Yellowstone Airport
Yellowstone Airport serves West Yellowstone, Montana, the western gateway to Yellowstone National Park. Located 1 mile north of downtown West Yellowstone, WYS offers a 8,400-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport is seasonal (June through September) and serves as the closest airport to the western entrance of Yellowstone. Estimated charter rates to West Yellowstone via WYS: light jets from $4,500 per hour, mid-size jets from $6,000 per hour, heavy jets from $9,000 per hour.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
West Yellowstone Airport is the closest airport to Yellowstone's west entrance (less than 1 mile), but it's seasonal (June-September only). Old Faithful is 30 miles from the west entrance. For year-round access, Bozeman (BZN) or Jackson Hole (JAC) are the alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at West Yellowstone?
Yes. Yellowstone Airport's 8,400-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport is seasonal (June through September only).
How close is WYS to Yellowstone?
Yellowstone Airport is less than 1 mile from the west entrance of Yellowstone National Park, the closest airport to the park in the entire system.
When is WYS open?
Yellowstone Airport operates seasonally from June through September only. For year-round access, use Bozeman (BZN) or Jackson Hole (JAC).
Aircraft Compatible with Yellowstone Airport
Based on the longest runway (8,400 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 8,400 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
Nearby Alternative Airports
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- IATA Code
- WYS
- ICAO Code
- KWYS
- Elevation
- 6,649 ft
- Runways
- 1
- Longest Runway
- 8,400 ft
- Location
- West Yellowstone, Montana