Airports Nearest to Great Sand Dunes National Park: 5 Top Options
**Headline:** Denver International Airport Offers Convenient Access to Great Sand Dunes National Park
For travelers planning a trip to Great Sand Dunes National Park, the San Luis Valley Regional Airport (ALS) in Alamosa, Colorado, is the closest airport, providing a convenient gateway to the park.
### Flight Options and Distances from Nearby Airports:
| Departure Airport | Distance to ALS (San Luis Valley Regional) | Flight Options & Notes | |---------------------------------|--------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | **Denver International Airport (DEN)** | ~179 miles (288 km) | Direct scheduled flights to ALS are operated by Key Lime Air, with a flight duration of approximately 55 minutes. This is the primary commercial air connection to ALS. | | **Colorado Springs Airport (COS)** | Approximately 120 miles (193 km) by road | No direct commercial flights to ALS; travelers often drive or connect via DEN. Driving time is approximately 2.5 hours. | | **Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT)** | ~200 miles (322 km) by road | No direct commercial flights to ALS; the best option is to drive (~3.5-4 hours) or connect via DEN. |
### Summary:
- **Denver (DEN) to Alamosa (ALS)** is the only direct scheduled commercial flight route currently available, with a flight duration of approximately 55 minutes, operated by Key Lime Air. - **Colorado Springs (COS)** and **Grand Junction (GJT)** do not have direct flights to ALS; driving or transferring through Denver is the practical option. - ALS is within reasonable driving distance from COS and GJT, but for the fastest access by air, Denver is recommended.
This makes **Denver International Airport the best hub for flights to ALS**, which is the nearest airport serving Great Sand Dunes National Park visitors by air. The park is a short drive from ALS once landed.
If flying is not preferred or direct flights from other airports are unavailable, driving from COS or GJT remains a viable alternative.
- The Pueblo Memorial Airport, located approximately 130 miles from Great Sand Dunes National Park, is not among the closest airports to the park. - The Colorado Springs Airport (COS) is located at 7770 Milton E Proby Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80916, United States. - The Colorado Springs Airport (COS) is not among the closest airports to Arches National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, or Redwood National Park. - The San Luis Valley Regional Airport (ALS) has a rating of 4.1/5 on Google maps (96 votes). - The Denver International Airport (DEN) is approximately 150 miles from Great Sand Dunes National Park. - The Colorado Springs Airport (COS) has a rating of 4.6/5 on Google maps (3275 votes).
For more information on flights, airport ratings, and travel options to other national parks, stay tuned for our next updates.
- The Denver International Airport (DEN) offers direct scheduled commercial flights to the San Luis Valley Regional Airport (ALS), which is the closest airport to Great Sand Dunes National Park.
- The Denver International Airport (DEN) is the best hub for flights to ALS, making it a convenient choice for travelers heading to Great Sand Dunes National Park.
- Colorado Springs Airport (COS) does not have direct flights to ALS, but driving or transferring through Denver is the practical option for those attempting to reach the park.
- The Colorado lifestyle beckons those who appreciate the unique experience of visiting national parks, such as Great Sand Dunes National Park, which can be easily accessed via Denver International Airport.
