Flying from Chicago to Aspen Airport (ASE): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Aspen Airport (ASE) taking off from either of these bases.
The average length of a direct flight from Chicago to Aspen Airport is 3 hours 8 minutes.
Aspen is 1 hour behind Chicago. Aspen Airport is located in Aspen, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Aspen Airport (ASE) is the most popular route. There are 22 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with United at 20:00. Choose the first ORD to ASE departure with American Airlines at 08:15 if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to ASE.
With more travellers during peak months like August, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can book a direct flight from Chicago to Aspen Airport (ASE) out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
When leaving from ORD, you can take a direct flight from Chicago to Aspen Airport with United.
From central Chicago, ORD is approximately 40 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
Have an early flight from Chicago to Aspen Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) offers nonstop flights from Chicago to Aspen Airport (ASE).
United operates direct flights from Chicago to ASE departing from MDW. Book your preferred aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in a single journey.
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 21 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to ASE:
About Aspen Airport (ASE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ASE if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Aspen Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Aspen Airport (ASE) to central Aspen
Aspen Airport to the centre of Aspen is about 10 minutes in a car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 26 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Aspen Airport (ASE)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Chicago to Aspen Airport from C$251 or travel return from just C$474. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
Score flight tickets from Chicago to ASE by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organize your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chicago to Aspen Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Aspen Airport (ASE)
April is the quietest time to travel to Aspen. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Aspen Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Aspen is July, with temperatures ranging between 4ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Chicago to ASE in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Aspen Airport in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Aspen
Start your Aspen trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Aspen Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Aspen Mountain Ski Resort - Aspen Skiing Company, Aspen Art Museum and Wheeler Opera House are attractions you won't want to skip in Aspen.
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