Lynchburg Regional Airport - Preston Glenn Field (LYH)

Lynchburg, US 🇺🇸 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

KLYH

IATA

LYH

Elevation

938 ft

Region

US-VA

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: KLYH

Local Code: LYH

Location: 37.326698° N, -79.200401° E

Continent: NA

Type: Medium Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Lynchburg Regional Airport (LYH) generally receives positive reviews from recent travelers, who appreciate its small size, efficiency, and convenience. While praised for quick processes and well-maintained facilities, the primary limitation is its highly restricted flight options.

What Travelers Love

Small Size and Efficiency: Travelers consistently highlight the airport's compact nature, leading to quick check-in, easy TSA processes, and fast boarding. Security wait times are typically very low, often less than one minute.
Convenient and Affordable Parking: Both Close-In and Economy parking lots are available, offering competitive daily rates ($12.00 and $9.00, respectively) and an easy walk to the terminal. There are reportedly no wait times at parking counters.
Well-Maintained Facilities: The airport is described as modern and well-kept. Seating is ample after security.
Proximity and Transportation: LYH is located very close to Liberty University and downtown Lynchburg, making ground transportation convenient. Rental cars are available on-site, and hotel shuttles, public transit (GLTC), and rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are easily accessible.
Friendly Staff: Many travelers report courteous security and gate agents.

Common Complaints

Limited Flight Options: The most significant drawback is the very limited number of daily flights, primarily through American Eagle to Charlotte (CLT). However, nonstop service to Chicago and Washington, D.C. is planned to begin in March 2026.
Sparse Food and Refreshment Options: After security, options for refreshments are extremely limited, often consisting of only a single vending machine which has been known to malfunction.
Ongoing Construction: As of late 2025, a major Runway 4-22 rehabilitation project is underway, which started in June 2025 and is expected to be completed by the end of September 2025. This has led to temporary flight schedule adjustments, with much of the work occurring at night and on extended weekends.
Occasional Staff Issues: One review mentioned occasional rudeness from staff members.

Overall, Lynchburg Regional Airport offers a stress-free and efficient travel experience for those flying to or from its limited destinations, primarily Charlotte. Its compact size, ease of access, and quick processing are highly valued, though travelers should be prepared for minimal amenities past security and plan for onward travel given the current limited flight routes.

Generated 6 days ago

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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Popular Flight Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at Lynchburg Regional Airport - Preston Glenn Field

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
Piedmont `PDT` / `PT`	1	6	1	Jul 26, 2025

Showing top 1 airlines by flight activity. Data includes observed departures and route networks from this airport.

For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`04/22`	5799 ft	150 ft	ASP	Active Lighted
`17/35`	3387 ft	75 ft	ASP	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
A/D	ROANOKE APP/DEP	`125.47 MHz`
ATIS	ATIS	`119.8 MHz`
CTAF	CTAF	`127.65 MHz`
GND	GND	`121.9 MHz`
RDO	LEESBURG RDO	`109.2 MHz`
TWR	TWR	`127.65 MHz`
UNIC	UNICOM	`122.95 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`LY`	Bojar	NDB	`385 kHz`
`LYH`	Lynchburg	VORTAC	`109200 kHz`

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

Taxis are available on-demand outside the main terminal exit. Ride-sharing services, including Uber and Lyft, also operate at the airport for pickups and drop-offs.

Rental Cars

Rental car counters are located inside the terminal building across from the baggage claim area. Companies operating on-site include Avis, Budget, Hertz, and National/Enterprise.

Public Transportation

There is no direct public bus service to the Lynchburg Regional Airport terminal. The Greater Lynchburg Transit Company (GLTC) does not have a fixed route that stops at the airport.

Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.