Connect to your River Trip with a Middle Fork Flight
Going on a Middle Fork trip? Great! We offer various River Round Trips between Boise, Stanley, and Salmon that can connect you to your adventure. Take a look at the information below, and then call us to book (no online booking available).
Flights for Middle Fork Trips
Most people going on river trips need an afternoon flight before their pre-trip meeting, and we can accommodate that.
We know you need to plan, so as you do, keep the following logistics in mind:
- Plan for about 1.5 hours between your arrival on a connecting airline and your expected departure with Gem Air – this allows you time to get from the main terminal to Jackson Jet.
- Plan to meet us at Jackson Jet Center, about 1/3 of a mile away from the main terminal, at 3541 Rickenbacker St.
- Try to get to Jackson Jet 45 minutes ahead of your expected Gem Air departure time – that helps us meet your timing expectations.
- Flights between Salmon and Boise are about an 1:15 long.
Call us to talk about your needs!
Most people going on river trips need an afternoon flight to get to their pre-trip meeting, and we can usually accommodate that.
We know you need to plan, so as you do, keep the following logistics in mind:
- Plan for about 1.5 hours between your arrival on a connecting airline and your expected departure with Gem Air – this allows you time to get from the main terminal to Jackson Jet.
- Plan to meet us at Jackson Jet Center, about 1/3 of a mile away from the main terminal, at 3541 Rickenbacker St.
- Try to get to Jackson Jet 45 minutes ahead of your expected Gem Air departure time – that helps us meet your timing expectations.
- Flights between Salmon and Boise are about an 1:15 long.
Call us to talk about your needs!
We can coordinate flights for you from Salmon to Boise either the afternoon you get off river, or the morning after. Call us to talk about your specific date and timing needs.
We know you need to plan, so as you do, keep the following logistics in mind:
- Plan to meet us at our office at 31 Hamner Drive at least 30 minutes before your expected departure time – that helps us meet passenger timing expectations!
- Plan for 2.5 hours between your arrival with us at the Boise airport and your departing airline flight – this allows you time to get to the main terminal and go through security.
- If you need to make an early departure out of Boise, consider flying to Boise the afternoon before – this reduces stress due to possible last minute timing changes.
- If you take an afternoon flight to Boise, we recommend flying out of Boise the next morning – not that night, for the same reason as above.
- Flights between Salmon and Boise are about 1:15 minutes long.
Call us to talk about your needs!
Give us a call. The flights above are the most common for Middle Fork flights, but we can accommodate a wide variety of other routes and even times.
Why is there no set schedule or online booking?
We don’t run a set flight schedule – our flights are shared on-demand. That’s why you’ll need to call us to book.
We help travelers save money by coordinating flights between groups of people wanting to fly the same route. Since timing is negotiated between multiple groups, we don’t have a set flight schedule to offer online. When you call in, we’ll take your connection information, and use that to help us coordinate flight times that make the most sense for your group.
When you book with us, you’ll get an expected departure time, and then email updates as we coordinate your flight with other passengers who want to fly the same route (and are often taking the same trip with you!).
Recommended Connections for Best Overall Experience
We can fly you when and where you need us to, but the below options have been recommended by other travelers like you.
To start the trip: Whether you fly or drive, plan to arrive at the Boise airport around 1:00pm the day before your trip. That gives you the best shot at getting an early afternoon flight from Boise to either Stanley or Salmon, giving you plenty of time to get settled in and explore the town before your pre-trip meeting.
To end the trip: If you’re flying to Boise with us, plan to spend a night in Salmon after your trip, and schedule your airline departure out of Boise after 1:00pm. This makes sure you aren’t pressed for time coming off the river, and also allows you to spend your last night in the cute mountain town of Salmon, instead of an airport hotel in Boise.
Of course, if your travel plans need a tighter time-schedule or different routing, just let us know. We can usually work something out!
Pricing for Middle Fork Routes
Pricing for these routes will depend on how many people are in your group, and what airplane you’ll need to accommodate the weight of all your passengers and bags. Give us a call and we’ll help work you through the details!
Why Fly?
Travelers like you recommend it.
In our latest survey,
99% of survey respondents said they would recommend Gem Air flights to a friend doing the same trip.
That’s pretty good!
Flying is Fast, and Easy.
Over 3/4 of respondents indicated that they chose to fly because it saved them time and hassle. We can understand that. Flying with us can save you between 7 and 10 hours in a car, depending on the route you are traveling.
Stanley Information
Where we drop you in Stanley
1100 Airport Rd, Stanley, ID.
There is no airport office space in Stanley – simply a runway and small shed.
When to meet us in Stanley
If your flight is leaving from Stanley, show up 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
There is no office, so our pilot will plan to meet you near the shed at the airport approximately 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
Ground Transportation in Stanley
Mountain Village Shuttle: If you are staying at the Mountain Village Lodge, they will pick you up and drive you down the hill.
It’s also within walking distance, but if you have a lot of baggage, walking can be cumbersome.
There are no taxis or rental cars in Stanley. Luckily, most things are within walking distance!
Stanley Area Information
Get to know what Stanley has to offer through Stanley’s Chamber of Commerce Page.
Boise Information
Where to meet us in BOI
The Boise Airport is undergoing expansion, which means we’ve moved!
Meet us at Jackson Jet Center, at 3815 Rickenbacker Street on the Boise Airport. It’s a very short uber ride away from the main terminal baggage claim.
Note: If you walk, be aware there are portions of the walk for which you are in the street with no sidewalk or cross walk.
When to meet us in BOI
Show up 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time, and you’ll be set.
We operate outside of TSA’s secure area, so there are no x-rays or security check-in for our flights.
Parking and Ground Transportation in BOI
The Boise Airport’s website has the best info on BOI Parking and Ground Transportation.
Uber is also a good option in the Boise Metro Area.
Salmon Information
Where to meet us in SMN
Meet us in Salmon at 31 Hamner Drive (Google has it right).
It’s about 5 miles south of Salmon, ID.
When to meet us in SMN
Show up 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time, and you’ll be set.
Parking and Ground Transportation in SMN
Airport Parking – When you fly with us, airport parking is free. Ask us for a parking pass at the front office.
Stagecoach Inn Shuttle – If you are staying at this hotel, they will come pick you up when you land.
Car Rentals with Quality Motors – This is the only car rental option we know of in town. Call (800) 432-7582.
Lemhi Ride – You can make a reservation for a ride Monday-Friday at a reasonable price. Call (208) 759-1875.
SMN Area Information
Check out the Greater Salmon Valley Chamber’s Visitor Page for ideas on everything from where to stay to what to do while in town (think bike rides, history walks, good eats and drink).
Pricing for these routes will depend on how many people are in your group, and what airplane you’ll need to accommodate the weight of all your passengers and bags. Give us a call and we’ll help work you through the details!