Colorado Springs Airport (Colorado Springs Municipal Airport) (COS) – Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA

Your comprehensive guide to Colorado Springs Airport (IATA: COS, ICAO: KCOS), also known as Colorado Springs Municipal Airport, serving Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak region.

🏢 Terminal Information & Services

The single terminal has two concourses (East and West) connected by a central rotunda. Amenities include:

Central Rotunda (Ground Level)

• Check-In & Ticketing counters for all carriers on the ground level of the rotunda.
• Shared baggage claim area with two carousels on the lower level.
• Information Desk and Lost & Found located near the main entrance.
• Restrooms, family restrooms, and nursing rooms adjacent to the rotunda.
• Free Wi-Fi and charging stations throughout the rotunda seating areas.
• Coffee and snack kiosks (Starbucks, Grab & Go) in the rotunda.

West Concourse (Gates A1–A6)

• Gates A1–A2: Served by American Eagle (to Dallas/Fort Worth, Chicago O’Hare).
• Gates A3–A4: Served by United Express (to Denver, Houston).
• Gates A5–A6: Served by Allegiant Air (to Las Vegas, Phoenix–Mesa) and seasonal charters.
• Dining & Retail:
  • Starbucks – Coffee and pastries near Gate A2.
  • Grab & Go – Snacks, sandwiches near Gate A4.
  • Hudson News – Magazines, snacks near Gate A3.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, and family restrooms throughout the concourse.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate A1 and outdoor relief adjacent to the west entrance.

East Concourse (Gates B1–B5)

• Gates B1–B2: Served by Southwest Airlines (to Chicago Midway, Las Vegas).
• Gates B3–B5: Served by Delta Air Lines (to Salt Lake City), Boutique Air (to Denver), and United Express (to Denver during peak seasons).
• Dining & Retail:
  • The Local Table – Colorado-inspired fare near Gate B2.
  • Peet’s Coffee – Coffee near Gate B4.
  • Hudson News – Travel essentials near Gate B3.
• Lounges:
  • Allegiant Lounge – Near Gate B5 (day pass or membership required).
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, family restrooms, and nursing rooms throughout.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate B1 and outdoor relief adjacent to the east entrance.

✈️ Runways & Aircraft Services

• Runway 17/35: 12,000 ft × 150 ft, concrete/asphalt – primary runway handling all commercial jets, wide-body charters, and general aviation.
• Runway 13/31: 8,000 ft × 150 ft, asphalt – secondary runway used for general aviation and crosswind operations.
• General Aviation FBOs:
  • Atlantic Aviation – Full-service fuel (Jet A, Avgas), hangars, tie-downs, maintenance, and pilot lounges.
  • Signature Flight Support – Executive terminal services, fueling, hangars, and concierge.
• Cargo Facilities: Dedicated ramp area serving FedEx, UPS, DHL, and Amazon Air operations.
• Maintenance & Repair: On-field MRO services offer line maintenance, avionics, inspections, and heavy repairs.
• Noise Abatement: Standard noise abatement procedures with preferential runway use and reduced thrust departures to minimize noise over neighboring communities.

🚗 Ground Transportation

• Mountain Metropolitan Transit (MMT): Route 9 connects the airport with downtown Colorado Springs; check schedules at coloradosprings.gov/mmt.
• Shuttle Services:
  • Mountain Metro Express – Shared-ride shuttle to Denver Airport (DIA) and Denver region; reserve in advance.
  • Various hotel courtesy shuttles serve downtown and outlying resort areas—arrange with your hotel.
• Rental Cars: Rental Car Center adjacent to the terminal; accessible via covered walkway. Major agencies: Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Alamo.
• Taxis & Rideshare: Taxi stand and rideshare (Uber, Lyft) pickup/drop-off on the ground transportation level outside the main terminal entrance—follow signage.
• Parking:
  • Short-Term Parking Garage: Covered parking directly connected to the terminal via skybridge.
  • Long-Term Parking Lot: Surface lot with shuttle service to the terminal every 10 minutes.
  • Economy Parking Lot: More economical surface lot with shuttle service every 15 minutes.
  • Cell Phone Waiting Lot: Free waiting area off Milton E Proby Parkway—monitor flight status and pick up passengers curbside when ready.
• Private Car & Limousine: Prearranged pickups on the ground transportation level outside the terminal—designated limo zones are marked by signage.
• Bike & Pedestrian Access: Bike racks available near the terminal entrance; sidewalks connect to local trails and neighborhoods.

📞 Contact & Official Information

Colorado Springs Airport (Colorado Springs Municipal Airport) is owned and operated by the City of Colorado Springs Department of Aviation.

• Official Site: coloradosprings.gov/airport
• Phone (General Information): +1 719-574-1100
• Airport Administration: +1 719-574-1100 (Ext. 1)
• FBO – Atlantic Aviation: +1 719-550-7700
• FBO – Signature Flight Support: +1 719-550-7722
• Lost & Found: +1 719-574-1100 (Ext. 2)
• Address: 7770 Milton E Proby Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO 80916, USA