Are you looking to visit Aspen this spring? How exciting! There are so many reasons to visit Aspen this time of year, from catching the final days of spring skiing to exploring other outdoor options like hiking. A crucial part of your trip of course, is planning your travel to Aspen.
If you haven’t been here before, you may be wondering which airport you should fly into, and how you can travel from the airport to your Aspen Snowmass vacation rental. Luckily, we’re experts on all the best travel routes to and from Aspen Snowmass. Follow along as we explain the best ways to get here—even when the Aspen airport is closed for maintenance!
How Do I Get to Aspen Snowmass?
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Normally, you would just fly into our local airport! Aspen/Pitkin County Airport is the closest airport to our vacation rentals. However, the airport routinely closes every spring for maintenance. If you’re trying to visit in the spring of 2025, don’t worry! There are still plenty of convenient ways to travel to Aspen.
How Long Will the Aspen Airport Be Closed?
The Aspen airport will be closed for routine, annual maintenance from May 5th to June 1st, 2025.
Why does the Aspen Pitkin County Airport Close Every Year?
ASE closes for routine maintenance annually! They must perform yearly maintenance on their runways, taxiways, and aprons. The annual closure is part of ASE’s mission to ensure a safe and reliable travel experience for every passenger. Routine maintenance makes for a safer journey for everyone!
Will the Whole Terminal Be Closed?
The runway closure is now just around the corner—happening from May 5 (9:00 a.m.) through June 1 (7:00 p.m.). While no flights will be coming or going during that time, the airport terminal will stay open, and the rental car agencies will still be operating (though their hours may vary).
If you’re traveling during the closure, good news—most rental car companies are offering reasonable one-way rentals between ASE and the other nearby airports. This can make things pretty convenient if, for example, one leg of your trip happens before the closure starts or after the airport reopens in June. In that case, you might consider flying into ASE and out of another airport (or vice versa) and using a one-way rental car to get between the two.
This type of setup is called an “open-jaw” itinerary, and it’s easy to book on airline websites—just select the “multi-city” option instead of roundtrip or one-way. You can also piece it together with two one-way flights on different airlines if that works better for your plans.
What are the Closest Regional Airports to Aspen Snowmass?
Even though Aspen Airport will be closed for about a month this spring, there are alternative airports you can fly into. Don’t fret; your trip to Aspen Snowmass will be just as smooth!
These are the closest airports to ASE:
Eagle Vail Airport (EGE) | 70 Miles from Aspen
Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) | 128 Miles from Aspen
Denver International Airport (DEN) | 183 Miles from Aspen
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How Do I Get from Eagle Vail Airport (EGE) to Aspen Snowmass?
Located 70 miles from Aspen, the Eagle Vail Airport is the closest regional airport you can use when ASE is closed. It’s about a 1.5 hour drive from EGE to downtown Aspen. There are plenty of ways to make this journey!
Eagle Vail to Aspen Shuttle:
Eagle Vail Ridesharing Services:
You can order a Lyft or Uber from EGE! However, availability can be limited, especially during peak travel times. We recommend setting up a car or shuttle service ahead of time so you’re not stuck waiting for an Uber driver.
Eagle Vail Taxis:
Eagle Vail Limousines:
Looking for some luxury transport for your trip? These local companies have you covered.
Eagle Vail Rental Cars:
Rent a car from any of the major car rental companies! Visit EGE's rental car page for the full list, including Avis, Budget, Hertz, and Enterprise.
While we've done our best to provide helpful, up-to-date information, please check out EGE's Ground Transportation Page for a full list of transportation companies.
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How Do I Get from Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) to Aspen Snowmass?
The next-closest airport is Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT).While it’s a bit of a drive (roughly two hours), there are many travel options for your journey from GJT to your vacation rental in Aspen Snowmass.
Grand Junction Regional Airport Shuttles:
Grand Junction Regional Airport Limousines:
Grand Junction Regional Airport Ridesharing Services:
Uber and Lyft both operate out of GJT!
Grand Junction Regional Airport Rental Cars:
Several rental car companies operate out of this airport, like Avis, Alamo, and National.
There may be local companies we missed—please visit GJT’s Ground Transportation Page on their website for a comprehensive list of current travel options!
How Do I Get from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Aspen Snowmass?
Though it’s a touch further than the other options, Denver is the most common airport for travelers heading to Aspen (especially for international travel), so there are several transportation options available.
Denver International Airport Shuttles:
- Epic Mountain Express
- Bustang Bus Service – You can’t ride directly to Aspen, but you can take the West line to Glenwood Springs and then transfer over to the RFTA (Roaring Fork Transportation Authority) "BRT ASPEN" route to reach Aspen!
- Wildpath Transportation
- Roaring Fork
Denver International Airport Limousines:
Denver International Airport Ridesharing Services:
Uber and Lyft operate at DEN, offering both economy and premium rides to Aspen. Since this is such a popular international airport, you may have more luck here than at EGE or GJT!
Rental Car Options:
You could always rent your own car for your Aspen Snowmass vacation! The Denver Airport has several rental options. Check out the rental car section of their website for a full, up-to-date list.
Note: We do our best to provide you with up-to-date transportation options, but you should check Denver International Airport’s Ground Transportation page for a comprehensive list!
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Is There Free Public Transportation to Get Around Aspen?
Yes! Once you’re here, enjoy the perk of free public transportation when you use our city’s shuttle system. It’s a quick, easy, and affordable way to get around town!
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