Getting To & Getting Around Sun Valley Resort

Sun Valley Resort is easily accessible, with non-stop daily flights to Hailey's Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) from major hubs from the Midwest to the West Coast. For added convenience, shuttle service is available from Hailey's Friedman Memorial Airport, ensuring a hassle-free journey to the resort. Alternatively, guests can opt for a scenic drive from various nearby locations, including Boise, Salt Lake City, and Montana, offering a picturesque approach to this idyllic destination.

By Plane

The closest airport to Sun Valley Resort is the Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) in Hailey, Idaho. The airport is located just 14 miles from the resort and offers nonstop flights to Sun Valley from San Francisco, Seattle, Los Angeles, San Diego, Denver, Salt Lake City, Chicago, and Phoenix. These cities are served by most major airlines and are met by Sun Valley’s connecting carriers: Alaska Airlines, Delta Connection (Operated by SkyWest), United Express (Operated by SkyWest), and American Airlines.

Winter 2025-26 Flight Schedule >

Summer/Fall 2026 Flight Schedule >

Once you arrive to Friedman Memorial Airport, Sun Valley Resort offers courtesy transportation for our guests staying at the resort to and from Sun Valley Resort. For more information contact Bell Service (208) 622-2122 or e-mail svshuttle@sunvalley.com. Reservations must be made to guarantee a seat upon arrival. 

By Car

Driving to Sun Valley Resort offers a scenic ride through high desert and picturesque farmland with very little traffic. 

Directions to Sun Valley Resort

Parking

There is free parking at all mountain base areas as well as at the Sun Valley Village. 

Electric Vehicle Charging

Sun Valley Resort currently hosts 3, level-2 electric vehicle charging stations. We have 2 Tesla Wall Connectors that deliver up to 64 amps of power. We also have a universal J-1772 station that can charge all electric vehicles and delivers up to 32 amps of power.

Rental Car

Rental cars are available at the resort from Enterprise Rent-A-Car for roundtrip and one way rentals, as well as drops-offs from other locations. Reserve online with Enterprise Rent-A-Car or call (800) 261-7331. You may alo inquire with the Sun Valley Concierge at (208) 622-2097.

Getting Around

Sun Valley is a complete walking village, where cars are not necessary. The Sun Valley Village is located 1 mile from Downtown Ketchum and easily accessible by bus or by foot and bike in the summertime. The local Mountain Rides bus system has regular round trips from the Village to both Dollar and Bald Mountains and to the town of Ketchum and Elkhorn Springs and is free to ride. 

For all bus routes visit www.mountainrides.org