IATA Code
VEL
ICAO Code
KVEL
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Vernal Regional Airport is a small regional airport in northeastern Utah that serves Vernal and the Uintah Basin. It primarily handles domestic regional flights and general aviation through a single passenger terminal.

The facility is compact with a straightforward layout: landside check-in and a modest departure lounge suitable for short domestic sectors rather than long-haul connections.

Vernal Regional Airport
Elevation: 1608 m
40.4362, -109.5117

Getting to and From Vernal Regional Airport #

Typical travel to Vernal town centre is by car or taxi and takes about 5-15 minutes depending on exact destination.

  • Car / driving: Most convenient; short-term parking is usually available.
  • Taxi / ride-share: Taxis operate in the area; ride-share availability may be limited depending on local coverage.
  • Rental cars: Often available locally and useful for onward travel into the region.
  • Public transit: Regular bus services to the airport are uncommon-check local transit providers.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Vernal Regional Airport #

Facilities are basic: ticketing, a small waiting area, restrooms and limited food options (vending or a small cafe). There are no major retail stores or airline lounges.

Wi‑Fi availability varies; charging points are present but limited. Accessibility assistance should be arranged with carriers in advance if required.

Tips for Vernal Regional Airport #

  • Flight options at small US regional airports can be limited-verify schedules and plan ground transport ahead.
  • Rental cars are often the most convenient way to continue journeys from Vernal-book in advance during peak seasons.
  • Weather in winter can impact flights and road travel; check forecasts if travelling in cold months.

Weather & Climate near Vernal Regional Airport #

Climate

Vernal Regional Airport's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -14°C to 32°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 22 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-26°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -14° - -1° -11° 12 mm partly cloudy 74% 1.6 m/s 0.3 low 9.5h
February Acceptable -11° - 3° -7° 12 mm partly cloudy 65% 1.9 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.5h
March Good -5° - 11° 0° 18 mm partly cloudy 56% 2.8 m/s 1.0 high 11.8h
April Very Good -1° - 17° 6° 25 mm partly cloudy 50% 3.3 m/s 1.5 very high 13.1h
May Very Good 4° - 22° 13° 29 mm partly cloudy 45% 3.3 m/s 2.0 very high 14.3h
June Ideal 8° - 28° 18° 20 mm some cloud 34% 3.0 m/s 2.5 extreme 14.8h
July Excellent 11° - 32° 22° 20 mm some cloud 34% 2.7 m/s 2.5 extreme 14.6h
August Excellent 11° - 31° 21° 18 mm some cloud 37% 2.5 m/s 2.1 extreme 13.6h
September Ideal 6° - 25° 16° 23 mm mostly sunny 41% 2.4 m/s 1.6 very high 12.3h
October Very Good -1° - 18° 8° 27 mm some cloud 50% 2.2 m/s 0.9 moderate 11.0h
November Good -7° - 8° -2° 15 mm partly cloudy 60% 2.0 m/s 0.5 low 9.8h
December Poor -12° - 1° -9° 13 mm partly cloudy 72% 1.6 m/s 0.3 low 9.2h

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