Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field

Airport Airport

IATA Code
BOI
ICAO Code
KBOI
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
Unknown

Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) is the main commercial airport serving Boise and southern Idaho. It is a single passenger terminal handling scheduled flights to major U.S. hubs rather than serving as an airline hub.

The terminal centralizes ticketing, security and gates in one building, keeping transfers and walking distances manageable.

Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field
Elevation: 875 m
43.5644, -116.2230

Terminal Guide for Boise Air Terminal / Gowen Field #

The airport uses a single passenger terminal where ticketing, security and gates are located within a connected facility. Gates are accessed after passing through the central security checkpoint.

Because operations are consolidated in one building, no inter‑terminal transportation is required.

Getting to and From Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) #

Ground transport includes rental cars, taxis, rideshare and hotel shuttles; downtown Boise is typically a 10-15 minute drive from the terminal.

  • Car / driving: On‑site parking and rental car services at the terminal.
  • Taxis & shuttles: Local taxi services and hotel shuttles operate from the arrivals area.
  • Rideshare: Uber/Lyft operate to/from the terminal with designated pickup points.
  • Public transit: City bus service connects the airport to the metropolitan area - check local schedules for routes and fares.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Boise Air Terminal #

Facilities include a range of dining and retail options, car rental desks, parking and traveler services typical of a medium‑sized U.S. airport.

  • Lounges: There may be airline or pay‑per‑use lounges depending on carrier presence.
  • Food & drink: Multiple concessions airside and landside with expanded options during busy periods.
  • Wi‑Fi: Complimentary Wi‑Fi is generally available with a sign‑in portal.
  • Charging & seating: Charging points are available in gate areas; seating throughout the terminal.
  • Accessibility: ADA services and assistance are available; contact your airline in advance if you require help.

Hotels and Layovers at Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) #

Nearby accommodation: Several hotels are within a short drive of the terminal; many provide shuttle service or short taxi rides to downtown Boise.

Layover tips: No transit hotel inside the terminal; nearby airport hotels offer day rooms or late checkout for long layovers.

Tips for Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field #

  • Downtown Boise is close: Boise Airport (BOI) is about a 10-15 minute drive from downtown Boise in normal traffic.
  • Car rentals: Rental car pickup is at the terminal; book ahead during summer festival months when demand spikes.
  • Security and peak times: Expect heavier traffic and longer security waits on holiday weekends - otherwise lines are typically moderate.

Weather & Climate near Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field #

Climate

Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 32°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 38 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
-23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -5°C. The wettest month with 38 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
17°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
13.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
22°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
14.5h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.

90 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
11° 27°
44%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
15.2h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
14° 32°
32%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
14.9h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 8 mm and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
14° 32°
29%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 26°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
26°
34%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.

79 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
19°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 10°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

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