Grand Junction Regional Airport
Grand Junction Regional Airport is the main public airport serving Grand Junction in western Colorado, giving travelers a practical gateway to the city, nearby business districts, and the wider canyon-and-mesa landscape of the region. Identified as GJT and KGJT, it is classified as a medium airport and operates in the America/Denver time zone, so visitors should plan around Mountain Time when checking flight schedules, pickup times, and same-day connections.
About Grand Junction Regional Airport
Grand Junction Regional Airport is the main public airport serving Grand Junction in western Colorado, giving travelers a practical gateway to the city, nearby business districts, and the wider canyon-and-mesa landscape of the region. Identified as GJT and KGJT, it is classified as a medium airport and operates in the America/Denver time zone, so visitors should plan around Mountain Time when checking flight schedules, pickup times, and same-day connections.
Overview
Grand Junction Regional Airport is the main public airport serving Grand Junction in western Colorado, giving travelers a practical gateway to the city, nearby business districts, and the wider canyon-and-mesa landscape of the region. Identified as GJT and KGJT, it is classified as a medium airport and operates in the America/Denver time zone, so visitors should plan around Mountain Time when checking flight schedules, pickup times, and same-day connections.
Quick facts
- Airport name: Grand Junction Regional Airport
- Location served: Grand Junction, United States
- Codes: GJT (IATA) and KGJT (ICAO)
- Elevation: 4,858 feet (1,481 m) above sea level
- Official website: http://www.gjairport.com/
Airfield and travel planning
The airport sits at a relatively high elevation, which is useful context for visitors unfamiliar with mountain and high-desert travel, especially when weather or aircraft performance can affect operations. Grand Junction Regional Airport has two lighted asphalt runways: runway 04/22 measures 5,501 feet, while runway 11/29 extends to 9,339 feet, giving the airfield flexibility for different aircraft and operating conditions. For travelers, that means it functions as a well-equipped regional entry point rather than a tiny local strip, while still offering the easier scale and quicker orientation many passengers prefer over a much larger hub.
Before you go
For the most reliable pre-trip information, check the airport’s official website before departure for parking, ground transportation, arrivals and departures, and any airport-specific advisories. Because Grand Junction is often used as a base for exploring western Colorado, it is smart to confirm local driving times, weather conditions, and pickup arrangements in advance, particularly if you are heading onward to outdoor destinations.
Routes
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FAQ
Grand Junction Regional Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Grand Junction Regional Airport is located in Grand Junction, United States (North America), at coordinates 39.120°, -108.530°.
- Its IATA code is GJT and its ICAO code is KGJT.
- Grand Junction Regional Airport serves Grand Junction, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Grand Junction Regional Airport 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.
- Grand Junction Regional Airport sits at latitude 39.120° and longitude -108.530°. 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 GJT. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for GJT is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from GJT on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is Walker Field Drive, Grand Junction, Colorado, 81506, United States. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- 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.