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Watertown Regional Airport (ATY)
Watertown Regional Airport is a compact gateway serving Watertown, South Dakota, and the surrounding lakes region. Compare transfer options to the city centre, Lake Kampeska, Pelican Lake, and nearby areas to plan your onward journey.
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About Watertown Regional Airport
Watertown Regional Airport is the main commercial airport serving Watertown and the surrounding Codington County area of northeastern South Dakota. The airport has served the community since 1917 and remains an important local gateway for residents, businesses, and visitors to the lakes region.
The airport operates from a modern single passenger terminal that opened in August 2022, replacing older facilities with a two-story building of about 26,000 square feet and two gates. Daily flights connect Watertown to Denver and Minneapolis–St. Paul through SkyWest Airlines, operating as United Express and Delta Connection, with onward connections across the country.
Located roughly two miles northwest of downtown Watertown, the airport is easily reached by road and offers free short- and long-term parking, along with car rental options for travelers continuing into the city or nearby destinations such as Lake Kampeska and Pelican Lake.
The compact terminal is designed for short lines and a straightforward travel experience, with a food concession, views of the airfield, and easy access to ground transportation. The airport serves as a convenient regional hub for northeast South Dakota and the broader lakes area.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Watertown Regional Airport operates through a single passenger terminal, opened in August 2022. The two-story, 26,000-square-foot building has two gates and handles domestic flights operated by SkyWest Airlines as Delta Connection and United Express.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Watertown Regional Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Watertown Regional Airport to hotels, the Watertown city centre, Lake Kampeska, Pelican Lake and other nearby destinations.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business meetings, events or journeys around Watertown and the surrounding lakes region.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Watertown Regional Airport for independent travel around Watertown and onward trips to destinations across northeast South Dakota.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Watertown Regional Airport, hotels, event venues and other locations in the region.
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