City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
COS
ICAO Code
KCOS
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
Unknown

Colorado Springs Municipal Airport is the primary commercial airport serving Colorado Springs. It is a single terminal regional airport with scheduled service to larger U.S. hubs rather than serving as an airline hub.

The layout is compact with ticketing, security and gates in one terminal complex, making connections and transfers straightforward.

City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport
Elevation: 1885 m
38.8058, -104.7010

Terminal Guide for Colorado Springs Municipal Airport #

The airport operates from a single passenger terminal building that handles arrivals and departures for its scheduled services. Ticketing, baggage claim and gates are in close proximity within the same building.

Because there is only one terminal, passengers move between areas on foot; there are no inter‑terminal transfers required.

Getting to and From Colorado Springs Municipal Airport #

Main ground options are rental cars, airport shuttles, taxis and rideshare; downtown Colorado Springs is typically about a 10-20 minute drive from the terminal.

  • Car / driving: On‑site parking and rental car counters at the terminal; driving is the quickest way to nearby destinations.
  • Taxis & shuttles: Local taxi services and hotel shuttles operate; shared shuttles to regional destinations may be available.
  • Rideshare: Uber and Lyft operate to/from the airport - follow signs to designated pickup points.
  • Public transit: Regional bus routes serve parts of the city; schedules vary so check provider timetables.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Colorado Springs Municipal Airport #

Facilities are typical of a regional commercial airport: car rental desks, basic dining and retail, parking and customer service counters.

  • Lounges: No major airline lounges are expected at a smaller municipal airport.
  • Food & drink: Limited concessions in the terminal; hours may be reduced in the evening.
  • Wi‑Fi: Free airport Wi‑Fi is commonly available with a sign‑in portal.
  • Charging & seating: Charging points in gate areas; seating options near gates and ticketing.
  • Accessibility: ADA services are available; request assistance from your carrier if needed.

Hotels and Layovers at Colorado Springs Municipal Airport #

Nearby accommodation: Several hotels are located within a few minutes’ drive of the terminal, many offering airport shuttles.

Layover tips: For late arrivals, choose a hotel with 24‑hour front desk service; there are no transit hotels inside the terminal.

Tips for City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport #

  • Downtown is close: Colorado Springs Municipal Airport is a short drive from downtown Colorado Springs - expect ~15 minutes without heavy traffic.
  • Altitude & weather: Flights can be disrupted by winter weather; watch for deicing delays in cold months.
  • Parking options: Short‑term and long‑term parking are available close to the terminal - use the official airport website for current rates.

Weather & Climate near City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport #

Climate

City of Colorado Springs Municipal 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 -9°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 26 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
-27°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -9°C. The driest month with just 8 mm.

62 Good

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-9°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -7°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-7°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.6h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4° 11°
53%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
16°
50%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.1h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
21°
50%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
14.1h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).

86 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
10° 27°
43%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
14.6h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).

84 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
13° 30°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
14.4h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 71 mm of rain.

84 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 28°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
24°
48%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 18°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.

80 Excellent

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
18°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
11.1h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall.

72 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5° 11°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.0h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 7°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall.

62 Good

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-9°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

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