United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport in?
Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport is approximately 8.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport is Crested Butte Airpark (CSE), about 19 nm to the n, followed by Quarter Circle Circle Ranch Airport and VC Bar Ranch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.