Johnson County
Johnson County Airport, identified as BYG and KBYG, is the small airport serving Buffalo in the United States. For travelers, that usually means a simpler, lower-stress arrival and departure experience than at a major hub, with shorter distances between parking, curbside drop-off, and the airfield. Set at an elevation of 4,968 feet (1,514 m), the airport also sits in Wyoming’s high plains environment, so visitors should expect a drier climate and stronger sun than they may be used to at lower elevations.
About Johnson County
Johnson County Airport, identified as BYG and KBYG, is the small airport serving Buffalo in the United States. For travelers, that usually means a simpler, lower-stress arrival and departure experience than at a major hub, with shorter distances between parking, curbside drop-off, and the airfield. Set at an elevation of 4,968 feet (1,514 m), the airport also sits in Wyoming’s high plains environment, so visitors should expect a drier climate and stronger sun than they may be used to at lower elevations.
Overview
Johnson County Airport, identified as BYG and KBYG, is the small airport serving Buffalo in the United States. For travelers, that usually means a simpler, lower-stress arrival and departure experience than at a major hub, with shorter distances between parking, curbside drop-off, and the airfield. Set at an elevation of 4,968 feet (1,514 m), the airport also sits in Wyoming’s high plains environment, so visitors should expect a drier climate and stronger sun than they may be used to at lower elevations.
Airfield Details
- The airport has one runway: 13/31.
- Runway 13/31 is 6,143 feet long.
- The runway surface is asphalt.
- The runway is lighted, which supports operations in lower-light periods.
- The airport operates in the America/Denver time zone.
What This Means for Travelers
Because Johnson County Airport is a small airport, it is best approached as a practical local gateway rather than a place packed with big-terminal amenities. Check your booking details carefully, arrive with time to spare but without the long buffers common at large airports, and confirm all times in the local America/Denver time zone, especially if you are connecting from another region. The field elevation can also matter for some visitors: if you are sensitive to altitude, drink water, take it easy after arrival, and remember that weather and flying conditions in higher, open country can change quickly compared with lower-elevation destinations.
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FAQ
Johnson County — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Johnson County is located in Buffalo, United States (North America), at coordinates 44.350°, -106.700°.
- Its IATA code is BYG and its ICAO code is KBYG.
- Johnson County serves Buffalo, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Johnson County operates on America/Denver local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Johnson County sits at latitude 44.350° and longitude -106.700°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from BYG. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for BYG is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from BYG on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in United States. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.