Jackson Hole Airport (KJAC), Wyoming
Landing essentials
Whether you can land, whether you can refuel, and how customs works here.
Overview
Jackson Hole Airport (KJAC) serves the Jackson, Wyoming area with a single asphalt runway at 6,451 feet elevation, ranking as a Tier 1 facility with substantial business aviation activity. The tower-operated field sits within a mountain valley environment that brings distinct seasonal wildlife and weather considerations, along with noise abatement procedures for departures on Runway 19. Customs is not available onsite, with the nearest facility located at KBZN, roughly 131 nautical miles away.
Runways
Jackson Hole Airport has one paved runway, 01/19, 6,300 ft long and 150 ft wide, with an asphalt surface.
Runway geometry from published threshold coordinates. Not for navigation.
Source: FAA Form 5010.
Fuel and airfield services
Jackson Hole Airport has Jet A and 100LL available on the field. Fueling is available from 7am to 9:30pm, daily, and the airport has an operating control tower.
Source: FAA Form 5010 / NASR.
Customs
Jackson Hole Airport does not clear customs. The nearest port of entry is Bozeman Yellowstone International (KBZN), 131 NM away.
Source: CBP list of ports of entry.
Business aviation traffic
Jackson Hole Airport recorded 18,612 business aviation movements in 2025. Traffic peaks in August. Business aviation traffic at KJAC concentrates heavily in the summer months, peaking in July and August, with a secondary rise in January and February.
Business jet movements, FAA TFMSC count. Peak month August, 2,666 movements in 2025.
Source: FAA TFMSC, business jet movements, 2025.
Climate
Jackson Hole Airport averages 3.3 days above 90°F in July, 30.9 freeze days in January and 11.7 snow days in January. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 81.7°F, and January the coldest, at 27.4°F.
Weather station is 2.9 NM from the field. Some values are estimated by the agency. 1991–2020 climate normals.
Source: NOAA NCEI.
Operating constraints
Jackson Hole Airport has published operating constraints in four categories: runway notes, noise procedures, pavement strength and other notes.
Trees 35 to 53 feet tall are located 700 to 800 feet west of the Runway 01 threshold.
When the airport traffic control tower is closed, pilots can activate the MALS on Runway 01 and 19, HIRL on Runway 01/19, RCLS on Runway 01/19, taxiway lights, and the wind direction indicator via CTAF.
Aircraft that fail to touch down within the first third of Runway 01/19 sometimes fail to stop on the runway and are at risk of a runway excursion.
A paved 950 by 200 foot safety area is located at the departure end of Runway 19; it is not usable for performance calculations and is plowed and broomed during winter.
Aircraft pushing back from the terminal cause congestion, making Taxiway A2 unavailable; coordinate runway exits with the tower.
Noise abatement procedures are in effect for aircraft departures on Runway 19.
PCR VALUE: 508/F/C/X/T
Sage grouse are present on and in the vicinity of the airport from April through October.
Severe winter conditions are possible from November through April; airport information and snow removal are not guaranteed during hours of non-attendance.
Hang gliding operations occur 9 miles south of the airport near a ski area and 9 miles southwest of the airport along the ridge.
Balloon operations occur in the vicinity of the airport, west and southwest, from May through October.
For public health and safety flights, contact the airport manager.
A deicing pad is located at the north end of Taxiway A.
This is a cold temperature airport; altitude correction is required at or below -21C.
For clearance delivery, if unable to contact on the FSS frequency, contact Jackson Hole tower ground during normal operating hours. Outside of normal operating hours, contact Salt Lake ARTCC.
All movement area surfaces are available for air carrier operations.
Source: FAA Chart Supplement.
Nearby airfields
Jackson Hole Airport has five airfields within 49 NM. The closest is Driggs / Reed Memorial (KDIJ), 17.47 NM northwest.
Part of the Jackson Hole area.
Source: Skystar calculation from official coordinates.
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Frequently asked questions
Is customs clearance available at KJAC?
Jackson Hole Airport does not have onsite customs. The nearest customs facility is at KBZN, located approximately 131 nautical miles away. Operators arriving from international origins need to plan a stop at that facility or another customs airport of entry before proceeding to KJAC. This distance should factor into fuel planning and routing for any international arrival. Dispatchers should confirm current customs procedures directly with KBZN ahead of any cross-border flight.
What is the runway length available at KJAC?
Jackson Hole Airport has a single runway, 01/19, measuring 6,300 feet long and 150 feet wide with an asphalt surface. This is also listed as the airport's max paved length. The field elevation is 6,451 feet, which affects density altitude performance calculations, particularly in summer months. Operators should also note the cold temperature airport designation, which requires altitude corrections at or below -21C. Runway excursion risk has been noted for aircraft that fail to touch down within the first third of the runway.
When is Jackson Hole Airport busiest for business aviation traffic?
Business aviation traffic at Jackson Hole Airport, per FAA TFMSC data for 2025, peaks in July and August, with 2,388 and 2,666 operations respectively. This summer surge contrasts with much lighter months like April, which recorded only 580 operations. Total annual business aviation operations reached 18,612 out of 33,472 overall airport operations. Dispatchers planning summer trips into KJAC should anticipate higher traffic density and potential congestion during these peak months. Winter months show a secondary traffic increase in January and February tied to seasonal activity.
What winter operational conditions should crews expect at KJAC?
Jackson Hole Airport can experience severe winter conditions from November through April, and neither airport information nor snow removal is guaranteed during hours when the field is unattended. The airport operates on an ALL / ALL 0700-2130 attendance schedule. A deicing pad is located at the north end of Taxiway A for crews needing to deice before departure. KJAC is also designated a cold temperature airport, requiring altitude corrections at or below -21C for approach planning. Crews should confirm field conditions directly given the lack of guaranteed winter maintenance outside staffed hours.
Are there wildlife or airspace hazards near KJAC to be aware of?
Jackson Hole Airport has several noted hazards in the vicinity. Sage grouse are present on and in the vicinity of the airport from April through October. Hang gliding operations occur nine miles south near a ski area and nine miles southwest along a ridge. Balloon operations take place west and southwest of the airport between May and October. Crews operating in and around KJAC during these months should maintain awareness of these activities, particularly during approach and departure phases.