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Cheapest round-trip
$389
Typical prices: $328-$536
Delta
Fri 11/2Tue 11/6
LAX - ASE • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$389
Typical prices: $327-$530
Delta
Fri 10/26Tue 10/30
LAX - ASE • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Delta. Average duration is 2h 14m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $250 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Aspen (LAX-ASE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Aspen

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
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5:10 pm - 8:14 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 04mnonstop
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12:04 pm - 1:25 pmASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles
2h 21mnonstop
$389Delta
Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30
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5:10 pm - 8:14 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 04mnonstop
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12:02 pm - 1:23 pmASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles
2h 21mnonstop
$389Delta
Tue, Jan 5 - Fri, Jan 8
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12:40 pm - 4:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 35mnonstop
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10:00 am - 11:33 amASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles
2h 33mnonstop
$389United Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Thu, Dec 24
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8:20 am - 11:53 amLAX  Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 33mnonstop
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4:48 pm - 6:23 pmASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles
2h 35mnonstop
$389United Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 7
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5:41 pm - 8:55 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 14mnonstop
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8:00 am - 9:25 amASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles
2h 25mnonstop
$389United Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Fri, Jan 8
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:45 amLAX  Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
4h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:12 pm - 3:42 pmASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles
4h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$409American Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 7:21 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 21mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 12:57 pmASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles
2h 32mnonstop
$444American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 1:12 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 12mnonstop
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12:23 pm - 1:46 pmASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles
2h 23mnonstop
$444Delta
Fri, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 23
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 7:21 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 21mnonstop
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1:35 pm - 3:15 pmASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles
2h 40mnonstop
$673Alaska Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 15
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3:26 pm - 7:04 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 38mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:09 pm - 2:41 pmASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles
2h 32mnonstop
$707Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Aspen flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Los Angeles to Aspen with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Aspen?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Aspen start at $389. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $328 to $536. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $389 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Aspen?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Aspen, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Aspen?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Aspen at $353 round-trip.
  • July ($549) and August ($540) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Los Angeles to Aspen the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Aspen are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Aspen

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for Los Angeles to Aspen flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$195
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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Your Los Angeles to Aspen flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airline flying from Los Angeles to Aspen has the best amenities for children?

    If you are traveling with your kids from Los Angeles to Aspen, consider using either American Airlines or Delta Airlines. American Airlines has premium cabins that feature spacious seats with extra legroom. This helps you and your children to remain comfortable throughout the whole journey.

  • How do you move from the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport to the Aspen city center?

    Taxis offer the most convenient and fastest means of transport from the airport to Aspen city center. Averagely, a taxi ride takes about 25 minutes to arrive in Aspen city center from Aspen/Pitkin County Airport. If you want to spend less despite taking longer on the road, you can connect to Aspen city center from the airport using a bus.

  • Where can travelers arriving at Aspen from Los Angeles get car rentals?

    Renting a car after arriving at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport offers travelers higher flexibility in accessing different destinations within Aspen and other neighboring cities. One of the highly rated car rental locations in Aspen is at ASE. All the major Aspen car rentals have their desks inside the main arrival terminal.

  • Which other cities can you visit after arriving in Aspen from Los Angeles?

    Don’t let your journey from Los Angeles end in Aspen. Flights from LAX to ASE should be an opportunity to visit several other cities near Aspen. Some of the cities near Aspen that you can consider visiting include Snowmass Village, Woody Creek, and Old Snowmass.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Aspen flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Aspen flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Los Angeles to Aspen?

    2 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and Aspen. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Delta

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Aspen?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Aspen usually depart from Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Aspen Pitkin County (ASE).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to Aspen flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Aspen?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Aspen:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Los Angeles to Aspen?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $250 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $408 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Aspen?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Aspen?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Aspen pass through?

    Connecting flights from Los Angeles to Aspen most commonly pass through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 94% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Aspen?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Los Angeles to Aspen route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $373 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $451, a difference of $78. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from Los Angeles to Aspen spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Aspen flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Aspen?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Aspen:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:00 am and lands at 12:14 pm
    • Latest: departs at 5:41 pm and lands at 7:55 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 14m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Aspen flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 14% above the route average of $416. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Aspen?

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Aspen takes 2h 14m, covering 736 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Aspen?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Aspen changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $389 to $2,470. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Aspen looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Aspen are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $236, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Aspen?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 13m, compared with 7h 01m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Aspen?

    Aspen is 1 hour ahead of Los Angeles (Mountain Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Aspen Pitkin County Airport (ASE)?

    Aspen Pitkin County Airport (ASE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $35 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Budget
    · Sixt
    · Payless
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Aspen flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Aspen range from $328 to $536, with an average of $416 over the past 12 months. Anything below $328 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Aspen flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Aspen flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • Alaska Airlines

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Aspen flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $373 - about $78 less than Thursday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Aspen trip for March. Fares historically average $353 round-trip in that month - typically $196 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $250 round-trip on this route - about $158 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Aspen Pitkin County Airport.
    - The Inn at Aspen
  • Most of the flights from Los Angeles to Aspen have Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) as the departure airport. A majority of travelers prefer boarding their flights from LAX because of the largest number of flights available at the airport per day to Aspen. The location of LAX in Los Angeles, which makes it more accessible to both public and private means of transport, is also another reason why most travelers prefer using it as the departure airport.
  • If you want to get to Los Angeles International Airport from downtown Las Vegas, you can use either a bus or the metro train. In either case, you will take about 35 minutes to arrive at the airport from downtown Los Angeles. Apart from the buses and trains, you can also use a taxi to take you from downtown Los Angeles to LAX.
  • Travelers arriving in Aspen from Los Angeles mainly land at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE). In comparison to other airports in Aspen, which also receive flights from Los Angeles, ASE offers the advantage of the availability of more transport options. With the presence of airport shuttles, buses, car rentals, and cars, you can conveniently connect to your preferred destination from ASE.
  • For travelers who want to catch up with the earliest flight from Los Angeles to Aspen, they should think of spending their night before traveling to one of the nearby airport hotels. Located along Airport Blvd, Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles International Airport North is a good hotel for you. You will experience enhanced convenience in accessing the airport in the morning if you are coming from this hotel.
  • If you have reduced mobility or you are traveling in the company of a person with reduced mobility, flights from Los Angeles to Aspen have your needs sorted. At Los Angeles International Airport, you can get cab-to-aircraft wheelchair services from any of the airlines of your choice. Similarly, upon arriving in Aspen, wheelchairs are available on request from the traveler’s respective airline.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to Aspen Pitkin County Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Thursday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Friday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Saturday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Sunday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Aspen Pitkin County to Los Angeles Los Angeles

Monday

Delta,United Airlines

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Tuesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Wednesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Thursday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Friday

Delta,United Airlines

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Saturday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Sunday

Delta,United Airlines

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