Contour Airlines Adds More Flights to Moab for Spring

Airline expands service to Canyonlands Regional Airport with new routes from Denver and Phoenix.

Mar. 17, 2026 at 4:15am

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Contour Airlines has announced it will expand its flight schedule to the Canyonlands Regional Airport in Moab, Utah for the busy spring travel season. The expansion will add 19 weekly flights to Moab, with seven from Phoenix and 12 from Denver. Contour is also seeking to add a second daily flight between Moab and Denver.

Why it matters

This expansion continues Contour's trend of increasing services at the Canyonlands Regional Airport, which is supported by federal subsidies to help maintain commercial flights in rural communities. The additional flights will make it easier for visitors to access the world-class outdoor recreation in Moab, including Arches and Canyonlands National Parks.

The details

Contour's expanded service will utilize 30-seat regional jets with extra legroom, complimentary snacks and beverages, and free checked and carry-on bags. The Grand County Commission will review Contour's proposal for a second daily Denver-Moab flight on March 17.

  • In April 2025, Contour began daily flights between Denver and Moab.
  • The expanded spring schedule will start in March 2026.

The players

Contour Airlines

A regional airline that provides commercial air service to smaller airports, including the Canyonlands Regional Airport in Moab, Utah.

Canyonlands Regional Airport

A public airport located in Moab, Utah that serves the surrounding national parks and outdoor recreation areas.

Ben Munson

President of Contour Airlines.

Grand County Commission

The governing body that oversees Canyonlands Regional Airport and will review Contour's proposal for additional flights.

Alternative Essential Air Service program

A federal program that provides subsidies to help maintain commercial flights in rural communities.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to expand our service in Moab and offer additional flights during the busy spring travel season. Moab continues to be a popular destination for travelers, and these additional flights will make it even easier for visitors from around the world to explore the region's world-class outdoor recreation, including nearby Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park.”

— Ben Munson, President of Contour Airlines (castlecountryradio.com)

What’s next

The Grand County Commission will review Contour's proposal for a second daily flight between Moab and Denver on Tuesday, March 17.

The takeaway

Contour Airlines' expansion of flights to Moab's Canyonlands Regional Airport demonstrates the growing demand for access to the area's outdoor recreation, and the importance of federal subsidies in maintaining commercial air service to rural communities.