Aspen/Pitkin County Airport
KASE, Aspen, CO
3 miles to Aspen
- Longest runway
- 15/33 (8,006 ft)
- Customs
- No
- FBOs
- 1
3 miles to downtown Aspen, about 10 minutes by car
Aspen airport guide
Private Jet Charter to the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen
The Food & Wine Classic fills Aspen for a long weekend each June, and ramp space at Aspen’s small airport goes quickly.
- Usually held
- June
- Where
- Aspen, Aspen, CO
- Closest airport
- Aspen (ASE), 3 mi
Flying Private to the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen
Aspen-Pitkin County Airport is minutes from town, but it limits aircraft size and has strict operating hours. Eagle County and Rifle are the usual alternates.
Summer heat at Aspen’s 7,800-foot elevation also limits how much an aircraft can carry, so operators plan loads carefully.
Staying longer? See our Aspen private jet guide.
Book Aspen Parking Early
Ramp space is limited, and festival weekend fills it.
Know the Alternates
Eagle County is about 90 minutes away and Rifle about the same; both are used when Aspen is full.
Fly Early in the Day
Cooler morning air helps aircraft performance at high altitude.
Airports for the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen
Distances are straight-line to Aspen.
Eagle County Regional Airport
KEGE, Gypsum, CO
32 miles to Aspen
- Longest runway
- 7/25 (9,000 ft)
- Customs
- Yes
- FBOs
- 1
About 70 miles to Aspen (1 hr 30 min); 35 minutes to Vail
Eagle County airport guideGarfield County Regional Airport
KRIL, Rifle, CO
54 miles to Aspen
- Longest runway
- 08/26 (7,000 ft)
About 30 miles to Glenwood Springs and 70 miles to Aspen
Rifle Garfield County airport guideFlight Times to the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen
Estimated one-way times and prices to Aspen (ASE), before taxes, fees and event premiums.
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize jet | Heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (TEB) | 1,728 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 15 min$23,500–$29,500 | 4 hr$36,500–$56,000 |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 730 mi | 1 hr 50 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 45 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 40 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Miami (OPF) | 1,791 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 20 min$24,000–$30,000 | 4 hr 5 min$37,000–$57,000 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 712 mi | 2 hr$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 55 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 50 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Chicago (MDW) | 1,017 mi | 2 hr 45 min$12,100–$17,500 | 2 hr 40 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 30 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Houston (HOU) | 933 mi | 2 hr 30 min$10,900–$15,900 | 2 hr 25 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 15 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| San Francisco (SFO) | 846 mi | 2 hr 5 min$10,900–$15,900 | 2 hr$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 55 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 502 mi | 1 hr 20 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 20 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 15 min$36,500–$56,000 |
Food & Wine Classic in Aspen Charter Questions
Which airport is best for the Aspen Food & Wine Classic?
Aspen-Pitkin County (ASE), minutes from town. Eagle County (EGE) and Rifle (RIL) are alternates when Aspen is full.
Can any jet fly into Aspen?
No. Aspen limits aircraft size and weight, and high elevation reduces performance. We check your aircraft is approved.
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