Grand Junction Regional Airport
KGJT, Grand Junction, CO
- Longest runway
- 11/29 (9,339 ft)
About 5 miles to downtown Grand Junction
Grand Junction airport guide
Private Jet Charter to Grand Junction
Grand Junction Regional is the gateway to western Colorado’s canyon country and a frequent alternate for Aspen and Telluride.
- Main airport
- GJT / KGJT
- Elevation
- 4,858 ft
- Longest runway
- 11/29 (9,339 ft)
- Customs
- Confirmed with your quote
Flying Private to Grand Junction
The airport is about five miles from downtown, with a long runway at a lower elevation than the mountain resort airports.
Crews often reposition to Grand Junction while clients are in Aspen or Telluride.
Grand Junction Airports for Private Jets
Which airport is best depends on where you are going on the ground, the time of day and the aircraft.
Before You Book Grand Junction
The local rules and conditions that affect your aircraft, schedule and price.
Mountain Alternate
If Aspen or Telluride is closed by weather, Grand Junction is often the backup.
When Demand Peaks in Grand Junction
Book early for these dates. Quieter periods offer the widest choice of aircraft.
- Summer and fall
- Wine country, Colorado National Monument and outdoor trips.
- Winter
- Ski-season alternate traffic from Aspen and Telluride.
Flight Times and Prices to Grand Junction
Estimated one-way flight times and prices to GJT 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) | 1,817 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 25 min$24,500–$30,500 | 4 hr 10 min$38,000–$58,500 |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 648 mi | 1 hr 40 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 35 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 30 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Miami (OPF) | 1,871 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 30 min$25,000–$31,000 | 4 hr 15 min$38,500–$59,000 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 784 mi | 2 hr 10 min$10,900–$15,900 | 2 hr 5 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr$36,500–$56,000 |
| Chicago (MDW) | 1,105 mi | 3 hr$13,000–$18,800 | 2 hr 50 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 40 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Houston (HOU) | 998 mi | 2 hr 40 min$11,600–$16,800 | 2 hr 35 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 25 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| San Francisco (SFO) | 756 mi | 1 hr 50 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 50 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 45 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 419 mi | 1 hr 10 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 10 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 5 min$36,500–$56,000 |
Best Aircraft for Grand Junction
Light and midsize jets cover the West and Texas.
Grand Junction Private Jet Questions
How far is Grand Junction from Aspen?
About 130 miles, roughly two hours by car.
Why do jets reposition to Grand Junction?
Parking at Aspen and Telluride is limited, so crews often wait in Grand Junction and return for your departure.
