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Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field (BOI)

Boise, Idaho KBOI #60 US airport by passengers

Boise, Idaho. The airport is operated by the City of Boise.

FAA status
No delays reported Updated 3 min ago
Weather now
VFR 54°F Observed 8 h ago
Late departures
20.4%May 2026 to July 2026
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BOI at a glance

Boise Airport has one terminal building with Concourses B and C. The airport is compact, with the security checkpoint on the upper level near the ticket counters and baggage claim on the lower level.

A major expansion is underway. Concourse A is still in design, with seven gates expected to open around 2030 and ten at full build-out. A new consolidated rental car center is due to finish in fall 2026.

Main airlines: Alaska Airlines and Southwest are the main carriers at Boise, and Delta and United also serve the airport.

FAA delay status for BOI

The FAA is not reporting a ground stop, ground delay program or other delay at BOI right now.

Source: FAA National Airspace System Status, checked 3 min ago. Airline-specific delays are not shown here.

Current conditions at BOI

VFR

54°F12°C

Good visibility and high cloud base. Normal operations are typical.

Wind
290° 7 mph
Visibility
10+ mi
Clouds
FEW 12,000 ft
Ceiling
None
Pressure
29.60 inHg

METARMETAR KBOI 101153Z 29006KT 10SM FEW120 12/04 A2960 RMK AO2 SLP998 T01220044 10194 20117 58000

Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center. Observed 8 h ago.

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On-time performance at BOI

Based on 6,112 departures from May 2026 to July 2026. A flight counts as late when it leaves 15 or more minutes after schedule.

20.4%Departures late
23.4%Arrivals late
0.40%Cancelled
14.8 minAverage departure delay
On-time performance by airline at BOI
AirlineDeparturesLateCancelled
SkyWest Airlines 2,496 15.1% 0.12%
Southwest Airlines 1,374 30.0% 0.22%
Delta Air Lines 743 13.3% 0.67%
Alaska Airlines 567 13.8% 0.00%
United Airlines 449 31.2% 0.45%
American Airlines 350 30.3% 2.57%

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, On-Time Performance of reporting carriers. Smaller regional carriers and some airlines are not included.

Late departures by month

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Terminals

Upper level (departures)

Curbside drop-off, airline ticket counters and the TSA checkpoint. The rideshare pickup is at the east end of the upper curb.

Lower level (arrivals)

Baggage claim, the arrivals roadway and the taxi, shuttle and bus curbs. Ground transportation is outside baggage claim, with color-coded curbs.

Concourse B

Reached from the upper level after security, through the secure concourse area.

Concourse C

Reached by a walkway from the secure concourse area. The walkway connects Concourse B and C.

Moving between terminals

After security you enter the secure concourse area, which gives access to Concourse B and a walkway to Concourse C. You do not need to re-screen to move between the two concourses.

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Getting to and from BOI

  • Taxi

    Taxi curb

    Taxis use the black curb on the lower level, outside baggage claim. Cross to the median and look for the color-coded curbs.

  • Rideshare

    Lyft and Uber pickup

    Rideshare pickup is on the upper curb, east end. Passengers who requested a ride follow the signs to the second-floor rotunda exit and meet the driver at the Rideshare Pick-Up Area shelters.

  • Bus

    ValleyRide

    Valley Regional Transit serves the airport. The purple curb is for buses, and schedules and maps are near the first-floor rotunda elevator.

  • Shuttle

    Hotel and paid shuttles

    Hotel courtesy shuttles use the green curb, and paid shuttles use the blue curb. Hotel shuttles are a good option if you are staying nearby.

  • Valet

    The Car Park valet

    Valet service is $28 per day, available daily from 4 a.m. to 1 a.m. or later for late arrivals. Reserve in advance, and drop off at the designated stand at the east end of the upper curb.

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Tips for BOI

  • Treefort Outpost Food and Drink is a full-service restaurant on the pre-security side, open daily from 4:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Vending machines in the arrivals lobby and baggage claim are open 24 hours a day and offer snacks and drinks.
  • The public side of the airport is open 24 hours, but the checkpoint closes after the last departure. Overnight travelers should plan to stay landside.
  • Look for the curbs by color on the lower level to find taxis, hotel shuttles and paid shuttles quickly.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get from BOI to downtown Boise?

Taxis use the black curb outside baggage claim, and ValleyRide buses use the purple curb. Rideshare pickup is on the upper curb, east end.

Can I pre-book parking at Boise Airport?

Yes. Reserve a spot in the East or Main Garage on the airport website or through ParkMobile. Reservations are limited and include a fee.

Is there a lounge at BOI?

The Idaho Central Credit Union Lounge is in the secure area and offers a day pass. A 2026 guide reports pay-per-use lounges were unavailable in August, so check current access before you travel.

What time does the security checkpoint open?

The TSA checkpoint opens one hour before the first scheduled departure and closes about 25 minutes before the final departure. Hours can change with staffing and delays.

How busy is BOI?

About 2,579,647 passengers boarded flights at Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field in 2025, according to FAA enplanement data. That ranks it number 60 among US airports.

How often are flights late at BOI?

Over May 2026 to July 2026, 20.4% of departures at BOI left 15 or more minutes late, and 0.40% of flights were cancelled (Bureau of Transportation Statistics).

Guide content last reviewed October 9, 2026. Report a correction