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Serving northeastern Wyoming's energy and travel corridor.
Opened
1950
Location
Gillette, United States
Northeast Wyoming Regional Airport (IATA: GCC, ICAO: KGCC) is a public airport located in Gillette, Wyoming, a city known as the "Energy Capital of the Nation" due to its proximity to major coal and oil fields. The airport serves as a critical transportation hub for business travelers, energy industry workers, and residents of the Powder River Basin region.
The airport offers scheduled commercial service connecting Gillette to major airline hubs, facilitating travel for a region that is geographically remote from large metropolitan areas. It also accommodates significant general aviation and charter traffic tied to the local energy sector.
Gillette's airport has seen fluctuating service levels over the years, reflecting the cyclical nature of the energy industry that drives much of the regional economy. Infrastructure improvements have been made periodically to accommodate both commercial and general aviation demand.
Terminals
The airport has a single terminal building handling all commercial passenger operations.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include rental cars and taxi or rideshare services connecting the airport to downtown Gillette, approximately five miles away.
Airlines here
United Airlines has provided service to GCC, connecting Gillette to hubs such as Denver International Airport.
Notable facts
- ›Located at an elevation of approximately 4,365 feet above sea level.
- ›Gillette is one of the largest coal-producing regions in the United States, driving significant business aviation traffic.
- ›The airport has two runways to support both commercial and general aviation operations.
- ›IATA code GCC stands for Gillette-Campbell County, reflecting the county in which it is situated.
- ›The airport serves as a lifeline connection for a region with limited alternative transportation infrastructure.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
