Boulder City Municipal Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
BLD
ICAO Code
KBVU
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Small municipal airport focused on general aviation and charter operations. Boulder City Municipal Airport has a compact terminal and apron used mainly by private aircraft, flight schools and charter providers; scheduled commercial airline service is not a standard feature.

Boulder City Municipal Airport
Elevation: 670 m
35.9472, -114.8588

Terminal Guide for Boulder City Municipal Airport #

Boulder City Municipal has a single small terminal building providing passenger waiting areas, a charter desk when operations are scheduled, and basic restroom facilities. Facilities are minimal compared with commercial airports and there are no jet bridges or extensive concourses.

Getting to and From Boulder City Municipal Airport #

Primary access is by car, taxi or pre‑arranged shuttle; travel time to Boulder City town center is a few minutes, to Las Vegas roughly 25-40 miles (30-50 minutes) depending on route and traffic.

  • Driving: Short local drives to Boulder City; to Las Vegas expect 30-50 minutes.
  • Taxi / Ride‑share: Available but can be limited - pre‑book when possible.
  • Shuttle: Private shuttles to Hoover Dam and Las Vegas are common for tourists; book ahead.
  • Public transit: Very limited; check local schedules before relying on buses.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Boulder City Municipal Airport #

Facilities are basic and oriented to GA and charter users.

  • Lounges: None-FBOs provide pilot lounges and passenger handling for charters.
  • Food & Drink: Very limited; bring snacks for short waits.
  • Wi‑Fi: May be available through FBO or terminal; do not count on high‑speed public Wi‑Fi.
  • Charging: Limited outlets in the waiting area.
  • Luggage: No formal baggage storage; charter operators manage checked bags.
  • Accessibility: Basic accessible access; for assistance contact the operator or airport ahead of arrival.

Hotels and Layovers at Boulder City Municipal Airport #

Accommodations are in Boulder City proper (a short drive) or in nearby Las Vegas (25-40 miles). Boulder City has small motels and inns; larger hotel choices and major chains are in Las Vegas.

  • For chain bookings check: marriott.com, hilton.com, ihg.com.

Tip for long layovers: consider staying in Boulder City for local character and shorter transfers to Hoover Dam, or stay in Las Vegas if you need full hotel services and late‑night options.

Tips for Boulder City Municipal Airport #

  • Boulder City Municipal is primarily a general aviation and charter field; do not expect scheduled airline counters - confirm any charter arrangements in advance.
  • If you’re connecting from Las Vegas, allow extra time for road transfer - traffic and intermittent check stops can add 30-60 minutes.
  • Car rental or pre‑booked shuttle is the most reliable way to reach Hoover Dam or the Las Vegas area; public transport options are very limited.

Weather & Climate near Boulder City Municipal Airport #

Climate

Boulder City Municipal Airport's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 41°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 29 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneSeptemberMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
48°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
46%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
9.9h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall.

80 Excellent

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
43%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
11.8h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
11° 27°
29%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.0h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
16° 32°
22%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

June

June is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
22° 38°
14%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
14.4h daylight

July

July is the hottest month with highs of 41°C and lows of 25°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
25° 41°
22%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
14.1h daylight

August

August is hot with highs of 40°C and lows of 24°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
32°C
Temperature
24° 40°
24%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.3h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 36°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
20° 36°
23%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
13° 29°
28%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
21°
35%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.2h daylight

December

December is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall.

74 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
46%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

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