Montrose Regional Airport — Montrose, United States
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Distance & flight time from MTJ
Montrose Regional Airport
MTJ, Montrose Regional Airport, serves western Colorado including Montrose, Telluride, and the broader San Juan Mountains region. It functions as a major gateway for ski tourists heading to Telluride Ski Resort, with seasonal nonstop flights from numerous U.S. cities during winter months. MTJ also supports the region's outdoor recreation economy year-round, including access to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. The airport has seen substantial growth in passenger traffic as Telluride and Montrose have become increasingly popular destinations, prompting terminal expansions to accommodate the seasonal surge in visitors from around the country.
Runways at Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 7510 ft (2289 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
| 17/35 | 10000 ft (3048 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 135.225 MHz |
| CNTR | DENVER CNTR | 125.35 MHz |
| RDO | DENVER RDO | 122.65 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.8 MHz |
Airports near Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ)
- Telluride Regional Airport (TEX) — 61.8 km (38.4 mi)
- Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC) — 83.5 km (51.9 mi)
- Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) — 87.9 km (54.6 mi)
- Garfield County Regional Airport (RIL) — 113.9 km (70.8 mi)
- Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) (ASE) — 119.0 km (73.9 mi)
- Cortez Municipal Airport (CEZ) — 148.8 km (92.5 mi)
- Durango La Plata County Airport (DRO) — 151.5 km (94.1 mi)
- Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) — 151.5 km (94.1 mi)
MTJ is Montrose Regional Airport, the main gateway to Telluride, Colorado. Searches usually focus on seasonal ski-season flights, nonstop routes, or comparing MTJ to Telluride's smaller local airport.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Montrose Regional Airport?
The IATA code for Montrose Regional Airport is MTJ.
What is the ICAO code for Montrose Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Montrose Regional Airport is KMTJ. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.