Aspen Airport to Close for Seven Months for Major Renovation
Airport at major ski resort set to close for 7 months next year
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Aspen/Pitkin County Airport in Aspen, Colorado, will close for 229 days starting April 4, 2027, to undergo a significant modernization project. This closure will restrict all commercial and private flights, impacting travel plans for visitors to the popular ski resort. Alternative access via nearby airports remains available.
- 01The airport closure will begin at 11 PM on April 4, 2027, and flights will resume on November 19, 2027.
- 02The $575 million renovation aims to enhance accessibility and infrastructure, with the terminal expected to be completed by 2029.
- 03In 2025, Aspen Airport served 627,152 passengers, making it a vital gateway for tourists.
- 04Visitors can still access Aspen via Denver International Airport or Eagle County Regional Airport, with travel times of approximately 3.5 to 4 hours.
- 05The airport has not seen a major renovation in nearly 40 years, making this project essential for future travel demand.
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Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE) in Aspen, Colorado, is set to close for 229 days, beginning at 11 PM on April 4, 2027, due to a major runway reconstruction and modernization project. This closure will prevent all commercial and private flights, significantly affecting travel plans for visitors to the popular ski resort, known for its world-class snow sports and summer activities. The airport, which served 627,152 passengers in 2025, has not undergone significant renovations in nearly four decades. The $575 million project aims to enhance the airport experience with improved accessibility and infrastructure to meet future travel demands. Although the airport will remain closed until November 19, 2027, travelers can still access the area through Denver International Airport or Eagle County Regional Airport, with estimated travel times of 3.5 to 4 hours. Aspen's tourism industry plans to remain operational during this period, ensuring that visitors can still enjoy the region's outdoor offerings.
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The airport closure will disrupt direct access to Aspen, affecting tourism and local businesses reliant on visitors.
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