# MTJ — Montrose Regional Airport > Machine-readable reference for MTJ. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/MTJ.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-03T20:27:05.892+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Montrose Regional Airport - IATA: MTJ - ICAO: KMTJ - City: Montrose - Country: US (US) - Timezone: America/Denver - Distance from city: 3 miles (4.8 km) north of Montrose - Runways: 2 - Terminals: 1 - Annual passengers: : 295,000 - Official website: https://www.montroseairport.com ## Overview Welcome Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) feels like a secret mountain retreat disguised as a small-town terminal. This quirky hub serves as a gateway to Colorado's famed ski destinations like Telluride and Crested Butte, offering stunning mountain views and the convenience of local providers under one compact roof. During peak winter, it channels a ski resort vibe more than a typical airport, making travelers buzz with anticipation as they sip local craft brews and meet shuttle reps amid a lively scene. Yet, outside the ski season, it's a tranquil spot where security is swift and the lines are shorter than the coffee queues at Denver International. At a glance Annual passengers: 295,000 Runways: 2 Distance from Montrose: 3 miles (4.8 km) north Terminals: 1, with 7 gates Major airlines: Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines Terminals & layout Montrose Regional operates a singular, multi-use terminal that's easy to navigate, despite handling a surge of passengers during the ski season. It houses seven gates, providing access to flights primarily from Delta, Southwest, and United. The terminal's compact design means everything is just a short walk away, with the rental c… ## Terminals (2) - **Passenger terminal** — 7 gates · airlines: Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/terminals/1 - **Main Terminal** — 6 gates · airlines: United, American, Delta, Southwest URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/terminals/main-terminal ## Dining (3) - **Horsefly Brewery** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/restaurants/horsefly-brewery - **San Juan Coffeehouse** — Main Terminal · Coffee · Pastries · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/restaurants/san-juan-coffeehouse - **Shelter Distilling** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/restaurants/shelter-distilling ## Shops (2) - **CVS Vending Machines** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/shops/cvs-vending-machines - **Souvenir Shop** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/shops/souvenir-shop ## Parking (3) - **Long Term Parking Lot** — Surface lot · $11/day · Short walk from terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/parking/long-term-parking-lot - **Main Parking Lot** — Short and long term · /day/day, /hour/hr URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/parking/main-parking-lot - **Short Term Parking Lot** — Surface lot · $11/day · Adjacent to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/parking/short-term-parking-lot ## Ground transport (11) - **Courtesy Transportation** — Courtesy shuttle URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/transport/courtesy-transportation - **Crested Butte Shuttle Services** — Shuttle · 120-150 min to Crested Butte · $80-150 · By reservation URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/transport/crested-butte-shuttle-services - **Hotel Shuttles** — Van service URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/transport/hotel-shuttles - **Local Taxi Companies** — Taxi · 10-15 min to downtown Montrose · $15-30 · On demand URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/transport/local-taxi-companies - **Montrose / Regional Hotel Shuttles** — Shuttle · 5-20 min to nearby hotels · Free-$20 · By reservation URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/transport/montrose-regional-hotel-shuttles - **On-site Rental Cars** — Car rental URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/transport/on-site-rental-cars - **Rideshare Pickup** — Rideshare URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/transport/rideshare-pickup - **Ski Resort Shuttles** — Van service URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/transport/ski-resort-shuttles - **Taxi Services** — Taxi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/transport/taxi-services - **Telluride Express Shuttle** — Shuttle · 75-90 min to Telluride · $60-120 · Coordinated with flight arrivals URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/transport/telluride-express-shuttle - **Uber / Lyft** — Rideshare · 10-15 min to downtown Montrose · $10-25 · On demand URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/transport/uber-lyft ## Insider tips - _Time_: Aim for 90 minutes pre-departure during winter mornings for flights between 6:00-7:00 AM, as staffing may not keep pace with morning peak loads. - _Insider_: For Telluride and Crested Butte, pre-book your ski shuttle — the curb can resemble a chaotic parking lot of resort vans, especially after dark. - _Quiet_: For a quieter work environment, seek out the dedicated workspace rather than jostling for gate power outlets in winter. - _Local_: Sample local craft beer at Horsefly Brewing or unique spirits at Shelter Distilling right in the terminal before your flight. - _Avoid_: Watch for peak food waits with simultaneous flight boards; keep dining expectations modest and grabbable. - _Money_: Expect airport pricing mirroring Telluride’s glitzy resorts — drinks especially cost more than you’d imagine for a regional airport. - _Quiet_: Visit in shoulder seasons to enjoy a quieter terminal and less crowded resources. - _Avoid_: Dodge confusion at busy shuttle spots with a handy phone — keep it charged and confirmation screenshots ready due to unreliable reception outside the terminal. ## Travellers notes mentioning MTJ - [Jackson Hole vs. Montrose vs. Yampa Valley: How Their Winter Bottlenecks Actually Feel](https://airport.flights/notes/jac-why-the-tiny-ski) — by Reggie Camarillo, 2026-07-04 Why Jackson Hole Airport in Wyoming, Montrose Regional in western Colorado, and Yampa Valley Regional for Steamboat Springs feel so different on a peak ski Saturday, and how to pick the one that matches your risk toleran --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/MTJ.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/mtj/departures — HTML page with live departures