HANOVER TWP., Pa. – Lehigh Valley International Airport saw increased activity in May, thanks in part to more flight options for travelers including the return of popular destinations Denver and Nashville, the Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority said in a news release.
The LNAA says last month, 91,606 passengers used LVIA, a 4.75% increase from May 2025.
Month Passengers Percentage increase Month Passengers
May ’26 91,606 4.75% May ’25 87,448
By the numbers, United Airlines increased 13.4%, Allegiant jumped 6.6% and Delta was up 2.9%, according to the LNAA.
The LNAA says American Airlines dipped 6% compared to last May.
American Airlines started nonstop service from LVIA to O’Hare International Airport on June 4. Daily departures are scheduled for approximately 6 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. or 5:15 p.m.
“In spite of a challenging winter, it’s been a strong start to the year at ABE with our annual surge of summer vacationers and family getaways rapidly approaching,” said Thomas R. Stoudt, Executive Director, Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority.
25.7 million pounds of air cargo was processed through LVIA last month, a decrease of 10.2% from May 2025.
The LNAA provided 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 travel guidance.
• 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