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Durango La Plata County Airport

KDRODRODurango, CO·Medium Airport

KDRO is the ICAO code for Durango La Plata County Airport (IATA DRO), located in Durango, CO.

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Airport guide

Durango-La Plata County Airport (KDRO) sits 13 miles southeast of Durango, Colorado, in the San Juan Mountains. The single 9,201 ft runway handles every current business jet (heavier iron is at gross-weight limits due to mountain terrain on departure). Field elevation 6,685 ft, with year-round density-altitude considerations. Durango is the structural gateway to Mesa Verde National Park + Telluride alternative when KTEX (Telluride) weather socks in (Durango is 75 min via Highway 145). Ground time to downtown Durango is 25 minutes; Mesa Verde is 30; Telluride is 75.

Background from Wikipedia

Durango–La Plata County Airport – also known as Durango Airport and La Plata County Airport – is a city- and county-owned public airport located approximately 12 miles (19 km) southeast of Durango, in La Plata County, Colorado, United States.

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Empty legs departing KDRO (2)

Nov 5, 2026
KDRO → KLAS(Las Vegas, NV)
Cessna Citation 650 · MID_SIZE_JET
$10,317
Nov 6, 2026
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KDRO → KPTK
(Pontiac, MI)
Cessna Citation 650 · MID_SIZE_JET
$22,647

Empty legs arriving KDRO (3)

Oct 15, 2026
KCRQ → KDRO(Carlsbad, CA)
Embraer Phenom 100 · VERY_LIGHT_JET
$6,834
Oct 29, 2026
KLAS → KDRO(Las Vegas, NV)
Cessna Citation 650 · MID_SIZE_JET
$9,436
Nov 6, 2026
KLAS → KDRO(Las Vegas, NV)
Cessna Citation 650 · MID_SIZE_JET
$9,436

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Frequently asked questions about Durango La Plata County Airport

What is KDRO airport?+
KDRO is the ICAO code for Durango La Plata County Airport (IATA DRO), located in Durango, CO.
What does DRO stand for?+
DRO is the IATA code for Durango La Plata County Airport (ICAO KDRO) in Durango, CO.
Where is Durango La Plata County Airport?+
Durango La Plata County Airport is located in Durango, CO.
Does Durango La Plata County Airport have commercial airline service?+
Yes — Durango La Plata County Airport is served by scheduled airlines in addition to private aviation traffic.
How long is the runway at Durango La Plata County Airport?+
The longest runway at Durango La Plata County Airport measures 9,201 ft (2,804 m).
What is the elevation of Durango La Plata County Airport?+
Durango La Plata County Airport sits at 6,685 ft above sea level.
What timezone is Durango La Plata County Airport in?+
Durango La Plata County Airport operates on America/Denver.
How many private-jet empty legs are available at Durango La Plata County Airport?+
SkyAccess currently tracks 2 departing and 3 arriving private-jet empty legs at Durango La Plata County Airport over the next six months. Browse and book each leg with a free account.

References

  • Official airport website
  • Wikipedia

At a glance

Country
United States
Region
CO
Timezone
America/Denver
Elevation
6,685 ft
Longest runway
9,201 ft (2,804 m)
Scheduled service
Yes
IATA
DRO
ICAO
KDRO

Activity

Departing legs
2
Arriving legs
3
Based aircraft
0
Operators
2

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