Plattsburgh International Airport — Plattsburgh, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search herePlattsburgh International Airport in Plattsburgh uses the IATA code PBG, with KPBG as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from PBG
Plattsburgh International Airport
PBG is Plattsburgh International Airport, located in Plattsburgh, New York, near the shores of Lake Champlain close to the Canadian border. The airport was built on the site of the former Plattsburgh Air Force Base, a Cold War-era Strategic Air Command installation that closed in the 1990s, after which the facility was converted for civilian and cargo use. PBG has served as a budget-friendly alternative airport for travelers in the Montreal area, since it sits just across the border and has attracted low-cost carriers over the years. The airport also supports general aviation and occasional military training activity. PBG's dual military heritage and civilian repurposing make it a notable example of base conversion.
Runways at Plattsburgh International Airport (PBG)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 11759 ft (3584 m) | 200 ft (61 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for Plattsburgh International Airport (PBG)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | BURLINGTON APP/DEP | 121.1 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.7 MHz |
Airports near Plattsburgh International Airport (PBG)
- Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV) — 31.9 km (19.8 mi)
- Adirondack Regional Airport (SLK) — 65.4 km (40.6 mi)
- St Jean Airport (YJN) — 73.1 km (45.4 mi)
- Edward F Knapp State Airport (MPV) — 87.5 km (54.4 mi)
- Bromont (Roland Désourdy) Airport (ZBM) — 91.3 km (56.7 mi)
- Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) — 93.4 km (58.0 mi)
- Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan Airport (YHU) — 96.4 km (59.9 mi)
- Cornwall Regional Airport (YCC) — 99.6 km (61.9 mi)
PBG is Plattsburgh International Airport in New York, a former Air Force base near the Canadian border popular as a low-cost alternative for travelers heading to Montreal.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Plattsburgh International Airport?
The IATA code for Plattsburgh International Airport is PBG.
What is the ICAO code for Plattsburgh International Airport?
The ICAO code for Plattsburgh International Airport is KPBG. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.