Travelling from Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) to Aspen Airport (ASE): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Aspen Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Flights from AUS to ASE start from 09:00 — the first with American Airlines. The last departure is at 10:07 with American Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of three weekly Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Aspen Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your AUS to ASE flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
American Airlines has direct flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Aspen Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Aspen — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is American Airlines.
Among carriers operating AUS to ASE flights, American Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Aspen Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between AUS and ASE include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS)
AUS is located at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Of the departures from Austin-Bergstrom Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Austin-Bergstrom Airport from central Austin, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near AUS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Aspen Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Aspen Airport (ASE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ASE if you have a late Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Aspen Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Aspen Airport rental car and discover Aspen and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Sixt and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Aspen Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Aspen Airport (ASE) to central Aspen
The street address for ASE is 233 East Airport Road.
Aspen Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Aspen. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Aspen Airport (ASE)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Aspen Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Aspen. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Aspen is July, with the temperature ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Aspen Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -20ºC (-4ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AUS to ASE around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Aspen has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres east of Aspen, a visit to Denver will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Denver Art Museum, Meow Wolf Denver's Convergence Station and Ballpark.
If you're looking to explore another corner of the United States, consider Albuquerque, roughly 451 kilometres south of Aspen. Balloon Fiesta Park, Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum and Petroglyph National Monument are key highlights.