Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport
KBJC, Denver, CO
- Longest runway
- 12L/30R (9,000 ft)
About 15 miles to downtown Denver and 10 miles to Boulder
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan airport guide
Private Jet Charter to Boulder
Most jets headed to Boulder land at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport, about 10 miles away, because Boulder Municipal’s runway is short.
- Main airport
- BJC / KBJC
- Elevation
- 5,673 ft
- Longest runway
- 12L/30R (9,000 ft)
- Customs
- Confirmed with your quote
Flying Private to Boulder
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport has a long runway and private terminals. Boulder Municipal, about three miles from downtown, suits turboprops and small aircraft.
Boulder draws visitors year-round for the university, outdoor sports and business.
Boulder Airports for Private Jets
Which airport is best depends on where you are going on the ground, the time of day and the aircraft.
Boulder Municipal Airport
KBDU, Boulder, CO
- Longest runway
- 08/26 (4,100 ft)
About 3 miles to downtown Boulder
Boulder Municipal airport guideBefore You Book Boulder
The local rules and conditions that affect your aircraft, schedule and price.
Airport Choice
Rocky Mountain Metro for jets; Boulder Municipal for turboprops.
When Demand Peaks in Boulder
Book early for these dates. Quieter periods offer the widest choice of aircraft.
- Summer
- Outdoor season and university events.
- Winter
- Snow and occasional strong winds along the Front Range.
Flight Times and Prices to Boulder
Estimated one-way flight times and prices to BJC for aircraft that fly the trip nonstop. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning. Estimate a different trip
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize jet | Heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (TEB) | 1,627 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr$22,000–$27,500 | 3 hr 45 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 834 mi | 2 hr 5 min$10,900–$15,900 | 2 hr$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 50 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Miami (OPF) | 1,726 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 10 min$23,000–$28,500 | 3 hr 55 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 670 mi | 1 hr 55 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 50 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 45 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Chicago (MDW) | 915 mi | 2 hr 30 min$11,000–$16,000 | 2 hr 25 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 15 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Houston (HOU) | 901 mi | 2 hr 25 min$10,900–$15,900 | 2 hr 20 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 10 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| San Francisco (SFO) | 941 mi | 2 hr 15 min$10,900–$15,900 | 2 hr 10 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 5 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 606 mi | 1 hr 35 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 30 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 25 min$36,500–$56,000 |
Best Aircraft for Boulder
Light and midsize jets cover the West and Midwest.
Boulder Private Jet Questions
Which airport do jets use for Boulder?
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan (BJC), about 10 miles from Boulder.
Can I fly into Boulder Municipal?
Turboprops and small aircraft can; its 4,100-foot runway is too short for most jets.
