Summer traffic projected to grow by 10% vs 2023 (Middletown, PA – April 24, 2024) – A total of 305,541 passengers passed through Harrisburg International Airport (HIA) during the first three months of 2024, the airport’s busiest first quarter since its record year in 2019. Additionally, 2024’s total was third highest since 2005. “The…
More American Airlines service to Chicago!
Wrigley Field, Deep Dish Pizza, Italian Beef sandwiches, and the Magnificent Mile are now easier to go to as American Airlines flies up to three times a day to the Windy City! Not only is Chicago this region’s most popular business destination, as American’s third largest hub, Chicago offers convenient connections to more than 60…
Nonstop to Myrtle Beach resumes April 4th, 2024
Allegiant’s popular low fare, nonstop flights to Myrtle Beach resume today! Myrtle’s 60 miles of sandy beaches, their famous boardwalk, live music, theaters offering dinner and a show, amusement parks, an aquarium, more than 90 beautiful golf courses are much more are one again just a 90-minute flight away. To make things easier, AllegiantAir.com also offers hotel…
Get ready for a busy 2nd quarter!
During January and February 2024, HIA passenger traffic was 6% above last year and nearly 4% above budget. Looking ahead to April, May and June, scheduled airline seats departing Harrisburg will be up 14% compared to the same months in 2023 and 12% over budget. In fact, second quarter airline passenger traffic could be within…
United Airlines Welcomes Back IAD
Beginning on Thursday, June 27th, United Airlines will transition their current Harrisburg to Newark service back to their growing hub at Washington DC’s Dulles International Airport (IAD). Prior to the pandemic, MDT-IAD was a very popular route for United travelers connecting to destinations around the world. The Harrisburg departures will connect to 57 destinations throughout…
Hello, Jacksonville! 🌴✈️
Allegiant’s Newest Nonstop Destination from HIA We’re thrilled to share some big news from Allegiant: starting June 14, you can fly nonstop from Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) to Jacksonville, Florida! This announcement marks the beginning of a new adventure for our travelers, with flights available every Monday and Friday. Discover the Sunshine in Jacksonville Whether…
HIA Announces Strategic Partnership with Govysh
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HIA Announces Strategic Partnership with Govysh A new PA-based Rideshare Option for Travelers (Middletown, PA – February 2, 2024) Harrisburg International Airport (MDT), is excited to announce a new strategic partnership with Govysh, a Pennsylvania-based rideshare company, who embodies the entrepreneurial spirit and unique vibrancy of the state. “Our partnership with Govysh is…
Harrisburg International Airport Passenger Traffic up 3.8 percent in 2023
International traffic up 25 percent in 2023 (Middletown, PA – January 31, 2024) – Harrisburg International Airport (HIA) reported a total of 1,303,990 passengers flew into and out of the central Pennsylvania region during 2023—an increase of 3.8 percent compared to 2022. Airlines offered nearly four percent more seats for sale in 2023 and the…
Behind the Scenes: Winter Operations at Harrisburg International Airport
When the snow comes, we’re ready. Keeping runways clear and operations running is a commitment we take seriously—no matter the weather. When snow arrives in Central PA, our team springs into action to keep Harrisburg International Airport clear for takeoff – and landing. The Heart of Operations: The Snow Desk The Snow Desk is the…
The Air Dot Show Tour Soars into Central Pennsylvania on Memorial Day Weekend 2025
The Blue Angels will headline the inaugural event at Harrisburg Int’l Airport HARRISBURG, PA – The Air Dot Show Tour is set to grace the skies over Harrisburg International Airport on May 24-25, 2025, featuring the renowned US Navy Blue Angels and an impressive array of aircraft on display in the sky and on the…
