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Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS)

Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS)

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Southwest Wyoming Airport Weather

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Southwest Wyoming Airport Information

Airport Address:
382 Highway 370, Rock Springs, WY 82901, United States
Official Website:
Contact Number:

RKS Manager & Contact Information

Name:
DEVON BRUBAKER
Address:
382 HWY 370
Telephone:

About Southwest Wyoming Airport

Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (IATA: RKS, ICAO: KRKS, FAA LID: RKS) is eight miles east of Rock Springs, in Sweetwater County, Wyoming. It is operated by the Rock Springs-Sweetwater County Joint Powers Airport Board, with a total of five members, two appointed by the City of Rock Springs and three appointed by Sweetwater County. The airport has twice-daily United Express flights to Denver International Airport. Sweetwater Aviation is the Fixed Base Operator, providing all general aviation services on the field. The National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2019-2023 categorized it as a primary commercial service airport (more than 10,000 enplanements per year)

Southwest Wyoming Airport Maps

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RKS Airport diagram

Southwest Wyoming Airport Ground Transportation

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Southwest Wyoming Airport Rental Cars

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Hertz Rent A Car

Hours of Operation:
24 Hours, 7 Days a Week
Open For Final Arrival:
Yes

Avis Rent-A-Car - Rock Springs

Hours of Operation:
24 Hours, 7 Days a Week
Open For Final Arrival:
Yes

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Hours of Operation:
24 Hours, 7 Days a Week
Open For Final Arrival:
Yes

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Hours of Operation:
24 Hours, 7 Days a Week
Open For Final Arrival:
Yes

Southwest Wyoming Airport Parking

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Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport

Southwest Wyoming Airport Hotels

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Econo Lodge

The Econo Lodge hotel is ideally located just off Interstate 80. The hotel is only minutes from the White Mountain Golf Course and other area attractions. The Red Desert, Killpecker Sand Dunes and Flaming Gorge National Park are not far away. Nearby Fontenelle Reservoir and the Green River offer visitors fun recreational activities. Rock Springs, Wyoming is approximately a six-hour drive from Yellowstone National Park.

Distance from Airport:
Distance from Airport 5.0 miles
Free Airport Shuttle:
No

Super 8 Rock Springs

The Super 8 is conveniently located just off I-80 at exit 102. We are just minuets away from Sweetwater County Historical Museum, Western Wyoming Community College, Sweetwater County Events Complex, and many other Rock Springs attractions. Discover exotic wildlife, world-class hunting and fishing, and statewide history in Wyoming.

Distance from Airport:
Distance from Airport 9.0 miles
Free Airport Shuttle:
No

Hampton Inn

We're close to all the local businesses that might bring you to town, along with the many tourist destinations, including the famous Sand Dunes. At our Rock Springs hotel you'll also be close to some great western shopping, museums and more!

Distance from Airport:
Distance from Airport 11.0 miles
Free Airport Shuttle:
No

La Quinta Inn

The La Quinta Inn Rock Springs offers spacious, comfortable rooms. All rooms feature iron w/ironing board, hair dryer, coffee maker, free wireless high speed internet, pay per view movies & Nintendo, convenient work desk, and 25 inch TV's.

Distance from Airport:
Distance from Airport 10.0 miles
Free Airport Shuttle:
No

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites

The Americas Best Value Inn and Suites of Rock Springs offers a Free Expanded Breakfast, Free In-Room Coffee, Free Wireless High Speed Internet, Indoor Pool, An Excellent on Property Family Mexican Restaurant, and a Friendly Staff. We are located within walking distance to several restaurants and White Mountain Shopping Mall, with easy on/off access to the interstate. We are sure you will enjoy your stay at the recently renovated Americas Best Value Inn and Suites of Rock Springs.

Distance from Airport:
Distance from Airport 10.0 miles
Free Airport Shuttle:
No

Rock Springs / Green River KOA

Our KOA is the perfect place to set up base camp to begin your exploration of southwestern Wyoming. There is much to offer every member of your family...from the view of the White Mountains rising on the horizon to watching the wild horses roam the Red Desert, to hiking the ever-changing Killpecker Sand Dunes, to fishing in Flaming Gorge Reservoir. Whether you are just passing through or coming to explore southwestern Wyoming, we hope you'll stay with us at Rock Springs/Green River KOA.

Distance from Airport:
Distance from Airport 15.0 miles
Free Airport Shuttle:
No

Best Western Outlaw Inn

The BEST WESTERN Outlaw Inn is conveniently located in Rock Springs, Wyoming with easy access to Interstate 80. Hotel guests will find this location an ideal stop while en route to Yellowstone National Park, Jackson Hole and Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. For business travelers, numerous mining, oil and natural gas companies are a short drive from the hotel.

Distance from Airport:
Distance from Airport 9.0 miles
Free Airport Shuttle:
Yes

Holiday Inn Hotel Rock Springs

Whether business or pleasure brings you to our pet-friendly hotel's facility in Rock Springs, WY, our free high-speed, wireless Internet access keeps you connected. For an unforgettable meal and an ice-cold beer, head to Winger's Restaurant and Lounge, or try one of many neighboring restaurants. Maintain your workout routine in our Fitness Center, and later on, relax in the 24-hour, indoor, saltwater pool and whirlpool. No matter what brings you to Rock Springs, Wyoming, lodging here keeps you comfortable.

Distance from Airport:
Distance from Airport 10.0 miles
Free Airport Shuttle:
Yes

Homewood Suites by Hilton Rock Springs

This intimate Rock Springs hotel is best described as offering "comfortable elegance". Each of our hotel suites offer separate living and sleeping areas and are equipped with a variety of amenities that are designed to make guests feel right at home.

Distance from Airport:
Distance from Airport 14.0 miles
Free Airport Shuttle:
No

Quality Inn

Conveniently located directly off Interstate 80, the Quality Inn® hotel is just minutes from the White Mountain Mall and Rock Springs Family Recreation Center. Outdoor recreational areas nearby include the Green River, the Flaming Gorge Recreation Area and the Killpecker Sand Dunes. This Rock Springs, WY hotel is also close to Expedition Island National Historic Landmark.

Distance from Airport:
Distance from Airport 15.0 miles
Free Airport Shuttle:
No

RKS Charts & Navaids

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Latitude:
37-37-07.7000N (37.618806)
Longitude:
122-22-31-5000W (-122.375417)
Elevation:
13.1 feet MSL (4 m MSL)
Magnetic Variation:
13.2 E (as of March 2022 from WMM2020 model)
Time Zone:
UTC -8.0 (Standard Time)
UTC -7.0 (Daylight Savings Time)
From City:
08 N.M. SE of San Francisco, California
Found On:
San Francisco Chart
FAA Region:
AWP