Lehigh Valley International Airport Guide

IATA ABEICAO KABEAllentown/BethlehemUpdated 2026-10-08
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Lehigh Valley International Airport sits at 3311 Airport Road in Allentown, Pennsylvania, about 11 km (7 miles) northeast of downtown Allentown and 6 km (4 miles) northwest of Bethlehem. It opened in 1929 and serves the Lehigh Valley, the metropolitan area formed by Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton.

The airport handled a record 1,067,114 passengers in 2025, up 5.4% on 2024, with July 2025 the busiest month in its history at 102,634 passengers. Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines provide scheduled service. Nonstop destinations include Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Denver, Fort Lauderdale, Myrtle Beach, Nashville, Orlando and Philadelphia. Allegiant operates a base here.

Cargo is a large part of the operation. The airport moved about 302 million pounds of freight in 2025, with Amazon Air and FedEx among the operators. Runway 06/24 is 7,599 ft and runway 13/31 is 5,800 ft, and the airport is owned and operated by the Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority.

Services

4 of 6 available

Compare 13 listed options at Lehigh Valley International Airport, spanning parking, car rentals, hotels and shuttles. Each guide sets out locations, distance from the airport, key features and links to book direct, so you can weigh cost against convenience before you fly. Select a service below to see every provider we track for Lehigh Valley International Airport.

Location

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Key facts

Size
1.1M passengers (2025)2 runwaysopened 1929
Location
40.652, -75.443
Operator
Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority

Terminals

1 terminal

Lehigh Valley International Airport has 1 passenger terminal — Terminal, handling both international and domestic flights for around 4 airlines. Check which terminal your airline uses before you travel, as check-in, security and boarding points differ between them, and moving from one to another can take time.

  • TerminalMixed

    Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines

Nearby cities

3 cities

Lehigh Valley International Airport is closest to Bethlehem (9 km southeast), and also serves Allentown, Easton and other nearby areas. With 3 towns and cities within reach, it is a practical gateway for the wider region. Distances shown are straight-line from the airport, so allow extra time for road transfers, traffic and parking.

  • Allentown13 km southwest
  • Bethlehem9 km southeast
  • Easton24 km northeast

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Lehigh Valley International Airport?

Lehigh Valley International Airport uses the following codes: IATA: ABE, ICAO: KABE. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Lehigh Valley International Airport located?

Lehigh Valley International Airport is located in Allentown/Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States. The airport coordinates are 40.6518°, -75.4428°.

What services are available at Lehigh Valley International Airport?

Lehigh Valley International Airport offers: 1 parking options, 6 car rental companies, 4 nearby hotels, 2 shuttle services, public transport connections. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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