More than two million passengers pass through the Colorado Springs international airport every year. They always get a wonderful first impression because of the breathtaking view of the Pikes Peak and for other reasons as well. The Colorado Springs international airport plays an important role in the growth and economic development of the region. It positively influences the growth of tourism and it brings new business every year as well. While the commercial air service on this airport connects Colorado springs to all cities in north America and to many cities worldwide, having around 106 departures and arrivals per day at the time, there is a wide range of services available to passengers as well. The Colorado Springs international airport has a well established reputation as being user friendly, because it is well and efficiently organized and easy to use for business travelers, families and otherwise. The most distant gate is no farther away than 1000 feet from the ticket counters and from the luggage carousels. The parking space is very large and conveniently located, not to mention safe. It has two parallel runways and one crosswind runway so the airport traffic is quite well accommodated. The airport is also within convenient driving distance from at least 14 ski facilities and from many other Colorado cities. Because the airport is close to the I-25, it is really easy to get to. For instance, Colorado Springs is 25 driving minutes away, while a ride to Denver would take about 70 minutes.

The airport is quite large itself and it occupies a considerable area of space. The Colorado Springs international airport lies on more than 7000 acres of land at an elevation of around 6,200 feet. About 200 acres are occupied by general aviation development, while the airport is situated on a total of 7,135 acres at an elevation of approximately 6,200 feet.