Local travel guide

Planning Around an Aspen Airport Closure

A practical guide to alternate airports and ground travel to Aspen and Snowmass when ASE is unavailable.

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Start with the airline

Check the airport and airline's current notices before changing a ticket. A planned closure, a short weather disruption and an individual flight diversion call for different arrangements. Confirm where your flight will actually land before planning a pickup.

Compare alternate airports

Eagle County (EGE), Rifle (RIL), Grand Junction (GJT) and Denver (DEN) may be alternatives depending on the itinerary and available flights. Each changes the length, route and winter-road exposure of the ground leg. Compare the full door-to-door journey, not only the airfare.

Build in a buffer

For a longer drive, allow for baggage collection, road conditions and stops. If skiing, share the number of people, suitcases, ski bags and boot bags when discussing vehicle capacity. Keep arrival-day plans flexible.

Check current information

Airport operations and road conditions can change. Verify dates and status with Aspen/Pitkin County Airport, your airline and Colorado's official road-condition service before traveling.

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