Originally Posted by
BThumme
Now DEN-COS is only like a 40 minute drive. But there's a myriad of issues with this, first being it's 130am and the airport is closed. The (compass? I think? this was AA express, not UA) called their office and tried to figure what to do - it sounded like they might have to actually fly back to LAX (I was on a MR, so figured free segments + miles, not complaining at all).
I live between COS and DEN and frequently do the short flight. While I personally have never been diverted I have heard it's not uncommon for diverted flights to let people off if desired to make their own arrangements. UA is typically very accommodating during IRROPS and will usually work with you if it saves time & effort to your final destination.