Travelling from Phoenix to Aspen Airport (ASE): What you need to know
Start planning your trip by looking up the ideal departure point for your flight from Phoenix to Aspen Airport (ASE). Explore the options for setting off from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA), two of the city's main airports.
The timezone in Aspen is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Phoenix. Aspen Airport is located in Aspen.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Phoenix to ASE.
With more travellers during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Travelling from central Phoenix to SCF takes about 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Phoenix to Aspen Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Consider flying out of Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). You can book a direct Phoenix to Aspen Airport (ASE) flight ticket with departures from here.
American Airlines has direct flights from Phoenix to ASE departing from PHX. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in one go.
American Airlines is the most frequently booked airline flying from PHX to ASE.
Among the carriers operating flights between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and Aspen Airport, American Airlines leads in on-time performance.
On public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to PHX in about 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Phoenix to ASE flight? Unwind in a hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82.57% of them touching down on schedule.
The street address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Planning to travel to AZA from the centre of Phoenix? The airport is around 56 kilometres away, and getting there takes roughly 40 minutes by car.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Phoenix to Aspen Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of AZA is 78.65%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
The street address of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Aspen Airport (ASE)
Book a hotel near ASE if you're catching a late flight from Phoenix to Aspen Airport. Pick one of these options and end the night sooner:
Hit the road running by picking up an Aspen Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Sixt or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Aspen and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Phoenix to Aspen Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
You'll find ASE at 233 East Airport Road.
Getting from Aspen Airport (ASE) to central Aspen
Central Aspen is around 6 kilometres from Aspen Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Aspen Airport (ASE)
ج.م. 6,769 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Aspen Airport. A return flight starts from ج.م. 15,890. These fares can change based on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Phoenix to ASE. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Phoenix to Aspen Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Aspen Airport (ASE)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Phoenix to Aspen Airport (ASE). July is the busiest month to visit Aspen. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in April.
The warmest month in Aspen is July, with temperatures ranging between 4ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Phoenix to ASE flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Aspen Airport in December when temperatures are between -19ºC and 1ºC.
More about Aspen
Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Aspen Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Aspen:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Aspen when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Aspen Mountain Ski Resort - Aspen Skiing Company followed by Aspen Mountain and Conundrum Hot Springs.
Explore more of the United States
Aspen is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres east of Aspen, a trip to Denver will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Denver Art Museum, Meow Wolf Denver | Convergence Station and Ballpark.
Colorado Springs is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 177 kilometres east of Aspen. No journey is complete without experiencing Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak Region Attractions and Red Rock Canyon.
