Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport (PUW)

Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport (PUW) is the primary aviation hub serving the Palouse region of southeastern Washington and northern Idaho, located approximately 3 miles from both downtown Pullman and Moscow. The airport operates through a brand-new, state-of-the-art 47,000-square-foot passenger terminal inaugurated in May 2024, which is nearly six times larger than the previous facility. It acts as a critical infrastructure link, connecting the region to major national hubs like Seattle (SEA) and Boise (BOI) via daily scheduled jet services by Alaska Airlines (Horizon Air). The terminal infrastructure provides a variety of contemporary amenities across its unified layout, featuring three modern gates and the airport's first-ever glass-walled boarding bridges (jetways) for all-weather protection. Travelers have access to a spacious departure lounge with seating for over 160 people, including a unique outdoor seating area and dedicated spaces for local food and beverage concessions. The interior design is a landmark of regional pride, featuring artistic depictions of the rolling Palouse hills and prominent iconography from both Washington State University (WSU) and the University of Idaho (UI), creating a professional and welcoming environment for students, alumni, and business travelers. Ground transportation at PUW is exceptionally efficient, with on-site car rental desks for three major agencies located directly inside the terminal and an expanded 450-space parking lot featuring automated payment and built-in anti-icing technology for winter safety. Regular municipal bus services provided by Pullman Transit now link the airfield directly to the city's main districts, providing a quick 5 to 10-minute connection to the university campuses. The facility also features specialized amenities such as a dedicated service animal relief area and a 4,500-square-foot multipurpose room specifically designed to handle the high volume of collegiate sports charter flights, maintaining its reputation for some of the fastest security and baggage processing times in the nation.