Expanded Service from HIA – Your Gateway to Winter Travel

Winter is almost here, and Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) is ready to get you where you need to go, with more options than ever before. Here’s what’s new this December: At HIA, we offer an Altogether Better™ experience—no big airport chaos, just the convenience of flying closer to home. Plan your next getaway and discover…

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Thanksgiving Holiday Travel Tips

Make Thanksgiving Travel Stress-Free with These Tips from HIA Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel periods of the year, and Harrisburg International Airport (HIA) is ready to help you navigate the holiday season with ease. Whether you’re flying out to visit family or welcoming loved ones, a bit of preparation can go a long…

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Harrisburg International Airport Achieves Record Passenger Traffic in September

HIA sees a 23% increase in traffic year-over-year, marking the busiest September in its history. Harrisburg, PA – Harrisburg International Airport (HIA) reached a significant milestone this fall, with a record-breaking 131,791 passengers passing through in September. This achievement represents a remarkable 22.8% increase in traffic compared to the same month last year, setting a…

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Behind the Scenes: The IT Department at Harrisburg International Airport

Harrisburg International Airport’s IT Department is committed to their mission of providing safe, convenient, and affordable connections for central Pennsylvania residents to the world. Kevin Bryner and his carefully selected team of hardworking IT experts contribute to the success of the airport by ensuring technology functions seamlessly, providing passengers and staff with a smooth and…

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Fall Colors at TSA Checkpoints—What You Need to Know

As the fall season brings vibrant colors to the landscape, a few unexpected hues are also showing up at TSA checkpoints—colorful firearms. While most guns detected by TSA officers are traditional black, more travelers are bringing colorful weapons in shades of pink, purple, teal, and red. TSA officers are well-trained to handle such situations quickly…

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American Airlines Adding Seasonal, Saturday Only Nonstop Service to Miami from Harrisburg International Airport

Saturday flights to be flown between February 15th and March 29th, 2025 Harrisburg, PA – October 15, 2024 – American Airlines will offer seasonal, Saturday only nonstop flights to Miami International Airport (MIA) from Harrisburg International Airport (MDT), between February 15th and March 29th, 2025.  “American’s new nonstop Miami service provides central PA leisure and…

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HIA Police Lieutenant Completes Prestigious FBI National Academy Training

Lt. Jon Greenawalt Graduates from the FBI National Academy Harrisburg, PA, September 16, 2024 – The Susquehanna Area Regional Airport Authority (SARAA) is proud to announce that Lt. Jon Greenawalt, a dedicated officer of the Harrisburg International Airport (HIA) Police Department, has successfully completed the 291st session of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia….

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HIA year-to-date Passenger Traffic up 9.4% vs 2023

Labor Day travel week could be the busiest ever (Middletown, PA – August 28, 2024) – During the month of July 2024, 124,661 passengers flew into and out of Harrisburg International Airport (HIA), an increase of nearly one percent vs July 2023.  As of July 31st, 809,204 passengers have used the airport, an increase of…

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HIA Expects nearly 24,000 Passengers during Labor Day Travel Week   

Could be the busiest Labor Day week ever   (Middletown, PA – August 23, 2024) – The busy summer travel season is expected to continue through the Labor Day weekend as Harrisburg International Airport (HIA) expects nearly 24,000 passengers to fly to and from the airport, between Thursday, August 29th and Tuesday, September 3rd.    …

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