Gallup Municipal Airport — Gallup, United States
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Distance & flight time from GUP
Gallup Municipal Airport
GUP is Gallup Municipal Airport, serving Gallup, New Mexico, a city closely tied to Native American culture and commerce, situated near the Navajo Nation and Zuni Pueblo lands. The airport supports general aviation and limited charter services, functioning as a regional access point for a city often called the Heart of Indian Country due to its role as a trading and arts hub for Southwestern tribal communities. GUP does not typically see large scheduled commercial airline traffic, with most visitors to Gallup arriving by road along historic Route 66, which passes directly through the city. The airport remains a useful option for private and business aviation in this part of northwestern New Mexico.
Runways at Gallup Municipal Airport (GUP)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 7312 ft (2229 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Gallup Municipal Airport (GUP)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 118.375 MHz |
| RDO | ALBUQUERQUE RDO | 122.6 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Gallup Municipal Airport (GUP)
- Four Corners Regional Airport (FMN) — 145.6 km (90.5 mi)
- Show Low Regional Airport (SOW) — 177.8 km (110.5 mi)
- Winslow Lindbergh Regional Airport (INW) — 183.9 km (114.3 mi)
- Cortez Municipal Airport (CEZ) — 199.7 km (124.1 mi)
- Durango La Plata County Airport (DRO) — 204.5 km (127.1 mi)
- Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) — 204.7 km (127.2 mi)
- Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) — 244.4 km (151.9 mi)
- Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG) — 264.7 km (164.5 mi)
GUP serves Gallup, New Mexico, a hub for Native American arts and trade along Route 66; it primarily handles general aviation rather than scheduled airline flights.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Gallup Municipal Airport?
The IATA code for Gallup Municipal Airport is GUP.
What is the ICAO code for Gallup Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Gallup Municipal Airport is KGUP. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.