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Cheapest round-trip
$369
Typical prices: $385-$722
Delta
Sat 12/1Tue 12/4
LAX - ASE • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$185
Typical prices: $274-$495
American Airlines
Thu 2/15
LAX - ASE • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. Average duration is 2h 01m
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Cheap Flights to Aspen

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Aspen

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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5:10 pm - 8:20 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 10mnonstop
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12:02 pm - 1:25 pmASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
2h 23mnonstop
$369Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 4
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10:00 am - 1:12 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 12mnonstop
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12:23 pm - 1:46 pmASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
2h 23mnonstop
$369Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 4
United Airlines Logo
9:20 am - 12:55 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 35mnonstop
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1:40 pm - 3:13 pmASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
2h 33mnonstop
$369United Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 22
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5:12 pm - 8:26 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 14mnonstop
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8:05 am - 9:30 amASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
2h 25mnonstop
$369United Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
Delta Logo
5:10 pm - 8:20 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 10mnonstop
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12:02 pm - 1:23 pmASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
2h 21mnonstop
$369Delta
Sun, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 29
American Airlines Logo
7:20 pm - 9:29 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
3h 09mnonstop
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7:00 am - 11:05 amASE  Aspen Pitkin County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 05mnonstop
$375American Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 2:23 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
4h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:05 am - 9:30 amASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
2h 25mnonstop
$379United Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 12
American Airlines Logo
7:12 am - 12:24 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
7h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:54 pm - 10:49 pmASE  Aspen Pitkin County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$385American Airlines
Mon, Dec 28 - Sat, Jan 2
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:33 am - 1:05 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 32mnonstop
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1:35 pm - 3:15 pmASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
2h 40mnonstop
$768Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 28 - Sat, Jan 2
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4:00 pm - 7:21 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ASE Aspen Pitkin County
2h 21mnonstop
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7:51 pm - 9:30 pmASE  Aspen Pitkin County-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
2h 39mnonstop
$768Alaska Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Aspen

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Aspen to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Aspen?

Los Angeles to Aspen is the cheapest route at $369 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Aspen?

A round-trip flight to Aspen costs $517 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Round-trip fares from Denver average $366, while Los Angeles runs a bit higher at $416.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Aspen?

Saturday is the cheapest day to fly to Aspen at $503 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Thursday is the most expensive at $597.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Aspen?

  • May is the cheapest month to fly to Aspen with an average price of $414 round-trip.
  • July ($612) and June ($578) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Aspen?

Night flights to Aspen are the cheapest at $493 round-trip on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at $565.

What is a good deal for flights to Aspen?

Flights under $385 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Aspen at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • Denver $299
  • Los Angeles $328
  • Chicago $382
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When are flights to Aspen the cheapest?

Flights to Aspen are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight 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.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and Alaska 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 flights to Aspen

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$185
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Flight from Los Angeles to Aspen

When to book flights to Aspen

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Your questions about flights to Aspen, answered

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

  • Is there anywhere to smoke at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport?

    At this time, Aspen/Pitkin County Airport does not have any indoor smoking rooms, and electronic smoking devices are completely banned from the airport. To have a cigarette you will have to leave the primary terminal and stand away from its doors. Some of the outdoor trash cans do contain separate ashtrays.

  • Is there anyone to help me with my luggage at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport?

    If you are traveling with a lot of suitcases and need help carrying everything, sign up for a VIP Service through Aspen/Pitkin County Airport. Reservations can be made through the airport’s website, and the service will provide you with an employee to collect your luggage, secure a private car, and help you travel to your final destination.

  • Which hotels are closest to Aspen/Pitkin County Airport?

    For travelers hoping to have a particularly luxurious trip, book a room at the 4-star Hotel Jerome, An Auberge Resort, which is less than a 10m drive from Aspen/Pitkin County Airport and an 8m walk to the city’s downtown. The Inn at Aspen is a more affordable choice that is a 5m drive from the airport and is located directly at the base of Buttermilk Mountain.

  • How can I travel from Aspen/Pitkin County Airport to the city’s downtown?

    To travel from Aspen/Pitkin County Airport to the city center, you can either rent a car, take a taxi, or use public transportation. There is a rental car center located in the Arrivals terminal of the airport, and taxis are always stationed outside of the main doors. The local bus also has a stop at the airport, and you can take the L Route to arrive in the city’s downtown in approximately 20 to 25m.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Aspen?

    United Airlines operates the most flights from the United States to Aspen at 89 per week, and for this route United Airlines is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Aspen. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • How far is Aspen Pitkin County from downtown Aspen?

    Aspen Pitkin County is 3.5 mi from downtown Aspen.

  • How long are nonstop flights to Aspen from different departure cities?

    Nonstop flight time to Aspen varies depending on your departure city:
    • from Denver: 0h 56m
    • from Atlanta: 3h 36m
    • from Los Angeles: 2h 04m
    • from Chicago: 3h 08m
    • from San Francisco: 2h 32m

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Aspen?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Aspen are from:
    • Chicago, from $375 round-trip
    • Washington, D.C., from $385 round-trip

  • How many flights serve Aspen?

    Aspen receives 19 flights per day and 130 per week from across the world. Denver has the most flights to Aspen, with 55 weekly flights.

  • How do I know if a flight to Aspen is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Aspen is around $385 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Aspen?

    Last-minute fares to Aspen – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 19% above the average round-trip fare of $517.

Your guide to booking Aspen flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Aspen, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Aspen, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $385 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to Aspen around May. Round-trip fares historically average $414 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to $72 per round-trip. Evening flights to Aspen average $493 compared to $565 for afternoon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to Aspen, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, United Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, American Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class and Delta includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • If you need help deciding which sights to visit after your flight to Aspen, say hello to one of the Airport Ambassadors that are stationed throughout the Arrivals terminal of Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE). These Ambassadors are quite knowledgeable about the region, and they can help you navigate local ground transportation.
  • Many travelers wind up being hungry after their flights to Aspen have landed. Fortunately, Aspen/Pitkin County Airport has several dining options. Elkhorn Bar & Grill is located in the main terminal and serves traditional American food, while Main Street Bakery and Cafe sells sandwiches and pastries.
  • To avoid a layover, book your reservation with United Airlines. This company services many daily direct flights to Aspen and travelers have the option of upgrading to one of their Economy Plus seats for a small extra fee.
  • For travelers wanting to purchase a gift for someone special back home, stop by Jedediah's Gift Shop in Aspen/Pitkin County Airport. In addition to flight essentials like snacks and magazines, this store also sells a variety of souvenirs including t-shirts, postcards, and keychains.
  • Are you traveling with a furry friend or a service animal? Once you arrive at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport, make sure to bring them to a pet relief zone so they can stretch their legs. There is a small grassy area outside of the airport that functions as a relief area, and you can find it by exiting via the Arrival doors and turning right.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying to Aspen

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Aspen? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12815 reviews
7.0Entertainment
7.0Food
7.8Comfort
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
Airline reviews

Orderly boarding; engaged, attentive and detailed flight crew. Late out of the gate but time recovered during flight; super landing and deplaning.

10.0 ExcellentMark, Jun 2026
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Orderly boarding; engaged, attentive and detailed flight crew. Late out of the gate but time recovered during flight; super landing and deplaning.

Although delayed an hour, the gate attendants kept us notified and the rest of the trip went off with no issues.

All airlines should board planes back to front, instead of catering to higher priced tickets. The boarding groups are inefficient and delay takeoff time

Liked the attention and speed when getting wheelchair..........Was assured by phone that my needs would be taken care of and they were with my name.

Crew very courteous. Boarding was great. Slow to get baggage at Denver.

Sitting on the ground for 2 hours waiting for a gate wasn't fun.

The crew was great! Passengers were nice. Just an fyi that I heard several of them complain that the snack was not gluten free. Many people got handed the snack and then promptly gave it back to the flight attendant. Might be good to look into another option as such a high percentage of people in CO and WA are gf. Cheers!

First time flying with Alaska, and it went great. Thank you for a great experience flying to PDX.

I was pleasantly surprised to discover that Alaskan Airlines allows normal leg space in the economy class cabin, offers free movies and other entertainment programs via WiFi. The staff was friendly and worked hard to make this long flight enjoyable.

We have always flown with Alaska when we can. As they have great customer service. This trip we had to transfer to Air LINGUS in Denver to go to Dublin. That’s where things went bad! Our checked luggage didn’t arrive. The process to make a claim was way more complicated than it should be. It took 5 days to recover our luggage. The whole time we couldn’t talk to a real person who could tell us anything. The whole time Alaska blamed Air lingus and vis a versa. No one seemed want to help us. That was the worst part.

The flights were on time; all went as expected which is a big positive! No delays! There was no food or drink service in any legs, which I understand due to the short flight time.

They announced a mechanical issue prior to boarding Said it was fixed, we boarded Waited Then learned it was not fixed Had to deplane and go to new gate Bought wifi on plane and it never worked

Smooth flight. Left on time, and got in 15 minutes early. Onboard video was great

Flight was canceled, and no effort was made to help with rebooking, no hotel vouchers, no car transportation and minimal food voucher and most places for food were closed by the time the voucher was given. Waited for 3 hours for bags. Simply the worst travel experience I have ever had

My flight was 6 pm 6/6. Every hour they delayed it again - air condition issues then no pilot then the crew had worked too many hours and cancelled the flight at 11 pm. Sent customers to NJ a 45 minutes uber ride to a hotel. Had to be back by 5 am for a 7 am flight and again no pilot etc with another three hours of delays.

Delta flight was on time, seats were comfortable, and crew was nice.

Airline lost my luggage and set me back a day worth of travel due to having to stay in Denver to wait on my luggage

I'm a larger, athletic guy (6'2", 260lbs powerlifter) and I found the seats incredibly uncomfortable with minimal leg room, especially in a window seat. Now, I full understand that being smaller may change my view but even if I was 80lbs less, my legs would be the same size and I was sandwiched between my seat and the seat in front of me.

The helpful attitude of the staff, and being a wheelchair passenger everyone was helpful and understanding. The trip was made comfortable by the upgraded seat which was given without my request, that was a great surprise. Thank you Delta.

The flight attendants were friendly and seemed to like their jobs. I am not a high maintenance person, but they seemed to respond to people's needs and requests in a timely fashion with a smile.. I appreciate the benefits of complimentary snacks and beverages, as well as the relatively inexpensive checked baggage fee. (Although I would like it better if it were free! :) ) The only improvement that could be made to make the boarding process more efficient is to board the plane from the back. The alternative would be to board people with only a personal item first. This would reduce the wait time while others are stowing their baggage.

The back to back mechanical delays from Denver to San Diego and then on my return flight from Denver to Great Falls it added extra time both ways

Flight was late, the only reason I almost missed my flight was that my connection was also late.

We flew business fares. Was amazing. However, the check in didn't offer business fares preboarding which is less hectic. 8/10 due to this. Staff compared to Canadian carriers go above and beyond. Would gladly fly United again.

Checking bag at terminal was horrible. No agents to check us in and only 1 kiosk working. Boarding went ok. Crew onboard was very scattered rained. Missed our row while serving and then didn’t see them hardly again.

The entertainment is a bit limited, it would be better if they added some games to play besides the movies and tv shows. But the seats are comfortable and the crew is polite

Food was great. Staff was phenomenal. Seats were a bit hard and could use a lot more entertainment options as far as movies to choose from. WiFi was good. Overall great trip.

Read the fine print. This was my flight home. I booked my flight for the quickest way home. Had a carry-on and a personal item. Same as my outbound flight. Apparently I needed to pre-pay extra for my carry-on. When I checked in, I was told that I had to check it. I said I’ll pay for it, and was told that this wasn’t an option anymore. They said I still had to pay $50 to check my carry-on. I told them I’ll pay whatever to just carry it in as intended. I was not allowed, so eventually I paid $50 to check my carry-on under a plane that was half full, with overhead compartments that were even less full. My white carry-on suitcase was practically destroyed getting from Idaho falls to Denver to Orange County. The low price air fair was a bait and switch. Got me to the gate, made me pay extra, then didn’t even allow me to pay for a carry on. Not to mention that I paid the $8 for WiFi that didn’t work. All to get my suitcase destroyed. I don’t think I’m going to even keep my Untied mileage plus membership and card. Apparently, membership does not have its privileges for this one.

I flew from Santa Fe to Denver to catch a flight to London and the transfer of my luggage on arrival at Denver to the London flight worked perfectly. The crew on the ground and on board for the London flight were so friendly and efficient.

It was a short flight so I was expecting too much

Late- that’s what United does best. Missed my connection, rebooked to a flight 17 hours later and had to spend $500 on a hotel. What did I get? A $15 meal voucher. What can you get in an airport for $15. I hate United so much.

Everything was delayed and the staff sent me to the wrong gate, causing me to miss one of my flights. I arrived at my destination 6 hours later than I was supposed to.

On the return flight, arriving in Denver we sat on the tarmac in Denver for over 20 minutes.

The flight was fine. It's the satellite terminal that supports American eagle flights is what sucks. There is only one food option and everything there is way overpriced. I mean I know it's airport pricing, but it's even crazier than that. I bought a sandwich in a plastic container for $18.

Don't change gate multiple times make people run across the airport. Announce delays in a timely manner. Have maintenance crew ready. Don't delay and keep passengers on the plane for 3 hrs. on tarmac.

My seat tv didn’t work the whole trip. And the seat space is too small despite being seated at the front.

Flight was delayed leaving Dallas. Arrived about 2 hours later than scheduled.

We were delayed for a “couple of maintenance issues.” They were resolved rather quickly but a computer glitch caused someone in the airport to have to bring a physical copy of the paperwork so we could leave. I don’t know where they had to drive from to get to our plane but it took forever & we were 1 1/2 hrs late in leaving. The flight itself was fine.

Because the plane was 90 degrees F, they would not let us board. I wish they had, because it meant we were delayed. It's Texas, of course it's hot. We would have survived.

Our bags took a long time to get unloaded once we landed.

WiFi was down so no entertainment and I could not work either. The flight was Very turbulent at the end (the last 20 min felt like an eternity) I appreciated the pilot for getting us there safely. The flight attending in first class was kind and attentive to everyone.

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