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Cody, Wyoming

Cody is a city in and the county seat of Park County, Wyoming, United States. The population was 10,028 at the 2020 census, making Cody the eleventh-largest city in Wyoming by population.

Type CityPopulation 10,028

Why go

  • City in Wyoming, US.
  • Known for Yellowstone National Park.
  • 4 curated must-see attractions on record, including Buffalo Bill Center of the West.
  • Served by Powell Municipal Airport (POY).

History

Cody is a city in and the county seat of Park County, Wyoming, United States. The population was 10,028 at the 2020 census, making Cody the eleventh-largest city in Wyoming by population. Cody is served by Yellowstone Regional Airport.

Must-see attractions

Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190
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Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190
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Airports

Yellowstone Regional Airport (COD) 1.2 mi to the centre
2101 Roger Sedam Drive, Cody, WY 82414 — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 2 airlines (Delta Air Lines, United Airlines) · direct flights to 2 destinations incl. Denver, Salt Lake City (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 2 direct destinations
  • Delta Air Lines DL (CRJ) · 1 route: Salt Lake City*
  • United Airlines UA (CRJ) · 1 route: Denver*

Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.

Indoor | Outdoor
Powell Municipal Airport (POY) 27 mi to the centre
Powell, WY, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
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Red Lodge Airport 47 mi to the centre
Red Lodge, MT, US
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Bar Flying E Airport 14 mi to the centre
Cody, WY, US
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Bunch Grass Intergalactic Airport 21 mi to the centre
Powell, WY, US
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Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Powell Municipal Airport (POY); 10 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: COD has direct flights to 2 destinations on 2 airlines (incl. Denver, Salt Lake City).

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Cody, Wyoming. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

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Tours & experiences