Yellowstone Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 15m 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
KWYSNOTAMs
KWYSReference 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 (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)
Showing 5 of 5 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
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 33% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 45% | 5,488 ft | |
| Feb | 49% | 5,464 ft | |
| Mar | 70% | 6,050 ft | |
| Apr | 80% | 6,559 ft | |
| May | 86% | 7,013 ft | |
| Jun | 92% | 7,535 ft | |
| Jul | 97% | 7,968 ft | |
| Aug | 93% | 7,744 ft | |
| Sep | 93% | 7,264 ft | |
| Oct | 85% | 6,479 ft | |
| Nov | 68% | 5,897 ft | |
| Dec | 45% | 5,365 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~5,365–7,968 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
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.