Telluride Regional Airport — Telluride, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereTelluride Regional Airport in Telluride uses the IATA code TEX, with KTEX as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from TEX
Telluride Regional Airport
Telluride Regional Airport serves the resort town of Telluride in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado. TEX is renowned as one of the highest commercial airports in North America, sitting at over 9,000 feet and known for its dramatic canyon-rim approach that challenges even experienced pilots. The airport primarily handles seasonal traffic tied to skiing in winter and outdoor recreation in summer, with limited scheduled airline service supplemented by charter and private aviation. Surrounded by peaks exceeding 13,000 feet, the runway offers striking views but demands careful weather monitoring, as high-altitude conditions and mountain winds frequently affect operations. TEX remains a vital gateway for visitors seeking access to one of Colorado's most scenic and secluded mountain communities.
Runways at Telluride Regional Airport (TEX)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 7111 ft (2167 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Telluride Regional Airport (TEX)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CNTR | DENVER CNTR | 125.35 MHz |
| FSS | DENVER RDO | 122.15 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123 MHz |
Airports near Telluride Regional Airport (TEX)
- Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) — 61.8 km (38.4 mi)
- Durango La Plata County Airport (DRO) — 90.2 km (56.0 mi)
- Cortez Municipal Airport (CEZ) — 96.2 km (59.8 mi)
- Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC) — 106.8 km (66.4 mi)
- Four Corners Regional Airport (FMN) — 137.8 km (85.6 mi)
- Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) — 141.2 km (87.7 mi)
- Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) (ASE) — 167.6 km (104.1 mi)
- Garfield County Regional Airport (RIL) — 175.6 km (109.1 mi)
Telluride Regional Airport (TEX) is Colorado's dramatic high-altitude gateway near the San Juan Mountains, prized by skiers and travelers seeking scenic canyon-rim landings and seasonal charter access to Telluride's resort community.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Telluride Regional Airport?
The IATA code for Telluride Regional Airport is TEX.
What is the ICAO code for Telluride Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Telluride Regional Airport is KTEX. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.