Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Aspen ➔ Houston
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~9,120 km
Average flight time
~11h 07m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Aspen and Houston aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
The Aspen – Houston sector links Aspen Pitkin (KASE) to William P. Hobby (KHOU) over 1,501 km great-circle, about 2h10 airborne in a Citation XLS+. Departure handling is provided by Atlantic Aviation Aspen; the 2317 m arrival runway at William P. Hobby drives aircraft selection. On this short sector a Citation XLS+ is the best cost / block-time compromise.
Departure and arrival airports
Aspen Pitkin (KASE)
On the departure side, Aspen Pitkin (KASE) serves Aspen from 39.22°N / 106.86°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Atlantic Aviation Aspen; 2434 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Aspen Mountain.
William P. Hobby (KHOU)
On the arrival side, William P. Hobby (KHOU) serves Houston from 29.65°N / 95.28°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Atlantic Aviation Hobby; 2317 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Helicopter onward leg to River Oaks / Galleria.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 1,501 km · 810 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h10
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Atlantic Aviation Aspen — Aspen Pitkin (KASE / ASE)
- Arrival FBO
- Atlantic Aviation Hobby — William P. Hobby (KHOU / HOU)
- Departure runway
- 2434 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 2317 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Onward helicopter
- River Oaks / Galleria
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
Domestic sector: no customs, boarding possible up to 15 minutes before departure.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Aspen to Houston?
About 2h10 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,501 km great-circle between KASE and KHOU.
Which aircraft suits Aspen → Houston?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 2317 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days.
How fast can we depart from Aspen Pitkin?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Atlantic Aviation Aspen.
What about customs and formalities?
Domestic sector: no customs, boarding possible up to 15 minutes before departure.