Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport
Airport Airport
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) serves Bozeman, Montana and is a primary gateway for Yellowstone National Park and nearby mountain destinations. Passenger numbers have grown substantially, especially during tourist seasons.
The airport has a single main terminal with a compact layout: ticketing and baggage claim landside, a single concourse of gates airside, and rental car and ground-transport facilities adjacent to the terminal.
Terminal Guide for Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport #
One passenger terminal building handles seasonal spikes in traffic and both domestic scheduled flights and charters. Check-in, security and concourse gates are all within the same terminal area; most passenger services and rental-car desks are located immediately outside baggage claim.
Getting to and From Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport #
Travel time to downtown Bozeman is typically 10-20 minutes by car depending on traffic and exact location.
- Taxi/transfers: Taxis and shared shuttles run between the airport and Bozeman or nearby resort towns; fares vary by operator.
- Ride-share: Uber and Lyft operate in the Bozeman area.
- Car hire: A variety of rental-car companies have counters at the terminal; this is the most flexible option for visitors.
- Bus/shuttle: Several private shuttle companies offer scheduled services to key destinations and hotels-book in advance during peak season.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport #
The airport offers a good range of services for a regional gateway, geared toward tourists and seasonal traffic.
- Lounges: A small public lounge and occasional airline-operated facilities may be available.
- Food & drink: A selection of cafés and sit-down/quick-service restaurants landside and airside.
- Wi‑Fi & charging: Free Wi‑Fi and plentiful charging outlets in gate seating.
- Luggage & services: Multiple rental-car providers, parking options and tourist information desks.
- Accessibility: Terminal is accessible and assistance can be requested through airlines or airport staff.
Tips for Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport #
- Bozeman is a very popular gateway to Yellowstone - book ground transport and rental cars well in advance during ski and summer seasons.
- The airport can be busy during peak seasons despite its relatively small size; expect security queues to lengthen in peak windows.
- Ground transport into Bozeman is easiest by prebooked shuttle, taxi or rental car - some hotels run complimentary shuttles but confirm ahead of time.
Weather & Climate near Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport #
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport'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 -12°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -9°C. The driest month with just 12 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 71 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.