Gallup Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
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About Gallup Municipal Airport
Gallup Municipal Airport is an airport in Gallup in McKinley County, New Mexico, United States, 3 miles (4.8 km) southwest of the city center.
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Live weather
KGUPNOTAMs
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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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 7,312 ft / 2,229 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 118.375 MHz |
| RDO | ALBUQUERQUE RDO | 122.600 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 6 of 6 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GALLUP 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.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: SW (from about 225°), on 18% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 90% | 5,846 ft | |
| Feb | 90% | 6,151 ft | |
| Mar | 91% | 6,530 ft | |
| Apr | 97% | 7,203 ft | |
| May | 99% | 7,784 ft | |
| Jun | 99% | 8,502 ft | |
| Jul | 99% | 8,523 ft | |
| Aug | 99% | 8,329 ft | |
| Sep | 98% | 7,884 ft | |
| Oct | 96% | 7,046 ft | |
| Nov | 94% | 6,233 ft | |
| Dec | 91% | 6,036 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~5,846–8,523 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gallup Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Gallup Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Gallup Municipal Airport is KGUP, and its IATA code is GUP.
Where is Gallup Municipal Airport located?
Gallup Municipal Airport is medium airport located in Gallup, United States, at an elevation of 6,472 ft (1,973 m).
How many runways does Gallup Municipal Airport have?
Gallup Municipal Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 7,312 ft / 2,229 m.
What time zone is Gallup Municipal Airport in?
Gallup Municipal Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gallup Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gallup Municipal Airport is approximately 8.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gallup Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Gallup Municipal Airport is Window Rock Airport (KRQE), about 16 nm to the wnw, followed by Mystic Bluffs Airport and Andrew Othole Memorial Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gallup Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.