Spokane International Airport

What Spokane International Airport does

Spokane International Airport (GEG) is the second-largest commercial service airport in Washington State and the primary air gateway for the Inland Northwest, including Spokane and Coeur d'Alene, as well as parts of British Columbia. Operated as a government-owned public entity under the Spokane Airport Board and founded in 1944, the airport processed a record 4,131,266 passengers and 77,398 tons of cargo in 2023, served by eight passenger airlines (Alaska, Allegiant, American, Delta, Southwest, United, Frontier, Sun Country) and two cargo carriers (FedEx, UPS) across 20-plus nonstop destinations. Its core product is the three-concourse (A, B, C) terminal complex with TSA security, baggage handling, and on-site TSA PreCheck enrollment, supplemented by a four-tier parking operation (Garage, Outside, C Concourse, Economy), eight on-site rental car agencies, rideshare and public transit access, and a complimentary Wi-Fi network.

The airport's commercial stack centers on a 10-year concessions contract (effective April 2024) with SSP America covering approximately 17 retail and restaurant venues featuring locally-inspired dining concepts, accessibility services such as Aira visual interpreting for blind and low-vision passengers, EV charging infrastructure via ChargePoint across multiple parking facilities, QuickPay automated payment kiosks, and NextBus-integrated shuttle tracking. It also operates Felts Field as a wholly-owned subsidiary for general aviation. Technology is limited to standard airport infrastructure rather than proprietary systems, with no disclosed AI/ML capabilities, no mobile app, and no public APIs.

Revenue mechanics span multiple streams: airline landing/lease fees, terminal concessions percentage-rent under the SSP America deal, parking fees at daily unit pricing between $11 and $18 depending on tier (plus $8 economy), rental car concession agreements, ground transportation leases, and cargo facility rentals. The airport explicitly operates without taxpayer or city/county appropriated funds and generates an estimated $3 billion in annual regional economic impact while supporting 3,000-plus jobs on-airport, with go-to-market focused on regional passenger volume rather than active sales motion.

Name

Spokane International Airport

Legal name

Spokane International Airport

Website

https://spokaneairports.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1944

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Spokane International Airport is a public, government-owned commercial service airport serving the Inland Northwest region. It operates a three-concourse terminal handling 4.1 million annual passengers and 77,398 tons of cargo across 8 passenger airlines, 2 cargo carriers, and 20-plus nonstop destinations, supported by parking, rental car, and concessions revenue streams.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Spokane

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Parking Operations: Airport operates multiple parking facilities including Garage, Outside, C Concourse, and Economy lots with hourly and daily rates. Revenue generated from parking fees.
2. Concessions Program: 10-year contract with SSP America to operate nearly 6 retail locations and 11 restaurant locations in terminals. Revenue generated through lease arrangements with concessions operators.
3. Cargo Operations: Handles cargo operations through FedEx and UPS carriers. 77,398 tons of cargo handled in 2023.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Spokane International Airport is a publicly owned commercial service airport that operates terminal facilities, three concourses (A, B, C), parking, and ground transportation infrastructure to support passenger and cargo airline operations. It provides air travel connectivity, baggage handling, security checkpoint facilities, concessions, rental car services, and accessibility services to travelers in the Inland Northwest region, handling 4.1 million+ passengers and 77,398 tons of cargo in 2023.

Product overview

Spokane International Airport operates as a commercial service airport providing air travel infrastructure and passenger services across its terminal complex. The airport's product portfolio centers on its terminal and three concourses (A, B, C) housing airline operations, complemented by the SSP America concession program featuring local and regional dining and retail across nearly six retail locations and 11 restaurant venues. Parking facilities include four distinct lots (Garage, Outside, C Concourse, Economy) with complimentary shuttle service from the Economy Lot. The Ground Transportation Center consolidates eight rental car agencies alongside rideshare, taxi, and regional operator services. Additional traveler services include QuickPay automated parking payment, Aira visual navigation for accessibility, real-time flight information, and TSA PreCheck enrollment. Passenger amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi and various support services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Terminal & Concourses
• Parking Facilities
• Ground Transportation Center
• Flight Information
• TSA PreCheck Enrollment
• Dining & Shops (SSP America Concession Program)
• Cargo Operations
• Felts Field (General Aviation)

Quantifiable outcome

• 4,131,266 passengers in 2023 (record)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• SSP America (SSP Group)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 March 202410-year contract awarded March 25, 2024, effective April 1, 2024. SSP America will operate nearly 6 retail locations and 11 restaurant locations in the terminals and expanded Concourse C gate area. The program features locally-inspired restaurants including Zona Tacos, Tortas by Chef Chad White (James Beard semifinalist), The Yards Bruncheon by Chef Adam Hegsted (James Beard semifinalist), Jack & Dan's Tavern, Iron Goat Brewing Co., Wanderlust Delicato, and Wiley's Downtown Bistro.
• AiracoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAira is a visual interpreting service available for free to blind or vision-impaired passengers to help them navigate through the terminal. Spokane International Airport is part of the Aira Airport Network.
• Spokane Transit Authority (STA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSTA provides public bus transit service (Route #60) to and from Spokane International Airport. All STA buses are wheelchair accessible.
• Lyft and UbercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRideshare services available at designated areas of the terminal for passenger pickup and drop-off.
• Regional Limousine, Shuttle and Bus OperatorsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorApproved regional operators providing transportation services to and from the airport.
• Visit SpokanecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership to promote area attractions and tourism in Spokane and Coeur d'Alene region. Provides information on things to do, local events, food and drink options.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• FedEx (Express air cargo): FedEx is one of two cargo integrators (alongside UPS) operating at Spokane International Airport. As a key tenant driving the airport's 77,398-ton cargo throughput, FedEx is a commercial counterpart rather than a competitor, and its network strategy directly affects the airport's freight business.
• SSP America: SSP America holds the 10-year concessions contract at Spokane International Airport (effective April 2024) covering 11 restaurants and 6 retail locations. As the contracted F&B and retail operator, SSP is a long-dated commercial partner whose execution directly shapes the airport's non-aeronautical revenue performance.
• Alaska Airlines (carrier presence): Alaska Airlines is the largest carrier operating from Spokane International Airport (Concourse C) and a primary tenant. As the dominant regional carrier in the Pacific Northwest, Alaska's network decisions directly shape Spokane's route map and passenger volumes, making it a critical counterpart rather than a direct competitor.

Regional players

• Great Falls International Airport: Great Falls International Airport (GTF) is a smaller Montana regional commercial service airport. It shares a similar operating profile—public authority governance, multi-carrier passenger service, and regional catchment—but serves a materially smaller market than Spokane.
• Billings Logan International Airport: Billings Logan International Airport (BIL) is a regional commercial service airport in Montana serving a similar catchment size. While not in direct head-to-head competition, it is comparable in scale, carrier mix, and public-entity operating model.

Direct peers

• Boise Airport: Boise Airport (BOI) is a similarly sized mid-tier commercial service airport serving the Boise metropolitan area and broader Idaho region. Both airports are mid-size regional hubs for Inland Northwest/Mountain West passenger and cargo traffic with comparable carrier mixes and operating models.
• Eugene Airport: Eugene Airport (EUG) is a Pacific Northwest regional commercial service airport operated by a public entity. Comparable in passenger scale, multi-carrier operations, and the provision of parking, ground transportation, and concession services to a regional catchment.
• Tri-Cities Airport: Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) serves southeastern Washington and northeastern Oregon as a regional commercial airport. Operated by a port authority, it parallels Spokane's small-to-mid market scale, multi-airline carrier roster, and public-entity governance structure.

Broad incumbents

• Portland International Airport: Portland International Airport (PDX) is a much larger commercial hub in the same Pacific Northwest region. It competes for the same regional traveler pool on long-haul and international routes and represents a key competitive threat for Spokane's connecting passengers.
• Seattle-Tacoma International Airport: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the dominant Washington State hub and the largest airport in the Pacific Northwest. It draws incremental passengers from the Spokane catchment for international and lower-fare itineraries, positioning it as the primary competitive incumbent.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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