# ABE — Lehigh Valley International Airport

> Machine-readable reference for ABE. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes.

Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/abe
HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/abe
Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/abe.md
JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/ABE.json (includes live arrivals + weather)
Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml
Last refreshed: 2026-06-03T00:26:10.578+00:00

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## Identity

- Name: Lehigh Valley International Airport
- IATA: ABE
- ICAO: KABE
- City: Allentown/Bethlehem
- Country: US (US)
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Distance from city: 11 km (7 mi) northeast of Allentown
- Runways: 2
- Terminals: 1
- Annual passengers: 916,000
- Official website: https://www.flyabe.com/

## Overview

Welcome Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) is often the local ticket to bypass the chaos of major hubs like Newark and Philadelphia. Though it's a small airport, ABE boasts a unique ease of use. Regular travelers appreciate its simple layout, user-friendly parking, and staff known for being remarkably friendly and attentive. Located just 11 kilometers northeast of Allentown, ABE provides a practical alternative to the larger airports nearby, featuring perks like a sensory room and children's play area that make transit through this space easier for families. At a glance Handling 916,000 passengers annually, ABE operates from a single terminal, making it straightforward for both arrivals and departures. It serves carriers like Allegiant Air, American Eagle, and Delta Connection, focusing on regional routes without the burden of major connections. The airport’s positions make it attractive for those looking to avoid congested airport commutes. Terminals & layout ABE features a Main Terminal, where all operations converge, eliminating the hassle of inter-terminal transfers. Given its size, the advantage is in simplicity; travelers benefit from short distances between parking, c…

## Terminals (1)

- **Main Terminal** — 12 gates · Main Terminal,Wiley Departure Building concourses · airlines: Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/abe/terminals/main-terminal

## Parking (6)

- **Accessible Parking** — $12.00/day, $2.00/hr, $84.00/week · next to terminal
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/abe/parking/accessible-parking
- **Economy Parking** — Surface lot · Farther from terminal
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/abe/parking/economy-parking
- **Long-Term Parking** — Long stay · $10.00/day, $1.50/hr, $70.00/week · next to terminal
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/abe/parking/long-term-parking
- **Overflow Parking** — Remote · $8.00/day, $1.00/hr, $56.00/week · 0.5 mi
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/abe/parking/overflow-parking
- **Short-Term Parking** — Short stay · $12.00/day, $2.00/hr, $84.00/week · next to terminal
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/abe/parking/short-term-parking
- **Valet Parking** — Valet · $25.00/day, $5.00/hr · next to terminal
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/abe/parking/valet-parking

## Ground transport (5)

- **App-based rideshare pickup (Uber, Lyft)** — Rideshare · Around 15–20 min to downtown Allentown, depending on traffic · On demand
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/abe/transport/app-based-rideshare-pickup-uber-lyft
- **Hotel courtesy shuttles** — Shuttle · Typically free for hotel guests
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/abe/transport/hotel-courtesy-shuttles
- **LANta Public Bus Service** — Bus
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/abe/transport/lanta-public-bus-service
- **Taxi service from terminal curb** — Taxi · Approximately 15–20 min to downtown Allentown · On demand
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/abe/transport/taxi-service-from-terminal-curb
- **Trans-Bridge Lines Bus to New York City and New Jersey** — Bus
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/abe/transport/trans-bridge-lines-bus-to-new-york-city-and-new-jersey

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: For extra peace, utilize ABE's sensory room and children's play area — rare finds in an airport this size.
- _Time_: Aim to arrive 75-90 minutes before morning flights; midday departures often have minimal security queues.
- _Avoid_: TSA rules are strictly enforced here; pack accordingly to prevent unnecessary delays.
- _Money_: Limited food options make it worth eating before you arrive or packing a meal.
- _Local_: Engage with the staff at the bar or gift shop; they're known to offer excellent local dining tips.
- _Quiet_: The sensory room offers a peaceful space if you're seeking a quiet respite before your flight.
- _Time_: The proximity of parking to the terminal allows for last-minute arrivals without the stress of distant shuttle transfers.

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## Live data

Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch:
- https://airport.flights/api/airport/ABE.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache)
- https://airport.flights/airport/abe/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals
- https://airport.flights/airport/abe/departures — HTML page with live departures