• Air Travel

  • There is air service into Sardy Field, Aspen, located three miles from downtown.

  • Aspen is a half-hour flight from Denver International Airport via United Express, which offers over 10 daily flights during the winter months. United Express provides frequent non-stop service from Chicago, Los Angeles and San Francisco to Aspen. America West Express offers year-round non-stop service between Phoenix and Aspen. If you encounter difficulties making reservations into the Aspen Airport, inquire about air service to the Eagle Airport in Eagle/Vail. The Eagle Airport is serviced with direct flights from Dallas on American Airlines and from Chicago on United. Eagle is an hour-and-a-half drive from Aspen and easily accessible with the help of Colorado Mountain Express, (800) 525-6363.

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    Shuttles: Since direct flights into the Aspen Airport are limited and can be costly, we are actively working to develop more reliable and less expensive alternatives. The Aspen Institute has partnered with Colorado Mountain Express to provide shuttle service from Denver and Eagle Airports. Please make reservations at (800) 525-6363 or www.cmex.com. Mention you are with the Aspen Institute to receive a discounted rate.