Bozeman airport (BZN)

Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (IATA code: BZN) serves the city of Bozeman, Belgrade, and the broader Gallatin County area in Montana. It is the premier air gateway for Yellowstone National Park and the Big Sky ski resorts. The airport provides scheduled flights to key domestic hubs and leisure destinations across the United States via carriers such as Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, and United Airlines.

Official Website: bozemanairport.com

Phone: +1 (406) 388-6632

Terminals

The airport features a single two-story terminal building. The lower level houses airline ticket counters, baggage claim carousels, and rental car desks. The upper level features the TSA security checkpoint, which connects to two boarding areas: Concourse A (gates A1 to A5) and Concourse B (gates B1 to B7). The terminal opens at 4:00 a.m. and closes approximately 30 minutes after the last nightly flight arrival (around midnight or 1:00 a.m.).

Annual Passenger Traffic (2025): 2,809,419 passengers traveled through the facility.

Information Desks

An information center is situated on the ground floor next to the baggage claim area.

 Location

The airport is located in Belgrade, 8 miles (13 km) northwest of Bozeman, in Gallatin County, Montana.

What services does Bozeman airport (BZN) offer?

The terminal features a lodge-style ambiance with stone fireplaces, timber architecture, and scenic views of the Bridger Mountain Range.

Financial Services and Connectivity

• ATMs: Cash machines are available on the ground floor before security.
• Currency Exchange: There are no foreign exchange desks within the passenger terminal.
• Wi-Fi: Complimentary high-speed wireless internet access is available throughout the terminal.

Food and Dining

• Pre-security: The Copper Horse Bistro offers coffee, sandwiches, burritos, and full bar service.
• Post-security: The Copper Horse Restaurant and Lounge (open from 4:15 a.m. until 30 minutes after the last departure), Ross Peak Grill and Bar, Taco Jet, specialty espresso kiosks, and the grab-and-go BZN Market Place.

Retail and Shopping

• Yellowstone Park Store: Located in the main lobby before security, featuring books, guides, and Yellowstone souvenirs.
• Montana Gift Corral: Regional merchandise, apparel, and souvenirs from Montana.
• Copper Horse Market: Convenience store offering beverages, snacks, packaged beer, wine, and travel sundries. The airport does not have a duty-free shop or pharmacy.

Baggage Services

• Luggage Storage: Storage lockers and left-luggage facilities are not available due to security regulations.
• Lost and Found: Operated by airport administration via an online inquiry form on the official website. For items left on an aircraft, passengers must contact their airline directly.

Additional Amenities

Conference meeting rooms, an aviation history gallery, and local art displays throughout the boarding areas.

Public and private transportation

The airport is located approximately 15 to 20 minutes by road from downtown Bozeman and about an hour from Big Sky.

Shuttles and Regional Buses

Karst Stage operates scheduled bus and shuttle routes linking the airport with Big Sky, West Yellowstone, and Mammoth Hot Springs. Private transfers and charter shuttles are also available through providers such as Big Sky Shuttle, Shuttle to Big Sky, 406 Shuttle, and Peak Shuttle.

Rideshare Services

Uber and Lyft operate at the airport, with designated passenger pickup zones clearly marked along the front terminal curb. Estimated fares to downtown Bozeman range around USD 30-35 depending on demand.

Taxis and Limousines

Taxi stands and livery services are available curbside outside the arrivals hall. Authorized providers servicing the airport include Classic Limo, One Call Taxi, Lone Peak Taxi, and Treasure State Limo.

Car rental agencies

On-Site Rental Desks

Major rental car companies maintain service counters on the lower level, immediately adjacent to baggage claim. Vehicle pick-up and return are located in the consolidated parking and rental car facility directly connected by a covered walkway:

• Alamo
• Avis
• Budget
• Dollar
• Enterprise
• Hertz
• National
• Thrifty

Go Rentals operates from the Jet Aviation FBO facility (530 Wings Way).

Off-Site Rental Agencies

Additional vehicle providers offering off-airport coordination and pickup include Explore Rentals, Journey Rent-A-Car, Rent-A-Car Montana, Montana Overlanding, and Turo.

Parking services at Bozeman airport (BZN)

On-site parking at BZN is managed by LAZ Parking (contact numbers: +1 (406) 388-4427 / +1 (406) 970-6427) across three lots adjacent to the terminal building.

Parking Facilities

• Premium Lot A (outdoor, directly facing terminal): The first 60 minutes are free of charge. Each additional 30 minutes costs USD 3.00, up to a daily maximum of USD 15.00 and a weekly cap of USD 105.00. Features an attended cashier booth accepting cash and credit cards.
• Economy Lot B (outdoor): Designed for longer stays. Rates are USD 2.00 per 30 minutes with a daily maximum of USD 12.00 (no initial free grace period). Credit card payment only.
• Premium Covered Lot C (ground floor covered garage): Covered parking shielded from winter weather. Rates are USD 3.00 per half hour up to a daily maximum of USD 24.00. Credit card payment only (no free initial hour).

Check official parking rates

Facilities for passengers with special needs

The terminal facility is fully accessible to travelers with special assistance requirements.

Special Assistance Requests

Wheelchair assistance and transit help through the terminal and during boarding must be arranged directly with the operating airline prior to travel or at the airline check-in counter.

Infrastructure and Accessibility

The airport features ground-level access ramps, elevators connecting lower and upper levels, accessible restrooms, and covered boarding jet bridges. Travelers with medical needs or disabilities can also request specialized security screening assistance via TSA Cares at least 72 hours prior to travel by calling +1 (866) 289-9673.

Mother's Nursing Room

A private, fully equipped Mother's Room for nursing mothers is located post-security in Concourse B.

Service Animal Relief Area

A dedicated indoor Service Animal Relief Area is available post-security in Concourse B, stocked with cleanup supplies.

Unaccompanied Minors

Escort services and guidelines for minors traveling alone are handled directly by each individual airline.