VAIL

Why Vail?

Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, Peak Aviation ensures that your trip is smooth from takeoff to landing. Enjoy a tailored travel plan that lets you arrive refreshed and ready to explore everything Vail has to offer.

Explore Vail’s Best Activities and Landmarks

From the slopes of Vail Ski Resort to the vibrant Vail Village, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy skiing and snowboarding on some of the world’s finest powder, or take a leisurely stroll through the village’s boutique shops, art galleries, and gourmet restaurants.

In the summer, Vail transforms into a haven for hiking, mountain biking, and outdoor festivals. Don’t miss landmarks like the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens or a ride up the scenic Eagle Bahn Gondola.

Top Resorts in Vail for Your Perfect Getaway
The Arrabelle at Vail Square
Nestled in the heart of Lionshead Village, The Arrabelle, a RockResort, at Vail Square offers an opulent alpine experience. Guests can enjoy ski-in/ski-out access, a rooftop pool with panoramic mountain views, and a full-service spa.
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Four Seasons Vail

Situated near Vail Village, the Four Seasons Resort & Residences offers contemporary accommodations with fireplaces and private balconies. Amenities include a year-round outdoor pool, full-service spa, and fine dining at Flame Restaurant.

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Sonnenalp Hotel

A family-owned resort with a European flair, Sonnenalp Hotel provides a warm and inviting atmosphere. Guests can relax in the full-service spa, enjoy indoor and outdoor pools, and dine at one of the hotel’s three restaurants.

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The Sebastian – Vail

Located in Vail Village, The Sebastian offers a chic and modern ambiance. The resort features an outdoor pool, hot tubs, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Dining options include Leonora, serving locally sourced cuisine, and Frost Bar for après-ski cocktails.

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Where to Stay in Vail

Vail is really two villages, and where you sleep decides how much you walk. Sonnenalp sits in the middle of Vail Village, family-owned across five generations and the most consistently run hotel in town. The Sebastian is a few minutes east with the livelier bar scene. Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail holds the western entrance to the village and is the easiest of the three to arrive at with a lot of luggage.

The calendar is the constraint, not the room count. Christmas through New Year and the Presidents’ Day stretch are booked the previous spring, and the village empties twice a year — mid-April into early June, and October into November — when a good share of the hotels and restaurants close for the offseason. If you are flying in during the shoulder, confirm that the address you booked is actually open.

Where to Eat in Vail

Sweet Basil has been the reservation to have in Vail Village for decades and still is. Matsuhisa Vail runs the same kitchen discipline as the Aspen and Los Angeles rooms and is the steadiest table in town. Mountain Standard, from the same owners as Sweet Basil, is the one to book when you want the cooking without the occasion.

Book before you fly. The number of dining rooms in Vail does not change but the number of people in town does, and over the holidays the good tables go weeks out. Both Sweet Basil and Mountain Standard take a short break in the spring offseason, so if you are coming in late April or May, confirm hours with the restaurant directly.

Preferred Airports
for Private Flights

Vail is served by five fields, and which one you use is a trade between drive time and winter capacity. Eagle County (EGE) is the closest at about thirty minutes, and it books out first over the holidays. Peak coordinates the arrival either way.

  • Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE): Just 30 minutes from Vail, this airport offers quick and easy access to the town and surrounding ski areas for private flights.
  • Pitkin County Airport (ASE): Roughly 90 minutes from Vail, this Aspen-based airport is another accessible choice for private jet flights to the Vail area.
  • Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL): Located in Rifle, Colorado, about 75 minutes from Vail, this airport provides a convenient option for private jet travelers.
  • Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT): Approximately two hours from Vail, this airport serves as a great option for those flying privately into Western Colorado.
  • Denver Centennial Airport (APA): Situated around two hours from Vail, this private-friendly airport offers a smooth arrival and transfer experience for those headed to the mountains.

Vail Charter Questions, Answered

Eagle County Regional (EGE) is the close-in choice at about thirty minutes from Vail, and it books out first on winter weekends. Aspen/Pitkin County (ASE), Rifle Garfield County (RIL), Grand Junction Regional (GJT) and Denver Centennial (APA) are the alternates, and each trades flight convenience for road time.

About thirty minutes on I-70 in normal conditions, and longer on a winter weekend or after fresh snow. From Rifle it is roughly seventy-five minutes, from Aspen about ninety, and from Grand Junction or Denver Centennial closer to two hours.

EGE handles everything from light jets to heavy jets, but it sits at altitude in mountainous terrain and performance planning matters. We match the aircraft to the runway, the temperature and the load rather than the other way around.

Christmas through New Year, Presidents week, and the powder weekends in January and February. Those are the weeks when the airport books out well before the aircraft do.

Three to four weeks in the shoulder seasons. For the holidays and Presidents week, two to three months, and book the lodging on the same call.

Yes. Cars meet the aircraft at Eagle County and we coordinate the transfer to Vail, Beaver Creek or Lionshead. Tell us the ski and luggage volume at the quote stage, because it affects the aircraft as much as the headcount does.

Book Your Private Jet Charter to Vail Today

Experience unparalleled luxury and convenience with Peak Aviation’s private jet charters to Vail. Whether you’re traveling for business or leisure, our charter flights offer the perfect combination of comfort, privacy, and efficiency.

Let Peak Aviation transform your journey into an unforgettable part of your Vail experience. Sit back, relax, and let us take care of every detail.

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