Billings Logan International Airport

KBIL / BIL

Billings, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 22:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 6 min ago
22:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -9°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
23,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBIL 042253Z 00000KT 10SM BKN230 16/M09 A2973 RMK AO2 SLP055 T01561089

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,652 ft
BKN 23,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
23,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
26,652 ft AMSL
QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
885 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,652 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,840 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,836 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KBIL 041859Z 0419/0518 21010KT P6SM BKN110 OVC200 FM050300 27010KT P6SM FEW120 BKN250 FM051400 30015KT P6SM VCSH OVC100 PROB30 0514/0518 5SM -RASN SCT030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 11,000 ft
03:00Z FM050300
+5h
VFR 270° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BIL
07
25
10L
28R
10R
28L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 5,501 ft 75 ft ASP 84°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
84° angle
10L/28R 10,518 ft 150 ft ASP 112°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
112° angle
10R/28L 3,801 ft 75 ft ASP 112°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
112° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBIL

4,391 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.5%
MVFR
5.6%
IFR
4.8%
LIFR
2.1%

Billings Logan International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 10.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 47 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 10.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 47 kt
Calm Winds: 5.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.7%
NE
11.6%
E
4.2%
SE
1.2%
S
4.4%
SW
40.5%
W
15.5%
NW
9.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.1°C
Range: -21°C to 31°C
-21°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.4%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

March September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,391 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Billings Logan International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBIL
IATA Code: BIL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,652 ft MSL

Location

City: Billings
Country: US
Latitude: 45.807701°
Longitude: -108.542999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 5,501 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10L/28R
Length: 10,518 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 3,801 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Billings Logan International Airport

Overview

Billings Logan International Airport serves as a key aviation hub in Montana, located at an elevation of 3,652 feet MSL in the city of Billings. The airport features three paved runways, with the longest runway 10L/28R extending 10,518 feet, capable of handling a wide range of aircraft operations. Its strategic location and substantial runway infrastructure make it an important regional transportation facility.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions 87.8% of the time, with minimal periods of reduced visibility. Winds predominantly come from the southwest at an average of 10.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 47 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -21°C to 31°C, which pilots should consider for performance calculations and aircraft operations.

Notable Features

Situated at a moderate elevation of 3,652 feet, the airport presents typical high-altitude considerations for aircraft performance and density altitude effects. The three parallel runways (07/25, 10L/28R, and 10R/28L) offer multiple approach options and wind compatibility, with each runway showing 100% favorable wind alignment. The geographic location suggests potential for mountain wave and thermal activity typical of the Montana terrain.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently favorable wind conditions across all runways, with average crosswinds between 4.7 and 6.5 knots. Seasonal VFR conditions are most stable during September, January, and November. The extensive 10,518-foot primary runway (10L/28R) provides ample landing and takeoff options for diverse aircraft types, with generally good visibility averaging 9.7 statute miles.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.