Destinations / CO / KTEX
Colorado · Mountain
Telluride.
The Highest Commercial Airport in the US
- Operators serving
- 8
- Airports
- 3
- Best season
- Dec–Mar, Jun–Aug
- Primary field
- KTEX
Telluride Regional Airport sits at 9,070 feet, the highest commercial-use airport in the United States. The 6,870-foot runway, combined with altitude and mountain terrain, limits operations to turboprops and light jets. It's one of the most challenging and rewarding approaches in private aviation.
Most private jet travelers opt for Montrose Regional (MTJ), a 65-mile drive to Telluride with a full-length runway accommodating all aircraft. Grand Junction (GJT) is a secondary fallback. The town itself is a former mining village turned luxury ski and film festival destination, with a character unlike any other Colorado mountain town.
Airports serving Telluride.
3 fields · primary KTEX
Operators serving Telluride.
1 based at the field · All operators
When to fly.
Peak Dec–Mar, Jun–Aug
Peak season in Telluride is Dec–Mar, Jun–Aug, strongest demand around winter and summer. Book 2 to 4 weeks ahead in season. Slot and ramp space at KTEX tighten around holidays and major events.
Seasons
winter
summer
Routes and cost.
One-way estimates with segment fee · quotes vary with dates and positioning
Popular routes into Telluride
Typical charter cost to Telluride
| From | Light jet | Super-mid | Heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York (Teterboro)1696 nm | $18k to $30k | $25k to $37k | $35k to $60k |
| Los Angeles (Van Nuys)605 nm | $9k to $13k | $12k to $17k | $17k to $28k |
| Dallas (Love Field)671 nm | $9k to $14k | $13k to $18k | $18k to $30k |
| Palm Beach1681 nm | $18k to $30k | $25k to $36k | $34k to $60k |
Alternate airports.
When KTEX is slot-restricted or weathered in
More in the Mountain.
Plan the flight
Quotes to Telluride.
One request goes to rated operators that fly KTEX. Compare real quotes, then book with the operator directly.