Yellowstone Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 15h 13m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Yellowstone Airport
Yellowstone Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located adjacent to U.S. 191/U.S. 287 one nautical mile (2 km) north of the central business district of West Yellowstone, a town in Gallatin County, Montana, United States. Although only open from June through September, commercial passenger service is available during those months. Scheduled airline service is subsidized by the federal Essential Air Service (EAS) program.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KWYSLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 8,400 ft / 2,560 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CNTR | SALT LAKE CITY CNTR | 132.400 MHz |
| RDO | GREAT FALLS RDO | 119.400 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123.000 MHz |
Services & operations
Yellowstone Airport serves as a gateway to Yellowstone National Park and offers commercial flights to Salt Lake City and Denver.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (3)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Yellowstone Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Yellowstone Airport?
The ICAO code for Yellowstone Airport is KWYS, and its IATA code is WYS.
Where is Yellowstone Airport located?
Yellowstone Airport is medium airport located in West Yellowstone, United States, at an elevation of 6,649 ft (2,027 m).
How many runways does Yellowstone Airport have?
Yellowstone Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,400 ft / 2,560 m.
What time zone is Yellowstone Airport in?
Yellowstone Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Yellowstone Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Yellowstone Airport is approximately 11° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Yellowstone Airport?
The nearest airport to Yellowstone Airport is Henry's Lake Airport (U53), about 10.2 nm to the wsw, followed by Nine Quarter Circle Ranch Airport and Gardiner Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Yellowstone Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.