Fly & Drive guide
Fly into ASE, drive to Aspen
Your route
ASE
Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field)
Aspen
About 5 min · 3 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Your arrival plan
01Flights to ASE
Compare fares into Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field).
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02Car at ASE
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Aspen. Compare rental companies in one search.
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03Store extra bags
Early arrival or late flight home? Drop luggage nearby and keep the car light for the park.
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04 · First night near Aspen
Sleep close after the drive so day one starts in the park.
04Hotels near Aspen
Compare hotels and lodges on the way in, with free-cancellation filters.
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04Cabins & homes near Aspen
Whole homes and cabins for families or groups who want a kitchen and space.
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Before you land
Reservations
Plan Your Seasonal Mountain Access and Landmark Reservations
Maroon Bells access requires advance shuttle or parking reservations during the peak season; this system is separate from local lodging. While the downtown area is open year-round, mountain lift operations and Independence Pass have specific seasonal windows. Check the White River National Forest and Roaring Fork Transportation Authority sites for the latest permit release dates.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
December – March, June – September
Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Aspen?
Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) (ASE) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from ASE to Aspen?
Roughly 5 min (about 3 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Aspen?
Maroon Bells access requires advance shuttle or parking reservations during the peak season; this system is separate from local lodging. While the downtown area is open year-round, mountain lift operations and Independence Pass have specific seasonal windows. Check the White River National Forest and Roaring Fork Transportation Authority sites for the latest permit release dates.