Great Falls International Airport (GTF)

Great Falls International Airport (IATA code: GTF) serves Cascade County, Montana, United States. It operates domestic flights connecting the region to major airline hubs across the country.

Official Website: flygtf.com

Phone: +1 406-727-3404

Terminals

The airport features a single passenger terminal building on two levels: the lower level houses baggage claim and airline check-in desks, while the upper level hosts the TSA security checkpoint, boarding gates, an observation area, and dining and retail options. The terminal operates based on commercial flight schedules and closes overnight after the departure of the last scheduled flight.

Annual passenger traffic (2024): 371,000 passengers.

Information Desks

There is no dedicated 24-hour tourist information desk; airport security staff assists passengers with inquiries within the terminal.

 Location

The airport is located 3 miles (5 km, approximately 10 to 12 minutes) southwest of downtown Great Falls in Cascade County, Montana.

What services does Great Falls International Airport (GTF) offer?

The terminal offers practical amenities and meeting facilities for travelers:

Finance & Connectivity

• Wi-Fi: complimentary wireless internet access is available throughout the terminal building.
• ATMs: cash machines are available in public areas. Currency exchange services are not provided.

Dining

• Airport Restaurant: located on the second floor before the TSA security checkpoint. Offers a full breakfast and lunch menu, open from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM (closed on Saturdays).
• Rockies Bar and Grill: located airside past TSA security. Open for all scheduled departing flights, serving hot meals, sandwiches, salads, cocktails, and craft beers with views of the airfield and the Rocky Mountains.

Shopping

On the second level, before security screening, the Gift Shop is open daily from 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM, offering Montana souvenirs, handicrafts, light snacks, and beverages.

Other Services

• Observation Deck: a public viewing area located adjacent to the gift shop on the upper floor.
• Meeting and Event Rooms: banquet and conference spaces including The Panorama Room (capacity up to 350 people) and Top O' the Falls (up to 225 people).
• Customs & Border Protection: US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) FIS facility operating Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Accommodation near Great Falls International Airport (GTF)

On-site Accommodations

There are no hotels or sleep cabins located inside the terminal building.

Hotel Shuttles

Several lodging properties in the Great Falls area arrange shuttle service to and from the airport upon prior request when booking.

Nearby Hotels

Nearby accommodations are located along the Interstate 15 corridor and in downtown Great Falls:

• Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites (1.5 km / 0.9 miles)
• Holiday Inn Express & Suites Great Falls (1.9 km / 1.2 miles)

Public and private transportation

The airport is located about 3 miles (5 km) southwest of central Great Falls.

Ridesharing

Uber operates at the airport, with designated passenger pick-up areas located curbside in front of the terminal building.

Taxis

Local taxi and private car services provide transportation to downtown Great Falls and neighboring areas, including Sunshine Taxi, LLC, Diamond Cab, and BlackedOut 406 Limo & Taxi Service.

Local and Intercity Buses

Local public transit is provided by Great Falls Transit District. For regional and intercity bus routes, passengers can travel with Greyhound Bus Lines and Salt Lake Express.

Train

There is no direct railway connection at the airport. The closest Amtrak stations (serving the Empire Builder route) are located in Shelby and Havre.

Car rental agencies

Car rental agency counters are located on the ground floor of the terminal building (2800 Terminal Drive):

• Avis / Budget: Sunday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 11:30 PM.
• Enterprise: Sunday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
• Hertz: Sunday to Saturday from 7:00 AM to 11:45 PM.
• National / Alamo: Sunday to Saturday from 6:00 AM to 11:45 PM.

Additionally, peer-to-peer car sharing platform Turo maintains an official agreement with the airport, allowing vehicle pick-up and drop-off in the Hourly, Daily, and ValuPark parking lots, as well as designated metered spaces on Terminal Drive.

Parking services at Great Falls International Airport (GTF)

The airport features three outdoor parking lots equipped with automated barrier gates and credit or debit card payment only:

Parking Facilities

• Hourly Lot: situated directly in front of the terminal building. First 15 minutes free; $1.00 per each additional 30 minutes, with a daily maximum of $15.00.
• Daily Lot: located in front of the terminal. First 60 minutes free; $2.00 for the first additional 30 minutes and $2.00 for each subsequent 30 minutes, with a daily cap of $8.00 and a weekly maximum of $35.00.
• ValuPark Lot: economy long-term lot located near the entrance toll plaza. First 15 minutes free; $2.00 for 16 to 60 minutes and $1.00 per each 30 minutes thereafter, with a daily maximum of $7.00 and weekly cap of $25.00.

Important Information

Travelers planning to park their vehicle for extended periods (2 months or longer) must notify airport parking management in advance to prevent vehicle towing. Payment is processed by card upon exiting.

Check official parking rates

Facilities for passengers with special needs

The airport provides accessible facilities and special assistance services:

Special Assistance Requests

Passengers requiring wheelchair service or special boarding accommodations should make arrangements directly with their airline at least 48 hours prior to flight departure.

Through the federal TSA Cares program, travelers with medical conditions or disabilities can request guidance and checkpoint assistance 72 hours before traveling.

Accessibility & Infrastructure

The passenger terminal complies with ADA guidelines, featuring ramps, elevators connecting both floors, and accessible restroom facilities throughout.

Unaccompanied Minors

Policies for children traveling alone depend on the individual airline; carriers like Alaska, Delta, and United offer designated unaccompanied minor programs with advance reservation, whereas Allegiant Air does not accept unaccompanied minors under any circumstances.