How Many Private Flights Come In and Out of Colorado? Here’s the Answer

Have you ever been on a private plane? I have never been on a private flight and most Coloradans have not either. However, you might be surprised how many private flights come in and out of Colorado.

When we think about private flights coming and going to Colorado we automatically assume that the majority of those flights are for celebrities. However, many business people, government employees, and others fly private as well.

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It isn't just Justin Bieber taking a private jet to Aspen. Although, he does do that nearly every year.

Private Jets and Colorado

Colorado has the fifth most air traffic for private jets in the nation. According to private aviation data, Colorado had over 110,000 private flights come in and out of the state.

Here are the top five:

• #5 Colorado
• #4 Georgia
• #3 California
• #2 Texas
• #1 Florida

According to Rustic Pathways, there are 301 private flights in the air either to or from Colorado every day.

For reference, there are 1,600 flights to Denver International Airport daily.

Private Planes: Are They Realistic for Most Coloradans?

Look, going to the airport is not a fun experience. Unfortunately, a big reason why the airport is not a fun experience is because of people's general lack of awareness.

I groan at the thought of going to the airport. However, I do not think I would ever pay to fly privately. Even if I was rich. I am a big point A to point B kind of guy and I do not understand why so many people fly private.

I get why famous people do it so they can fly in peace. However, most private planes cost at least $5,000 per hour. That sounds like a waste of money to me.

The answer is surprising. Especially when you look at how many private flights are in the air in Colorado during a typical day.