Durango La Plata County Airport (regional) is a single-terminal airport serving Durango and La Plata County, Colorado. It accommodates scheduled regional flights, general aviation and seasonal traffic serving the Four Corners region. The terminal is compact with curbside access and ground transportation areas immediately outside the building.
Getting to and From Durango La Plata County Airport #
Transport options include car, taxi/shuttle and rental car; travel to downtown Durango is typically 15-25 minutes depending on traffic and exact destination.
- Shuttle / taxi: Private shuttles and taxis operate between the airport and downtown Durango; pre-booking during peak season is recommended.
- Rental car: Several rental car companies commonly serve the airport; reservations are advised, especially in winter or ski season.
- Public transit: Public transit options are limited; seasonal shuttle services to ski areas may operate at peak times.
- Driving: The airport is within short driving distance of town and regional attractions; parking is available.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Durango La Plata County Airport #
The terminal provides basic passenger services: restrooms, seating, flight information and a small selection of food/beverage options. Wi‑Fi and charging options are generally available but may be limited; verify availability if you need sustained connectivity. No major airline lounges; accessibility services comply with regulations.
Weather & Climate near Durango La Plata County Airport #
Durango La Plata County Airport's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | -12° - 3° | -8° | 38 mm | some cloud | 69% | 2.0 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 9.8h |
| February | Acceptable | -9° - 7° | -4° | 33 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 2.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Good | -5° - 11° | 0° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 54% | 3.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | -2° - 16° | 5° | 25 mm | partly cloudy | 46% | 3.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.0h |
| May | Very Good | 3° - 22° | 12° | 26 mm | partly cloudy | 41% | 3.5 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 14.0h |
| June | Ideal | 7° - 28° | 17° | 16 mm | mostly sunny | 32% | 3.2 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 14.5h |
| July | Excellent | 11° - 30° | 21° | 40 mm | partly cloudy | 44% | 2.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.3h |
| August | Excellent | 11° - 29° | 20° | 56 mm | partly cloudy | 46% | 2.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.4h |
| September | Excellent | 6° - 25° | 15° | 44 mm | some cloud | 46% | 2.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 0° - 19° | 8° | 46 mm | some cloud | 49% | 2.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.1h |
| November | Good | -6° - 10° | 0° | 41 mm | some cloud | 54% | 2.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.0h |
| December | Acceptable | -11° - 5° | -6° | 38 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 2.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.5h |
