Flying from Aspen Airport (ASE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Aspen Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Aspen.
Flights from ASE to LAX start from 07:45 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:30 with United Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 64 weekly Aspen Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your ASE to LAX flight.
Travelling during a peak month like March? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Aspen Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, so jetting off to Los Angeles (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers ASE to LAX flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Aspen Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between ASE and LAX:
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Aspen Airport (ASE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Currently, 137 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Aspen Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 229 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ASE to LAX.
The cheapest month for flights from Aspen Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Aspen Airport (ASE)
You'll find ASE at 233 East Airport Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Aspen Airport, 56.67% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Aspen Airport from central Aspen, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near ASE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Aspen Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Aspen Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through Los Angeles and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Aspen Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Los Angeles in May.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Aspen Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ASE to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
San Jose is another favourite destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without visiting Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.