Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE)

Allentown, US 🇺🇸 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

KABE

IATA

ABE

Elevation

393 ft

Region

US-PA

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: KABE

Local Code: ABE

Location: 40.651773° N, -75.442797° E

Continent: NA

Type: Medium Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Recent traveler reviews for Lehigh Valley International Airport (KABE/ABE) indicate a generally highly positive sentiment and satisfaction. Travelers frequently praise ABE for its convenience, efficiency, and pleasant environment, making it a favored alternative to larger, more congested airports. The airport was even voted one of the best small airports in the U.S. in Newsweek's Readers' Choice Awards.

What Travelers Love

Overall Efficiency and Ease of Use: Travelers consistently highlight the airport's small size, which makes for a stress-free and quick experience from check-in to boarding. Security wait times are typically minimal, often taking 10-15 minutes or less, even during busy periods.
Cleanliness and Relaxing Environment: The terminal is frequently described as clean, organized, and comfortable, contributing to a relaxing travel atmosphere.
Friendly and Professional Staff: Many reviews commend the friendly and efficient TSA staff for making the security process easy and pleasant.
Affordable and Convenient Parking: Parking options are noted as affordable and conveniently located, with long-term parking often just a short walk from the terminal.
Enhanced Food and Beverage Options: Recent upgrades in 2024-2025 have introduced new dining choices, including Zekraft coffee shop and cafe, Which Wich sandwich shop, and The Drafthouse @ABE bar, offering a variety of food, craft beers, and a more local feel.
Family-Friendly Amenities: The airport offers amenities like the Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital Play Area, a lactation station, tech bars, and an Airport Book Exchange. They also implement a Sunflower Lanyard Program for travelers with hidden disabilities.

Common Complaints

Limited Food Options (Historically): While recent additions have significantly improved this, past reviews sometimes noted a scarcity of food and retail choices compared to larger airports.
Specific Airline Staff Issues: Some travelers have reported negative interactions with American Airlines staff, citing rudeness or unhelpfulness.
Lack of Parking Shuttles for Some Off-site Lots: While airport parking is close, some separate off-site parking facilities may not offer shuttle services, requiring travelers to use ride-shares, though prices are often adjusted to account for this.

Lehigh Valley International Airport generally provides a highly positive and efficient travel experience for passengers seeking to avoid the complexities of larger hubs. Its focus on cleanliness, quick security, and recent enhancements to amenities further solidifies its reputation as a convenient and welcoming regional airport.

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This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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Top Airlines

Operating at Lehigh Valley International Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
Allegiant Air `AAY` / `G4`	11	455	11	Dec 11, 2025
Endeavor Air `EDV` / `9E`	2	272	2	Dec 11, 2025
PSA Airlines `JIA` / `OH`	1	246	1	Dec 11, 2025
GoJet `GJS` / `G7`	2	203	2	Dec 11, 2025
East Coast Jets, Inc `ECJ`	65	129	65	Dec 11, 2025
Air Transport International, Inc. `ATN` / `8C`	6	114	6	Dec 10, 2025
FedEx `FDX` / `FX`	3	109	3	Dec 11, 2025
NetJets Aviation `EJA` / `1I`	53	87	53	Dec 11, 2025
SkyWest `SKW` / `OO`	1	57	1	Dec 10, 2025

Showing top 9 airlines by flight activity. Data includes observed departures and route networks from this airport.

For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`06/24`	7600 ft	150 ft	ASP	Active Lighted
`13/31`	5797 ft	150 ft	ASP	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
A/D	APP/DEP	`118.2 MHz`
ATIS	ATIS	`126.975 MHz`
CLD	CLNC DEL	`124.05 MHz`
GND	GND	`121.9 MHz`
RDO	WILLIAMSPORT RDO	`117.5 MHz`
TWR	TWR	`120.5 MHz`
UNIC	UNICOM	`122.95 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`AB`	Leehi	NDB	`400 kHz`
`FJC`	Allentown	VORTAC	`117500 kHz`

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

Taxis are available on the lower level of the main terminal, outside the baggage claim area. Service is provided by several local companies, and reservations are not required for arriving passengers.

Rental Cars

Rental car counters for major agencies like Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National are located in the main terminal, directly across from the baggage claim carousels. Vehicles are parked in an adjacent lot.

Public Transportation

Public transit is provided by the Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority (LANta). LANta Bus Route 319 serves the airport, offering connections to Allentown and Bethlehem. The bus stop is located on the lower level roadway outside the terminal.

Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.