Durango-La Plata County Airport
Durango La Plata County Airport is the main air gateway for Durango in southwestern Colorado, giving visitors a straightforward arrival point for mountain scenery, outdoor trips, and regional travel. Identified as DRO and KDRO, this medium airport sits at an elevation of 6,685 feet (2,038 m), so travelers coming from lower elevations may notice the thinner, drier air soon after landing. Its setting suits the area well: practical, easy to understand, and close to the landscapes that draw people to this part of the United States.
About Durango-La Plata County Airport
Durango La Plata County Airport is the main air gateway for Durango in southwestern Colorado, giving visitors a straightforward arrival point for mountain scenery, outdoor trips, and regional travel. Identified as DRO and KDRO, this medium airport sits at an elevation of 6,685 feet (2,038 m), so travelers coming from lower elevations may notice the thinner, drier air soon after landing. Its setting suits the area well: practical, easy to understand, and close to the landscapes that draw people to this part of the United States.
Overview
Durango La Plata County Airport is the main air gateway for Durango in southwestern Colorado, giving visitors a straightforward arrival point for mountain scenery, outdoor trips, and regional travel. Identified as DRO and KDRO, this medium airport sits at an elevation of 6,685 feet (2,038 m), so travelers coming from lower elevations may notice the thinner, drier air soon after landing. Its setting suits the area well: practical, easy to understand, and close to the landscapes that draw people to this part of the United States.
At a glance
- Airport name: Durango La Plata County Airport
- Location served: Durango, United States
- Airport type: medium airport
- Elevation: 6,685 ft (2,038 m)
- Runway: 03/21, 9,201 ft, asphalt
- Local time zone: America/Denver
What travelers should know
The airport has a single long runway, 03/21, measuring 9,201 feet, which supports reliable operations in a region where terrain and weather can shape travel plans. Because the airport is in the Mountain Time Zone, it is worth double-checking arrival and departure times if you are connecting from other parts of the country. The official airport website, http://www.durangogov.org/airport/index.cfm, is the best place to confirm current airport information before you go, especially if you want local updates, facility details, or practical planning help for your trip.
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FAQ
Durango-La Plata County Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Durango-La Plata County Airport is located in Durango, United States (North America), at coordinates 37.160°, -107.750°.
- Its IATA code is DRO and its ICAO code is KDRO.
- Durango-La Plata County Airport serves Durango, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Durango-La Plata County Airport operates on America/Denver local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Durango-La Plata County Airport sits at latitude 37.160° and longitude -107.750°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from DRO. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for DRO is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from DRO on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is 1000 Airport Road, Durango, Colorado, 81303, United States, the phone number is +1 970-382-6050, the official website is http://www.durangogov.org/index.aspx?nid=202. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in United States. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.