Eagle County Regional Airport
KEGE, Gypsum, CO
- 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 guide
Private Jet Charter to Vail
Eagle County Regional is the airport for Vail and Beaver Creek, and it becomes one of the busiest ski airports in the country in winter.
- Main airport
- EGE / KEGE
- Elevation
- 6,548 ft
- Longest runway
- 7/25 (9,000 ft)
- Customs
- On field
Flying Private to Vail
Eagle County Regional is about 35 minutes from Vail and 20 minutes from Beaver Creek. Its long runway and lower elevation than Aspen make it easier for larger jets.
It also serves as the usual alternate when Aspen is closed or full.
Planning a trip? See our private jet ski trips guide.
Vail 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 Vail
The local rules and conditions that affect your aircraft, schedule and price.
Mountain Weather
Winter storms can close the airport for hours; build some flexibility into your plans.
Customs
Eagle County has customs, so international flights can arrive directly.
Eagle
Eagle County Regional Airport is a few minutes from the town of Eagle and the main private-jet airport for Vail and Beaver Creek.
When Demand Peaks in Vail
Book early for these dates. Quieter periods offer the widest choice of aircraft.
- Christmas to New Year
- The busiest weeks of the year; book early.
- February and March
- Peak ski season and Presidents’ Day weekend.
- Summer
- A quieter season for hiking, golf and events.
Flight Times and Prices to Vail
Estimated one-way flight times and prices to EGE 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) | 1,725 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 15 min$23,500–$29,000 | 4 hr$36,500–$56,000 |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 740 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) | 1,804 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 20 min$24,000–$30,000 | 4 hr 5 min$37,500–$57,000 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 731 mi | 2 hr$10,900–$15,900 | 2 hr$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 50 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Chicago (MDW) | 1,013 mi | 2 hr 45 min$12,000–$17,400 | 2 hr 40 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 30 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Houston (HOU) | 955 mi | 2 hr 35 min$11,100–$16,100 | 2 hr 25 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 20 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| San Francisco (SFO) | 845 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) | 512 mi | 1 hr 25 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 20 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 15 min$36,500–$56,000 |
Route Guides
Private Jet Vail to New York
EGEVail
TEBNew York
- Midsize jet
- 3 hr 40 min
- Super-midsize jet
- 3 hr 30 min
- One way from
- $20,500
Best Aircraft for Vail
Light and midsize jets fly from Texas and the West. From the East Coast, a super-midsize or heavy jet flies nonstop with ski bags.
Vail Private Jet Questions
Which airport is closest to Vail?
Eagle County Regional (EGE), about 35 minutes by car.
Can I fly to Vail from New York nonstop?
Yes, in a super-midsize or heavy jet.
How far is Eagle County airport from Vail?
About 35 miles, or 40 minutes by car.
