Near Vail. The usual backup when Aspen is closed or the jet is too big, at the cost of a longer drive.
Eagle County sits about 32 miles northwest of downtown Aspen in a straight line, and it's one of 2 private jet airports we list for Aspen.
At 6,548 feet, Eagle County is a high-altitude airport. Thinner air means longer takeoff runs and less payload, so some aircraft can't leave full, especially on hot days. Expect operators to be more careful about passenger count and luggage here.
Our route guides currently use Aspen as the main airport for Aspen. See every route to Aspen and ask for a quote from Eagle County if it's closer to you: it can change the price.
Eagle County compared with Aspen
Compared with Aspen (ASE), the main private jet airport for Aspen, Eagle County is farther from downtown Aspen (32 miles against 4) and sits about 29 miles away from it. Its longest runway is 994 feet longer than Aspen's. A quote from EGE instead of ASE can come out cheaper or dearer depending on where the aircraft is parked, so it's worth asking for both.
Runways at Eagle County
Eagle County has a single runway (07/25), 9,000 feet long. That would be long by sea-level standards. But at 6,548 feet of elevation, aircraft need more runway than at sea level, so the real margin is smaller than the number suggests.
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 9,000 ft | 150 ft | asphalt |
Flight times from Eagle County
Estimated time in the air and one-way price from EGE to the main private jet airport of a few cities not covered on the Aspen page, for the jet size most groups of four to six would pick. Real quotes depend on the date and where the aircraft is based.
| To | Distance | Usual jet | Time in the air | One way, estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington (IAD) | 1,569 mi | Light jet | about 3 hr 35 min | $20,000–$26,500 |
| Boston (BED) | 1,853 mi | Midsize jet | about 3 hr 55 min | $25,500–$33,500 |
| Scottsdale (SDL) | 499 mi | Light jet | about 1 hr 25 min | $8,000–$10,500 |
| Houston (HOU) | 955 mi | Light jet | about 2 hr 25 min | $13,500–$17,500 |
| Atlanta (PDK) | 1,310 mi | Light jet | about 3 hr 5 min | $17,000–$22,500 |
| Denver (APA) | 110 mi | Light jet | about 35 min | $5,500–$7,500 |
Straight-line distances. Estimates use the same method as our cost calculator.
Other private jet airports nearby
- Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (ASE), Aspen: about 29 miles away.
- Centennial Airport (APA), Denver: about 110 miles away.
- Scottsdale Airport (SDL), Scottsdale: about 499 miles away.
- North Las Vegas Airport (VGT), Las Vegas: about 509 miles away.
Questions about Eagle County
How far is Eagle County from downtown Aspen?
About 32 miles in a straight line. Driving time depends on traffic.
Which routes use Eagle County?
We don't have a route guide for it yet.
Is Eagle County only for private jets?
No. It also handles other traffic, but private jets use dedicated terminals (FBOs) on the field.
What are the alternatives to Eagle County for Aspen?
Aspen (ASE), about 4 miles from downtown Aspen.
Codes: IATA EGE, ICAO KEGE. Coordinates, elevation and runways from OurAirports open data. See also the guide to charter fees, including landing and handling charges.