Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority
05/21/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/21/2026 06:49
Summer Surge Ahead
May 21st, 2026 | Airport News
Seasonal Flights to Denver and Nashville return in May
(Hanover Township, PA) - In April, 83,615 passengers traveled through Lehigh Valley International Airport - a 2.08% decrease from April 2025.
"Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial kickoff to summer, and ABE is already prepared for another surge of activity during the vacation travel season," said Thomas R. Stoudt, Executive Director, Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority (LNAA).
Month Passengers (Percentage decrease) Month Passengers
Apr. '26 83,615 2.08% Apr. '25 85,391
By the numbers, American Airlines increased 1.6%. Meanwhile, Allegiant remained flat, Delta declined 4%, and United dropped 13%.
Back on the Schedule!
Two popular destinations make their annual return to the flight schedule in May. Allegiant begins seasonal air service to Nashville, Tennessee on May 21st and Denver, Colorado on May 22nd.
Here are some helpful tips for summer travel:
• Real ID-compliant identification is required for air travel. Travelers without a Real ID may be eligible to use the TSA ConfirmID program. https://www.tsa.gov/tsaconfirm-id
• Visit TSA.gov or connect with @AskTSA for helpful guidance and support of questions
• TSA does not require identification for children under 18 years of age traveling within the United States
• Please allow extra time for parking, airline check-in, and TSA security screening
• Airline ticket counters typically open 2 hours prior to a scheduled departure
• Check-in for passengers traveling with checked baggage generally closes 30-45 minutes before departure, depending on the airline
• Boarding usually begins 30-45 minutes prior to departure, depending on the airline.
• For additional travel information, please contact your airline directly or visit Fly ABE
Moving Freight
25,398,509 pounds of air cargo was processed through Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) last month - an increase of 1.2% from April 2025.
Month Cargo (lbs.) Percentage increase Month Cargo (lbs.)
Apr. '26 25,398,509 1.23% Apr. '25 25,089,375
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