Flying Home for the Holidays

December 21st, 2025 | Airport News

Highest passenger traffic for November since 2004

(Hanover Township, PA) - Last month, 86,801 passengers used Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) - an 8.8% increase and the highest activity for November since 2004.

"Travel industry forecasts pointed to one of the busiest holiday seasons on record at airports nationwide. We've experienced this firsthand with the steady rise in passenger activity at ABE," said Thomas R. Stoudt, Executive Director, Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority (LNAA).

Month Passengers Percentage Increase Month Passengers

Nov. '25 86,801 8.8% Nov. '24 79,757

By the numbers, Allegiant jumped 20.5% and American Airlines increased 6.5%. Meanwhile, Delta declined 3.9% and United dropped 23.3%.

TSA Holiday Travel Tips

• Bring your REAL ID compliant document - drivers license, passport or other acceptable form of identification and have it out to show the TSA officer at the checkpoint entrance.

• Pack smart by starting with an empty bag - All liquids, aerosols and gels packed in carry-on bags must be 3.4 ounces or less. Travelers must pack certain foods, such as sauces, jam, preserves and wine - in checked bags if they exceed 3.4 ounces.

• Use gift bags or gift boxes with removable lids when traveling - this will help TSA officers avoid the possibility of opening fully wrapped presents for additional screening.

Fear of Flying?

Register for the next Fear of Flying Seminar at ABE on January 6, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. https://bit.ly/3XJbD1L

Moving Freight

22,033,758 pounds of air cargo was processed through Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) in November - an increase of 4.4% from Nov. 2024.

Month Cargo (lbs.) Percentage Increase Month Cargo (lbs.)

Nov. '25 22,033,758 4.4% Nov. '24 21,092,939