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Getting Here & Around

Plan with confidence—whether you're flying, driving, or a mix of both, getting to and around Big Sky is easier than ever.

Getting Here

By Plane

Flying to Big Sky is easy, with direct flights from 20 major airports. The closest airport is the Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN), located about an hour away from Big Sky.

Flying to Big Sky

Plane at Bozeman International Airport

Same-Day Skiing

Arrive in Bozeman before noon and start skiing on the same day. Catch the early flight from:

  • Los Angeles
  • Boston
  • New York
  • Chicago
  • Seattle
  • Dallas
  • Denver
  • Washington, DC
Skier in powder with Lone Peak in the background

Ground Transportation

Big Sky Resort is located 50 miles from Bozeman, a scenic one-hour drive through the Gallatin Canyon. You can rent a car for pickup at the Bozeman Airport or book airport transportation with a trusted local driver. Make sure to arrange a car or shuttle before you arrive.

Transportation Providers


By Car

Big Sky Resort is easily accessible off of Montana Highway 191, connecting to Bozeman and I-90 in the north and West Yellowstone and I-15 in the south. Find Big Sky Resort using your preferred map service to get directions. If you drive to Big Sky in the winter, make sure you have appropriate winter tires and feel safe driving in snowy conditions.

Woman in ski gear near a car

Getting Around

Big Sky offers many options for getting around town and between Big Sky and Bozeman. For the most flexibility, we recommend booking a rental car for pickup at the Bozeman Airport.

Your lodging might require a car to access if it's not in the Mountain Village, Montage, or Town Center. 

If you don't want to rent a car, there are still easy ways to get around. There are many local transportation providers that can get you from Bozeman to Big Sky and beyond. In Big Sky, the Skyline Bus service offers free rides between the slopes and Town Center.

We also highly encourage finding a carpool with the GoGallatin App .

Please note that ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are not available in Big Sky. Make sure to book transportation or rental cars well in advance to ensure availability when you arrive.

Base Areas

There are three ways to access the lifts at Big Sky Resort. Each location features shopping, dining, and ticket and lesson offices. Explore all the base areas at Big Sky Resort: Mountain Village, Madison Base, and Montage.

Base Area Details

Mountain Village at sunset

Lay of the Land

Map showing Big Sky Resort location in relation to the town of Big Sky and Bozeman

Map showing Big Sky Resort location in relation to the town of Big Sky and Bozeman

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