Glacier Park International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
FCA
ICAO Code
KGPI
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) serves Kalispell and the gateway communities for Glacier National Park in northwest Montana. It handles seasonal and year‑round scheduled passenger flights connecting to larger hub airports.

Glacier Park International Airport
Elevation: 907 m
48.3105, -114.2560

Terminal Guide for Glacier Park International Airport #

The airport has a single passenger terminal handling commercial flights and general aviation; facilities are sized to handle seasonal peaks associated with national-park travel.

Inter-terminal transfer is not applicable as there is a single main terminal building.

Getting to and From Glacier Park International Airport #

The airport is a short drive from Kalispell and about 30-45 minutes from Glacier National Park (West Glacier) depending on traffic and season.

  • Car/driving: Driving to Kalispell typically takes 10-20 minutes; West Glacier and park gateways take longer-allow 30-60 minutes depending on destination.
  • Taxis/rideshare: Taxi and limited rideshare services operate; rideshare coverage can be sparse in rural Montana.
  • Rental cars/parking: Rental cars are the most convenient option and are available on-site; parking is available.
  • Public transit/shuttles: Some shuttle services operate seasonally to park gateways-book in advance.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Glacier Park International Airport #

Facilities support tourist traffic and regional needs.

  • Lounges: No major network lounges; small waiting areas for passengers.
  • Food & drink: Terminal offers casual dining and grab‑and‑go options, with greater variety during summer months.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi and charging points available in the terminal.
  • Accessibility: The terminal is accessible; arrange assistance with your airline if required.

Hotels and Layovers at Glacier Park International Airport #

Hotels are located in Kalispell and nearby towns; there is no on‑airport hotel at Glacier Park International. For layovers consider hotels in Kalispell or Whitefish and confirm shuttle options.

Tip for long layovers: use the nearby town of Kalispell for dining and rest; several hotels offer day rooms in peak season.

Tips for Glacier Park International Airport #

  • Glacier Park services the West Glacier/Whitefish region-flight schedules are highly seasonal, with more flights in summer.
  • If you’re heading to Glacier National Park, check road travel times from the airport; roads can be slow in peak season and in winter.
  • Car rental is the most convenient onward transport-reserve early in summer.

Weather & Climate near Glacier Park International Airport #

Climate

Glacier Park International Airport's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 28°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 30 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-39°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-10° -1°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-8°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
19°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
15.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with 59 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
23°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.8h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
27°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
15.5h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
28°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
22°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of -1°C. The driest month with just 26 mm and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 14°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-9° -1°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.2h daylight

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