Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Aspen Airport (ASE): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Aspen Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Flights from SFO to ASE start at 07:00 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last departure is at 18:33 with United Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of eight weekly San Francisco International Airport to Aspen Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SFO to ASE flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Aspen (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a snap with United. This popular carrier offers direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Aspen Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is United.
Among carriers operating SFO to ASE flights, United is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Aspen Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and ASE:
Denver International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Aspen Airport (ASE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Aspen Airport flight is Rs94,629. A return ticket is currently Rs124,034. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from SFO to ASE by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Aspen Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SFO to ASE.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Aspen Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Aspen Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Aspen Airport (ASE)
Book a hotel near ASE if you're catching a late San Francisco International Airport to Aspen Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Aspen Airport rental car and explore Aspen and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Sixt and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Aspen Airport about four weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Aspen Airport (ASE)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Aspen Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Aspen. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Aspen is July, with temperatures ranging between 4ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Aspen Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to ASE in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -20ºC and 0ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Denver is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Aspen. Around 161 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Denver Art Museum, Meow Wolf Denver's Convergence Station and Ballpark.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, consider Albuquerque, about 451 kilometres south of Aspen. Balloon Fiesta Park, Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum and Petroglyph National Monument are key reasons to visit.
