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Laramie Regional Airport

Laramie, United States

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Laramie Regional Airport

Laramie, United States

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Wyoming's gateway airport serving the Laramie plains.

Location

Laramie, United States

Laramie Regional Airport (LAR/KLAR) is a small public airport serving Laramie, Wyoming, situated at an elevation of approximately 7,284 feet above sea level, making it one of the higher-elevation commercial airports in the United States. It provides essential air service to southeastern Wyoming, including the University of Wyoming community. The airport is owned and operated by the City of Laramie and handles a modest volume of passengers through scheduled commercial service and general aviation operations. Its high-altitude location can influence aircraft performance and weather conditions year-round. As a small regional facility, Laramie Regional Airport has benefited at various times from the Essential Air Service (EAS) program, which subsidizes commercial air service to smaller, underserved communities across the United States.

Terminals

The airport has a single small terminal building accommodating the limited scheduled commercial and general aviation traffic it serves.

Getting to & from

Ground transportation options include rental cars and taxi services, with the airport located a few miles from downtown Laramie.

Airlines here

United Express, operated by regional carriers, has historically provided service connecting Laramie to Denver International Airport.

Notable facts

›Elevation of approximately 7,284 feet MSL makes it one of the higher commercial airports in the U.S.
›Located about 3 miles west of downtown Laramie, Wyoming.
›Serves the University of Wyoming, which is based in Laramie.
›Has historically received Essential Air Service (EAS) federal subsidies.
›Primary scheduled service has connected Laramie to Denver, a major hub.

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Gateway to Wyoming's high plains and Rocky Mountain horizons

Laramie Regional Airport (LAR) serves the southeastern Wyoming city of Laramie, home to the University of Wyoming. Situated at an elevation of roughly 7,278 feet above sea level, it is one of the higher-altitude commercial airports in the United States. The airport provides essential regional air service connecting this college and ranching community to major hub cities.

Terminals

Main Terminal — A single compact terminal handling all passenger check-in, baggage, and arrivals with a straightforward, traveller-friendly layout.

Ground Transport

Rental cars available on-site (Enterprise and other agencies)
Taxi and rideshare services (Uber/Lyft availability limited, confirm in advance)
Personal vehicle pickup and drop-off
Hotel courtesy shuttles from select properties

Nearby Hotels

Hilton Garden Inn Laramie
Holiday Inn Laramie
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Laramie
Hampton Inn Laramie
Fairfield Inn & Suites Laramie

Dining

Dining options inside the terminal are limited given its small size, with a basic café or snack bar available for departing passengers. The city of Laramie, approximately five miles away, offers a wider range of restaurants including local diners, brewpubs, and campus-area eateries. Travellers are advised to eat before arriving at the airport if they have specific dietary needs.

Traveller Tips

Book rental cars well in advance, especially during University of Wyoming events and football weekends.
High altitude can affect some travellers — stay hydrated, especially in winter months when the air is very dry.
Wyoming winters can cause flight delays or cancellations; check weather and flight status closely before travelling.
The airport is a short drive from downtown Laramie, so factor in local road conditions, particularly in snowstorms.

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Airlines serving this airport

United Airlines

Routes

LAR → DENUA · EM2

Aircraft operating here

Embraer EMB 120 Brasilia1 routes

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Encyclopaedia

Laramie Regional Airport is three miles west of Laramie, in Albany County, Wyoming. It is owned by the Laramie Regional Airport Board. Airline service is subsidized by the Essential Air Service program.

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