Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport — Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, United States
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Distance & flight time from AVP
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport serves the twin-city region of Wilkes-Barre and Scranton in northeastern Pennsylvania. Its elevation of 962 feet is matched by two runways that handle scheduled airline service, cargo flights, and general aviation traffic for this part of the state's Coal Region. Despite its international designation, the airport's traffic remains primarily domestic, with major U.S. carriers offering connections through hub cities such as Philadelphia, Detroit, and Charlotte. Managing two runways gives controllers more options for the varied weather conditions common to northeastern Pennsylvania, including winter snow and seasonal storms. Serving two mid-sized cities rather than one larger metropolitan area gives this airport a distinct regional catchment area within the state.
Runways at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 7502 ft (2287 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
| 10/28 | 4300 ft (1311 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 124.5 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 111.6 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| RDO | WILLIAMSPORT RDO | 122.2 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.1 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)
- Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) — 79.8 km (49.6 mi)
- Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field (BGM) — 99.2 km (61.6 mi)
- Williamsport Regional Airport (IPT) — 100.7 km (62.6 mi)
- Reading Regional Airport (Carl A Spaatz Field) (RDG) — 108.5 km (67.4 mi)
- Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) Airport (MUI) — 122.9 km (76.4 mi)
- Morristown Municipal Airport (MMU) — 125.0 km (77.7 mi)
- Elmira Corning Regional Airport (ELM) — 133.2 km (82.8 mi)
- New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) — 136.0 km (84.5 mi)
Residents of Pennsylvania's Coal Region search AVP hoping to skip the drive down to Philadelphia, and some travelers double-check the code since Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International serves two distinct cities rather than a single hometown airport.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport?
The IATA code for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is AVP.
What is the ICAO code for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport?
The ICAO code for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is KAVP. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.