Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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AVP Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport.
What to Expect
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Airport (code: AVP) features a midsize, two-level terminal with eight gates. The airport has two restaurants and a donut/coffee shop. WiFi is available, and there are fee-based massage chairs for sit-back-and-relax pre-flight comfort. There are no private lounges at this airport.
Sleeping in Wilkes-Barre Airport
Sleeping here is not too common. If you plan on staying here overnight, you will be directed to the public side of the terminal. For uninterrupted sleep, there is a hotel at the airport. See Airport Hotels in the guide below or read traveller airport reviews for more tips.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours.
Remember that TSA airline check-in and baggage drop hours vary according to the flight schedule. Check these hours with your airline. If you are in the terminal’s public area (landside), you will not be able to get through to the terminal’s secure area (airside) until approximately 4:00 AM.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Wilkes-Barre Airport:
- Best Western Plus Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport Hotel – Free airport shuttle is available. » Check Rates
- Holiday Inn Express Pittston Scranton Airport – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels in Scranton, search for deals and read traveller reviews.
Airport Lounges
Pocono Club & Business Center – Access: The Pocono Club and Business Center is available to frequent flier members who travel (A) at least 25,000 miles per year from any one airline serving the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport or (B) at least six (6) times within the past year from AVP. Membership is required. Hours: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Mondays through Fridays, except Holidays.
Military Lounges
A Military Appreciation Suite is available at Wilkes-Barre airport for active and retired members of the U.S. Military. Location Airside, 1st Floor.
Drinking Water
Thirsty? Drinking water fountains are available free of charge. Locations: 1st & 2nd Floor of Terminal Building.
Food & Drinks
At the time of this update, there are no 24-hour dining options, so if you are stuck in the airport overnight, you should purchase water and snacks early. Dining options include Lucky’s Craft Food & Drink (open daily at 10:30 AM) • Dunkin Donuts (4:30 AM – last departing flight).
Luggage Storage & Lockers
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Mobile Charging
We had no information about mobile charging availability at the time of this update. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Showers
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WiFi / Internet
Free WiFi is available at Wilkes-Barre Airport.
More Airport Information
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Location: 1st Floor, center of the terminal.
Baby Care Facilities – Two Lactation rooms are available. Location: 2nd Level, near Administration Office • Past Security checkpoint, near escalator to Gates 1 and 2.
Baggage Carts – Need a hand with your luggage? Baggage carts are available for a fee. Locations: Baggage Claim • Level 1, Ticketing • Parking Lot and Garage. Rate: unknown.
Conference Room – Conference room facilities are available for rent; contact the Administrative Office for rates and reservations.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Northeast PA News & Gift is the airport’s only shopping option. Location: 2nd Floor, next to Lucky’s Craft Food & Drink.
Information Desk – Location: 1st Floor, near the middle entrances.
Massage Chairs – Self-service massage chairs are available in two different locations on the 2nd Floor. Rates are $1 for three minutes or $5 for 15 minutes.
Medical Services – First aid services are available if you feel unwell or injured yourself. Location: within Terminal Building. Hours: 24 hours.
Post Office – USPS and FedEx have mailing centers near the baggage claim. USPS pick-ups are at 9:30 AM every day except Sundays, and FedEx pick-ups are at 9:30 PM except for weekends.
Prayer Area – The Meditation Room offers a quiet interfaith area for prayer and meditation. Various religious materials are available for use. Location: 2nd Floor, above the Information Center. Hours: Open 24 hours.
Car Rentals
The following car rental agencies are on the 1st Floor in the Baggage Claim Area: Avis • Budget • Dollar • Enterprise • Hertz • National.
Hotel Shuttles
Several area hotels provide airport shuttle service: Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre-Scranton Airport Hotel • Hampton Inn & Suites Wilkes-Barre • Hilton Garden Inn Wilkes Barre • Holiday Inn Express Wilkes Barre East • Sleep Inn & Suites Scranton Dunmore.
See also Airport Hotels above.
Taxi
Taxis are available 24 hours a day in the ground transportation area. All taxis are metered, and reservations are not required.
Last updated: 2024-08-26
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.