Golden Triangle Regional Airport
Golden Triangle Regional Airport is the main air gateway for the Columbus, West Point, and Starkville area in Mississippi, making it a practical entry point for business trips, university visits, and regional travel. Identified by the codes GTR and KGTR, it is classified as a medium airport, which usually means a simpler, less hectic experience than a major hub. For many travellers, that translates into shorter walks, easier navigation, and a more straightforward arrival or departure.
About Golden Triangle Regional Airport
Golden Triangle Regional Airport is the main air gateway for the Columbus, West Point, and Starkville area in Mississippi, making it a practical entry point for business trips, university visits, and regional travel. Identified by the codes GTR and KGTR, it is classified as a medium airport, which usually means a simpler, less hectic experience than a major hub. For many travellers, that translates into shorter walks, easier navigation, and a more straightforward arrival or departure.
Overview
Golden Triangle Regional Airport is the main air gateway for the Columbus, West Point, and Starkville area in Mississippi, making it a practical entry point for business trips, university visits, and regional travel. Identified by the codes GTR and KGTR, it is classified as a medium airport, which usually means a simpler, less hectic experience than a major hub. For many travellers, that translates into shorter walks, easier navigation, and a more straightforward arrival or departure.
What travellers should know
- The airport serves the Columbus, West Point, and Starkville region in the United States.
- Its single runway, 18/36, is 8,003 feet long, asphalt surfaced, and lighted for operations after dark.
- The airfield sits at an elevation of 264 feet, or 80 metres, above sea level.
- Local time follows the America/Chicago time zone, useful to double-check when planning pickups or connections.
On the ground
Because Golden Triangle Regional Airport is not an oversized international hub, it suits travellers who value convenience over complexity. The compact scale can make meeting arriving passengers easier and can reduce the stress that often comes with larger airports. If you are heading to Mississippi State University in Starkville, visiting Columbus, or travelling for work in the wider Golden Triangle area, GTR offers a direct regional option that keeps the journey focused and manageable.
Best for
This airport is especially well suited to travellers who want quick access to northeastern Mississippi without the longer drive from a bigger city airport. Its straightforward layout, regional role, and manageable size make it a sensible choice for short trips, family visits, campus travel, and business itineraries where efficiency matters.
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FAQ
Golden Triangle 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
- Golden Triangle Regional Airport is located in Columbus, United States (North America), at coordinates 33.450°, -88.600°.
- Its IATA code is GTR and its ICAO code is KGTR.
- Golden Triangle Regional Airport serves Columbus, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Golden Triangle Regional Airport operates on America/Chicago 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.
- Golden Triangle Regional Airport sits at latitude 33.450° and longitude -88.600°. 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 GTR. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for GTR is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from GTR on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is 2080 Airport Road, Columbus, Mississippi, 39701, United States, the phone number is +1 662-327-4422, the official website is http://www.gtra.com/. 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.