Pueblo Memorial Airport

This is a very tiny regional airport. We picked it because we had a trip in January and it is an easier drive to Pueblo than Colorado Springs (plus weather is better generally in Pueblo). We had never been here and really had no idea how tiny it was! So here is the good, the parking is free and a very short walk to the terminal. There is really one gate, one counter, one baggage claim - very small! Everyone was really friendly. We got there two hours early and just know, there is no reason to get there more than 1 hour early. In fact, although everywhere you look online says it is open from 4:30a-10p, know that the actual counter (if checking in or checking bags), doesn't open until an hour or so before the flight (well, we had a 10:25a flight and were surprised when we got there and was told that they don't open until 9a!). Security is small too. Here is a slight con on this airport , they did extra screening on everyone on our flight. This isn't a huge deal, but I was surprised. They had people open all bags, do extra checks on their person. It was kind of crazy how in-depth they went. I mean going out we had like 6 people on the flight, but we all got checked in-depth! I was the first to go and felt so bad for holding up the line and then realized that they were going to do it to everyone. Know that their is a cafe there, but it is only open 8a-2p (and maybe not everyday). They do have some vending machines. Restrooms are outside of security, so go before you go through security. Everything is right there - not a lot of walking. These are small regional planes so know they have smaller carry on compartments (I think it is 9x12x22), however you can gate check and they will give you your bag when you get to Denver at the gate. When we came back, they just sent everyone's bag to baggage claim, so coming back don't bother hauling it - just check for ease. It works if you need a puddle jumper to Denver to catch another plane!

We stopped to fuel up our jet on the way to AZ. The employees were super friendly with food and snacks prepared for us prior to arrival. That was very thoughtful of them and we appreciated the kind act.

Do not fly through this airport unless you want to get stranded at DIA with no help. Southern Airways is the worst.